Numéro zéro (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1971, Numéro zéro is a notable film directed by Jean Eustache.
What it’s about. A family portrait in which the director profiles his grandmother, Odette Robert. Eustache includes in the film the conditions of its production — he is seated at the table with her, pours her some whiskey, speaks with the camera operator, manipulates the clapboard at the head and tail of the reels, and even takes a phone call. Robert, who was seventy-one, speaks rapidly and tells the story of her life, starting from her early childhood in villages in the Bordeaux region of France. A shorter version of the film ("Odette Robert") was edited in 1980 to be broadcast on television on TF1. The complete film only gained exposure in 2002, when it was salvaged by Boris Eustache, Thierry Lounas, João Bénard da Costa, Jean-Marie Straub, and Pedro Costa.
Who’s in it. Numéro zéro stars Jean Eustache.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Numéro zéro sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Numéro zéro page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Numéro zéro (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Numéro zéro change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Numéro zéro worth watching?
- Numéro zéro holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Numéro zéro?
- Numéro zéro stars Jean Eustache.
- When was Numéro zéro released?
- Numéro zéro was released in 1971.