Out 1

Out 1 is a French experimental film directed by Jacques Rivette, notable for its enormous length and its complex, non-linear narrative structure. The film weaves together multiple stories, following two groups of characters in Paris—one involved in a theatrical rehearsal and the other in a secret conspiracy—through a series of enigmatic encounters. Out 1 challenges traditional filmmaking conventions, embracing ambiguity, long takes, and minimal plot to create a truly avant-garde cinematic experience. Its length, over 12 hours, makes it one of the longest narrative films in cinema history, and its experimental nature makes it a unique and influential work in the French New Wave. Out 1 remains a defining example of Rivette’s commitment to radical storytelling and filmmaking techniques.