Cahiers du cinéma n°565 - February 2002

This February 2002 issue of a French film magazine delves into several key themes. It features an investigation into the impact of unlimited cinema cards on smaller theaters, finding that the feared "catastrophe" hasn't materialized. The magazine also explores the growing relationship between cinema and video games, with a special focus on how video game design influences film and interviews with filmmakers like Christophe Gans, who sees games as replacing B-movies. A major interview is featured with cult director Jean-François Stévenin, discussing his latest film "Mischka" and his views on creating authenticity in cinema. Additionally, there's a look back at Jean Vigo's "L'Atalante," a film once mutilated, now restored, and an analysis of the film's enduring paradox. The issue also includes a critical section reviewing new films like "Ocean's Eleven," "Lundi Matin," "Fantômes," and "8 Femmes", and the publication discusses the editorial controversy surrounding their previous inclusion of Loft Story in a best film of the year list. Further articles discuss the socio-political implications of Jean-Marie Messier's remarks on French cultural exception, a visit to Brazil and its film scene, and the use of fashion in the movies.