Eric Rohmer was a French New Wave filmmaker known for his distinctive approach to cinema that emphasized dialogue, character development, and philosophical inquiry. His work is characterized by naturalistic performances, minimal plots, and intimate explorations of human relationships and moral dilemmas. He directed influential series such as 'Six Moral Tales' and 'Comedies and Proverbs,' establishing himself as one of the most intellectually rigorous and formally innovative directors of French cinema.
He made a series of films called 'Moral Tales,' and they were often about people walking and talking through their lives, in real time, kind of figuring out their philosophy as they go. I loved that idea that you could base a film on conversation, that was liberating to me.