This work presents a dialogue between Jean-Luc Godard and Youssef Ishaghpour, exploring the intersection of cinema, memory, and twentieth-century history. Through a series of reflective conversations, the authors examine how film functions not only as an art form but also as a medium of historical testimony and philosophical inquiry. Drawing on Godard’s extensive career and theoretical insights, the discussion delves into the aesthetic and ontological dimensions of moving images, questioning their role in shaping collective memory. The text blends personal reflection with broader cultural analysis, offering a nuanced perspective on cinema’s capacity to archive, interpret, and transform lived experience. Written in French and published in 2000, this compact yet intellectually rich volume contributes to ongoing debates about the relationship between visual media and historical consciousness.