“A revelation... exactly the kind of release that should be snapped up for prolonged cherishing, a two-disk set titled Early Short Films of the French New Wave, which presents largely unfamiliar work of enduring power.” —Richard Brody, The New Yorker

“It's never too late to learn from the French masters.” —Kurt Brokaw, Senior Film Critic, The Independent

“[An] absolutely magnificent collection...uncovering this heavy handful of shorts has been a worthy endeavor.” —Revue Jeune Cinéma

"Pierre Braunberger [made] many of the boldest projects a reality over the course of his long, productive career.” —Slate FR

“The restoration quality is top-notch, making this a must for collectors and fans alike.” —Keith and the Movies

“A fascinating glimpse into the early years of the New Wave.” —The Arts STL

“With a seamless blend of humor, societal insights, and a touch of modern musings, these films have stamped their presence in the annals of cinematic history.” —Overly Honest Movie Reviews

“One of the most essential releases of the year, full-stop.” —Boston Hassle

“Truly a must-own for any fan-slash-scholar of the era.” —Film Inquiry

“As we’ve indicated, this collection doesn’t gather every short by everyone associated with its movement, but it’s a great start. There’d be plenty left for a Volume Two, so let’s hope this set moves enough units to encourage the making of Volume Two.” —PopMatters

“A re-reminder of how valuable such films are... These are some of the lesser seen works of some of the most important filmmakers of all time, so they are worth going out of your way for.” —FulvueDrive-in.com

“A tremendously well executed assembly of nineteen very disparate works… For fans of classic French cinema, particularly those who thrive on tonal and stylistic variety, this set is a must-own.” —ZekeFilm