Verite is a French term used in CINEMA to describe a style of filmmaking that emphasizes realism and naturalism. It is often associated with the French New Wave movement of the 1950s and 1960s, which sought to break away from traditional narrative conventions. Verite films often use handheld cameras and improvisation to capture a more spontaneous and authentic feel. The term is derived from the French phrase 'la verite, ' meaning 'the truth.'