French Cinema

Cannes Film Festival Urged to Confront Abuse Amid Global Spotlight

Cannes president Iris Knobloch and festival director Thierry Fremaux are set to announce the lineup of films vying for the… Read More

2 months ago

French Cinemas Defy Global Slump with Post-Covid Rebound

According to industry figures, the country recorded an increase of one million cinema-goers compared to the previous year, bringing revenues… Read More

4 months ago

Cinémathèque Française Cancels ‘Last Tango in Paris’ Screening Amid Women’s Rights Backlash

In a statement to AFP, Cinémathèque director Frédéric Bonnaud explained that "violent individuals" had made threats in relation to the… Read More

6 months ago

Michel Blanc, Iconic French Actor and Director, Dies at 72

Blanc became a household name for his role as the awkward and lovelorn Jean-Claude Dusse in Patrice Leconte’s 1978 cult… Read More

6 months ago

Pathé Palace: Paris’s New Cinema Gem Offers a Luxe, Exclusive Experience

Under the visionary guidance of Jérôme Seydoux, the Pathé Group’s influential head, this new flagship cinema promises more than just… Read More

9 months ago

French Cinema Icon Alain Delon Dies at 88: A Legacy of Elegance and Controversy

Delon, a star of the golden era of French cinema, was known for his iconic roles in films such as… Read More

10 months ago

Iconic D-Day Epic ‘Saving Private Ryan’ Returns to French Cinemas for 80th Anniversary Commemoration

Originally released in 1998, "Saving Private Ryan" swiftly captured the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide, amassing a staggering $482… Read More

1 year ago

Unveiling Sexual Abuse: Actress Judith Godrèche’s Powerful Stand at the Césars Awards

Godrèche, a prominent figure in France's #MeToo movement, courageously revealed her own traumatic experiences, accusing directors Benoît Jacquot and Jacques… Read More

1 year ago