Cast: François Négret

Direction Louis Malle

Cast Gaspard Manesse · Raphaël Fetjo · Francine Racette · Stanislas Carré de Malberg

Synopsis Goodbye Children (1987) unfolds during the harsh winter of 1943, focusing on Julien Quentin, a young boy from Paris who, despite his tough exterior, is a sensitive soul dealing with bed-wetting issues. Julien reluctantly returns to his boarding school after...

Direction Jean-Claude Brisseau

Cast Bruno Cremer · François Négret · Vincent Gasperitsch · Fabienne Babe

Synopsis Sound and Fury (1988) is a poignant drama that delves into the struggles of overlooked children in urban environments. The story centers around 13-year-old Bruno, who comes from a well-off family but finds himself isolated and lost in a world...

Direction Jean-Claude Brisseau

Cast Vanessa Paradis · Bruno Cremer · Ludmila Mikael · François Négret

Synopsis White Wedding (1989) follows the story of a philosophy instructor who crosses paths with a challenging student—a seventeen-year-old girl with a deeply cynical outlook on life. Initially, the teacher aims to guide her towards academic success, but as their interactions...

Direction Josée Dayan

Cast Gérard Depardieu · John Malkovich · Jeanne Moreau · Christian Clavier

Synopsis Les misérables (TV Miniseries) (2000) unfolds against the backdrop of the French Restoration in the early 19th century. Jean Valjean, a former convict released after nineteen years for stealing bread, faces a harsh world filled with mistrust. His life takes...

Direction Pietro Marcello

Cast Raphaël Thierry · Juliette Jouan · Louis Garrel · Noémie Lvovsky

Synopsis Scarlet (2022) follows the journey of Juliette, a young girl raised in solitude with her father, Raphaël, a veteran of the First World War, in the picturesque landscapes of northern France. Juliette's life is filled with a deep love for...

Direction Jeanne Aslan · Paul Saintillan

Cast Quentin Dolmaire · Céleste Brunnquell · Chloé Mons · Megan Northam

Synopsis Spare Keys (2022) unfolds in Nancy, France, during the summer. Sophie, a 15-year-old girl, is eager to flee her problematic family life and seizes the opportunity to obtain the spare keys to her affluent friend Jade's house. Believing the residence...

Direction Chantal Akerman

Cast Guilaine Londez · Thomas Langmann · François Négret · Nicole Colchat

Synopsis Night and Day (1991) follows the unconventional love story of Jack and Julie, a couple residing in a modest apartment in Paris. By night, Jack takes to the streets as a taxi driver, while Julie explores the city's nocturnal allure....

Direction Olivier Ducastel · Jacques Martineau

Cast Guy Marchand · Françoise Fabian · Sabrina Seyvecou · Yannick Renier

Direction Serge Bozon

Cast Sylvie Testud · Pascal Greggory · Guillaume Verdier · Guillaume Depardieu

Synopsis La France (2007) is set in the autumn of 1917, as the Great War nears its end. Camille, whose husband is a soldier, receives a letter from him describing the chaotic and futile nature of the front lines. His final...

Direction Pierre Schoendoerffer

Cast Donald Pleasence · Patrick Catalifo · Jean-François Balmer · Ludmila Mikael

Synopsis Diên Biên Phú (1992) follows the gripping journey of an American journalist who becomes an eyewitness to the intense 57-day conflict at the Battle of Dien Bien Phu in Vietnam. The film delves into the fierce struggle between the French...

Direction Guillaume Nicloux

Cast Pauline Etienne · Isabelle Huppert · Louise Bourgoin · Martina Gedeck

Synopsis The Nun (2013) follows the harrowing journey of Suzanne Simonin, who chronicles her life of hardship through a series of letters. As a young woman, she is forcibly sent to a convent by her parents, who are unable to afford...

Direction Cédric Kahn

Cast Yvan Attal · Valeria Bruni Tedeschi · Arly Jover · Philippe Katerine

Synopsis Regrets (2009) follows the life of Mathieu, a reserved man in his forties, who, after the passing of his mother, finds himself reconnecting with Maya, his former high school sweetheart. This unexpected reunion leads to a second chance at love...

Direction Jean-Claude Brisseau

Cast Frédéric van den Driessche · Maroussia Dubreuil · Lise Bellynck · Marie Allan

Direction Serge Bozon

Cast Isabelle Huppert · José García · Romain Duris · Pierre Léon

Synopsis Mrs. Hyde (2017) follows the story of Mrs. Géquil, an unconventional educator who is widely disliked by both her peers and students. One tumultuous evening, she is struck by lightning and loses consciousness. Upon regaining awareness, she senses a profound...

Direction Philippe Setbon

Cast Jeff Goldblum · Alan Bates · Kathy Baker · Jean-Pierre Cassel

Synopsis Mister Frost (1990) follows the chilling tale of a man apprehended while burying his victims in his garden, leading to his arrest and commitment for murder. Despite being under psychiatric care and stringent hospital security, it quickly becomes evident that...

Direction Valeria Bruni Tedeschi

Cast Valeria Bruni Tedeschi · Pierre Arditi · Valeria Golino · Noémie Lvovsky

Synopsis The Summer House (2018) follows Anna, who finds herself in a state of emotional turmoil after a recent breakup. Seeking solace and inspiration, she retreats to a villa on the French Riviera. Amidst the picturesque surroundings, Anna grapples with her...

Direction Serge Bozon

Cast Isabelle Huppert · Samy Naceri · François Damiens · Sandrine Kiberlain

Synopsis Tip Top (2013) follows the journey of two city-savvy female internal affairs detectives who are assigned to a rural police force to delve into the mysterious killing of an Algerian informant. The story unfolds as these seasoned investigators navigate the...

Direction Tinto Brass

Cast Giancarlo Giannini · Philippe Léotard · François Négret · Raffaella Baracchi

Synopsis Snack Bar Budapest (1988) follows the story of a lawyer, portrayed by Giancarlo Giannini, who has transitioned into a debt collector for his associate, played by Philippe Leotard. The narrative begins with Giannini dropping off a woman at a hospital...

Direction Guy Gilles

Cast Michela Rocco di Torrepadula · Ben Gazzara · Antonella Lualdi · François Négret

Direction Ian Toynton

Cast John Hurt · Jane Birkin · Brian Cox · François Négret

Synopsis Red Fox (1991) follows the gripping tale of a high-ranking executive from British Defence Industries who is abducted in the heart of Paris. When the kidnappers demand a ransom, both the company and the British Embassy hesitate to comply, fearing...