Cinematography: Claire Mathon

Direction Céline Sciamma

Cast Noémie Merlant · Adèle Haenel · Luàna Bajrami · Valeria Golino

Synopsis Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019) is set in 18th-century France, where a skilled artist named Marianne is tasked by a countess to create a wedding portrait of her daughter, Héloïse. Posing as a companion to Héloïse, Marianne must...

Direction Céline Sciamma

Cast Joséphine Sanz · Gabrielle Sanz · Margot Abascal · Stephane Varupenne

Synopsis Petite maman (2021) follows the journey of Nelly, an 8-year-old girl who has recently experienced the loss of her grandmother. As she assists her parents in sorting through belongings, Nelly delves into the woods surrounding the family home, where her...

Direction Alain Guiraudie

Cast Félix Kysyl · Catherine Frot · Jacques Develay · Jean-Baptiste Durand

Synopsis Misericordia (2024) follows Jérémie as he journeys back to his hometown for the funeral of Jean-Pierre, his ex-boss. He opts to spend a few days at the residence of Martine, Jean-Pierre's widow. However, his brief and tranquil visit takes an...

Direction Alain Guiraudie

Cast Pierre Deladonchamps · Christophe Paou · Patrick D'Assumçao · Jérôme Chappatte

Synopsis Stranger by the Lake (2013) unfolds during the sultry summer months at a secluded lakeside spot, a popular cruising area for men. The narrative centers around Franck, who becomes deeply infatuated with Michel, a charismatic and alluring individual. Despite being...

Direction Pablo Larraín

Cast Kristen Stewart · Jack Farthing · Timothy Spall · Sally Hawkins

Synopsis Spencer (2021) delves into a pivotal weekend in the early 1990s, chronicling the moment when Princess Diana, known as Diana Frances Spencer, realized her marriage to Prince Charles was no longer viable. The narrative unfolds over three days during one...

Direction Maïwenn

Cast Emmanuelle Bercot · Vincent Cassel · Louis Garrel · Isild Le Besco

Synopsis My King (2015) unfolds a deeply emotional and intricate tale of love spanning multiple years, focusing on a couple navigating the complexities of their relationship while raising a child together. The narrative delves into the highs and lows of their...

Direction Naïla Guiguet

Cast Dustin Muchuvitz · Lucie Borleteau · Juan Corrales · Erwan Fale

Direction Bruno Podalydès

Cast Bruno Podalydès · Sandrine Kiberlain · Agnès Jaoui · Vimala Pons

Synopsis The Sweet Escape (2015) follows Michel, a fifty-year-old graphic designer, who yearns for a change from his urban routine and embarks on an exciting journey. Captivated by the allure of airmail, he often finds himself daydreaming about the legendary aviator...

Direction Alix Delaporte

Cast Romain Paul · Clotilde Hesme · Grégory Gadebois · Candela Peña

Synopsis The Last Hammer Blow (2014) follows the journey of Victor, a 13-year-old boy who is introduced to the world of music when he first visits the Montpellier opera house. Initially unaware of his father's role as a conductor, Victor observes...

Direction Maher Abi Samra

Synopsis We Were Communists (2010) delves into the lives of former comrades united by shared ideologies, exploring the enduring bonds of friendship that persist despite the passage of time. This documentary offers an unrestrained exploration of Lebanon's civil war legacy and...

Direction Alice Diop

Cast Kayije Kagame · Guslagie Malanda · Valérie Dréville · Aurélia Petit

Synopsis Saint Omer (2022) centers around Rama, a writer who goes to the Saint-Omer Criminal Court to observe the trial of Laurence Coly. Rama's intention is to draw inspiration from Coly's story to craft a contemporary retelling of the classic myth...

Direction Valérie Donzelli

Cast Valérie Donzelli · Jérémie Elkaïm · Béatrice de Staël · Laure Marsac

Direction Thierry de Peretti

Cast Jean Michelangeli · Henri-Noël Tabary · Cédric Appietto · Marie-Pierre Nouveau

Synopsis A Violent Life (2017) follows Stéphane, who, despite the imminent danger to his life, returns to Corsica for the funeral of Christophe, a close friend and ally who was recently killed. This journey triggers a series of memories, revealing how...

Direction Mati Diop

Cast Ibrahima Mbaye · Abdou Balde · Mame Bineta Sane · Aminata Kane

Synopsis Atlantics (2019) unfolds along the Atlantic coast, where a cutting-edge tower is set to be unveiled, casting a shadow over a Dakar suburb. Ada, a 17-year-old girl, is deeply in love with Souleimane, a young construction worker. However, societal expectations...

Direction Catherine Corsini

Cast Raphaël Personnaz · Clotilde Hesme · Arta Dobroshi · Reda Kateb

Synopsis Three Worlds (2012) follows the story of Al, a young man from humble beginnings who is on the brink of marrying his boss's daughter and taking over the family's car dealership. One fateful night, after his bachelor party, Al is...

Direction Pierre Godeau

Cast Benoît Poelvoorde · Édouard Baer · Suzanne Clément · Victor Assié

Synopsis Raoul Taburin (2018) is a heartwarming cinematic journey inspired by the beloved comic series by Sempé. The film delves into the life of Raoul Taburin, a humble and kind-hearted man who has a unique passion for cycling. Despite his love...

Direction Sophie Letourneur

Cast Sarah-Jane Sauvegrain · Eulalie Juster · Mahault Mollaret · Benjamin Siksou

Direction Louis Garrel

Cast Golshifteh Farahani · Louis Garrel · Aymeline Valade · Michelle Goddet

Direction Alain Guiraudie

Cast Laure Calamy · Damien Bonnard · India Hair · Christian Bouillette

Synopsis Staying Vertical (2016) follows the journey of a filmmaker who finds himself in a challenging situation. He must navigate the complexities of single parenthood as he raises a child alone, all while searching for the creative spark to ignite his...

Direction Alix Delaporte

Cast Clotilde Hesme · Grégory Gadebois · Evelyne Didi · Antoine Couleau