France

This French comedy-drama, directed by Guillaume Gallienne, is a semi-autobiographical tale that explores the director’s own experiences with gender identity and family dynamics. Gallienne stars in dual roles, playing both…

In this charming animated adventure, a peaceful picnic in a lush forest sets the stage for an epic battle between rival ant colonies over a forgotten box of sugar cubes….

Set in the late 19th century, this animated fantasy film follows the life of a young boy named Jack, who is born with a frozen heart and is saved by…

“Paradzhanov” (2013) is a biographical drama that delves into the life of the renowned Soviet filmmaker Sergei Paradzhanov, known for his unique and visually striking cinematic style. The film explores…

Location: Theresienstadt. This was a deceptive site of propaganda, labeled by Adolf Eichmann as the “model ghetto,” crafted to deceive both the global community and Jewish people about its true…

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this film follows the gripping journey of a young Jewish boy who escapes from the Warsaw Ghetto and must rely on…

Jean, a forty-year-old actor facing unemployment and hard times, finds himself at his lowest point. Desperate for any job, he remains unsuccessful in his search. However, his counselor at the…

The final years of Armida Miserere, a female prison warden who took her own life.

In this satirical comedy directed by Bertrand Tavernier, the story follows a young and idealistic speechwriter, Arthur Vlaminck, as he navigates the chaotic world of French politics. Tasked with crafting…

In this whimsical French film, directed by Sylvain Chomet, we follow the life of Paul, a mute pianist in his thirties who lives a monotonous existence under the watchful eyes…

Directed by Stephen Frears, this film follows the poignant journey of an Irish woman, played by Judi Dench, as she searches for her long-lost son with the help of a…

Imagine a world where legendary artifacts, like Jason’s Golden Fleece and Cinderella’s glass slippers, truly exist. In this reality, they do, and for hundreds of years, a clandestine group known…

In this intriguing supernatural thriller directed by Vincenzo Natali, Abigail Breslin stars as Lisa, a teenager trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over. As she…

Set in 1960s Poland, this film follows a young novice nun, Anna, who is on the verge of taking her vows when she discovers a dark family secret. Accompanied by…

The sophomore film by Aarón Fernández is a collaborative effort between Spain, Mexico, and France, and it was previously showcased during the Films in Progress segment at the 60th Festival….

In this intriguing film by Albert Serra, the narrative explores the final days of the infamous libertine Giacomo Casanova as he encounters the mysterious and supernatural figure of Count Dracula….

This documentary takes viewers on a journey from Namibia to Kilimanjaro, offering an exploration of the diverse wildlife found across Africa.

In this whimsical adventure directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, a ten-year-old prodigy embarks on a cross-country journey from his family’s ranch in Montana to the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C., after…

Ariane Felder, a young judge known for her strict principles, finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. The real shock comes when a paternity test reveals that the father is Bob, a defendant…

Set in a steampunk-inspired world, this animated short film follows the life of a reclusive and obsessive-compulsive character whose routine existence is disrupted by the arrival of a small, energetic…

In this psychological thriller directed by Jorge Dorado, a detective with the ability to enter people’s memories is tasked with solving the mystery surrounding a troubled teenage girl. The film…

Renowned filmmaker Roman Polanski spends a weekend with World Champion F1 Driver Jackie Stewart as he competes in the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix. This offers a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into…

This 2013 film, directed by Abdellatif Kechiche, explores the intense and transformative relationship between two young women, Adèle and Emma, portrayed by Adèle Exarchopoulos and Léa Seydoux. The narrative delves…

Céline, 11, meets Peter, 40. Together they go on a “luminous journey” in his beautiful red truck. She, escaping her desperate and incestuous father; he, far from his native England…

Céline, an 11-year-old girl, encounters Peter, a 40-year-old man. They embark on a “radiant adventure” in his striking red truck. Céline is fleeing from her despairing and abusive father, while…

Set in the early 1960s, this film follows a struggling folk musician navigating the vibrant yet unforgiving music scene of Greenwich Village. The protagonist, played by Oscar Isaac, encounters a…

Directed by Jia Zhang-ke, this film weaves together four distinct narratives, each exploring themes of violence and social injustice in modern China. The stories, inspired by real-life events, delve into…

In this poignant drama directed by Roger Michell, a long-married British couple, played by Jim Broadbent and Lindsay Duncan, revisit Paris in an attempt to rekindle their relationship. As they…

A self-absorbed artist’s life is thrown into chaos following his wife’s infidelity and the failure of his art show.

In this 2013 comedy directed by Alexandre Coffre, the story follows a divorced couple, played by Dany Boon and Valérie Bonneton, who are forced to travel together due to an…

A tale intertwining the pursuits of ghost hunting, the ambitions of real estate developers, and the indulgence of vanity projects.

In this chilling psychological horror film directed by Marina de Van, a young girl named Niamh, played by Missy Keating, becomes the sole survivor of a mysterious and violent incident…

In this chilling reimagining of a Mexican horror film, a reclusive family in a small town struggles to maintain their ancient customs following the sudden death of their matriarch. As…

A group of hapless criminals, including a silver-painted street performer and his young son, find themselves on the run after a botched heist. Their escape leads them to a remote…

In this dark comedy directed by Álex de la Iglesia, a group of hapless criminals finds themselves entangled in a bizarre and supernatural adventure after a botched heist. The film…

In this heist film turned horror fest, director Álex de la Iglesia’s love of mayhem is on full display as a gang of gold thieves lands in a coven of…

In a dystopian future, a reclusive computer genius named Qohen Leth, played by Christoph Waltz, is tasked with solving a mysterious mathematical theorem that could potentially reveal the meaning of…

This biographical drama, directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel, delves into the final two years of Princess Diana’s life, focusing on her secretive romance with heart surgeon Dr. Hasnat Khan. Naomi Watts…

In this dark comedy directed by Luc Besson, a notorious mafia family is relocated to a small town in France under the witness protection program. Despite their best efforts to…

In this light-hearted romantic comedy, Pierce Brosnan and Emma Thompson star as a divorced couple who team up for an adventurous heist to recover their stolen retirement funds. The film…

This documentary centers on Carine Roitfeld, the ex-editor-in-chief of Vogue Paris and a prominent fashion stylist.

Set in the aftermath of World War II, this film explores the profound relationship between a Native American veteran, Jimmy Picard, and his French psychoanalyst, Georges Devereux. As they delve…

In this intriguing French comedy-thriller, two female detectives, played by Isabelle Huppert and Sandrine Kiberlain, are sent to a small town to investigate the murder of an Algerian informant. The…

The narrative revolves around a man employed as an informant for the French border authorities.

This 2013 film, directed by Paul Haggis, weaves together three interlocking love stories set in Paris, New York, and Rome. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, featuring…

Marc, in his 40s, is a professor of literature at the University of Lausanne. Still a bachelor — and still living with his sister Marianne in a huge, isolated chalet…

In this French thriller, a charismatic literature professor, played by Mathieu Amalric, becomes embroiled in a mysterious disappearance of one of his students. As the investigation unfolds, the line between…

Utilizing the insights and philosophies of legendary filmmakers, both past and present, Oscar-winning director Chuck Workman explores the unique aspects of filmmaking that transcend verbal expression and can only be…