French Cinémathèque

A showcase of contemporary French cinema, presented in partnership with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy. Screenings are held every 3rd Wednesday at the Avalon.

 

     

Upcoming Films

The Crime is Mine
( Not Rated ) 102 min
in French with English subtitles

Struggling actress Madeleine and her best friend Pauline live in a cramped flat and owe five months’ rent. Opportunity knocks after a lascivious theatrical producer who made an inappropriate advance towards Madeleine turns up dead.

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One Show Only!
Wed, Mar 20 at 8PM
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On The Adamant
( nr ) 109 min
in French with English subtitles

Winner of the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, this affecting, enlightening film from nonfiction master Nicolas Philibert (TO BE AND TO HAVE) invites viewers to come aboard the Adamant and witness the transformational power of art and community.

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One Show Only!
Wed, Apr 17 at 8PM
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Showing Today at the Theater Tue, Mar 19

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Admission: $14.50 Adults, $11.00 Matinee Bargain Shows, $11.50 Seniors (62+), $11.00 Child (12 & under), Student and Military, $10.00 Avalon Members, $9.00 Seniors who are Avalon Members.
Same rates apply to Wednesday Signature Series programs unless otherwise noted. Weekend Family Matinees, Exhibition on Screen, NT Live and Special Event ticket prices vary; senior discounts may not be available for these programs.

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