13 mai 2015

French Films at QFT this May

This month we have a number of French films showing at QFT. In addition to Argerich, the documentary exploring the love, life and extraordinary talent of renowned pianist, Martha Argerich through the eyes of her daughter Stéphanie which has one last screening on Thu 7th May – 6:30pm, we have …...

Samba

Fri 15th May - Thu 28th May

The directors of the French smash hit Untouchable reunite with the magnetic Omar Sy for another fantastic comedy drama.
Sy plays Samba Cissé, a migrant from Senegal who works washing dishes in the kitchen of a fancy French hotel. A bureaucratic slip-up puts his immigration status in danger, which puts him into the path of Alice (Charlotte Gainsbourg, playing charmingly against type), an immigration case worker new to the job and out of her depth. As professional roles begin to bleed into the personal, Samba and Alice find themselves drawn to each through their similarities, and even more so by their differences.
Three years ago, Untouchable became one of France's biggest breakout hits, charming audiences across Europe and then the world. Much of its charm flowed from its co-star, the exuberant Omar Sy. That performance soon led to a role in the X-Men franchise and the beginnings of a global career. If you've yet to discover the appeal of Omar Sy, just watch Samba.
Director Eric Toledano & Olivier Nakache
Run Time 1 hour 58 minutes
Released 2015
Country France
Cast Omar Sy, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Tahar Rahim
Genres Drama, Romance


BANDE DE FILLES
GIRLHOOD

Fri 15 – Thurs 21 May

In a tough Parisian suburb, shy, 16-year-old Marieme (Karidja Touré) lives with her oft-absent mother, domineering brother, and two younger, dependent sisters.
Facing high school failure, she is lured from her shell by three vivacious local teens. Adopting their flashier look and often reckless behaviour, Marieme makes both foolish and brave choices as she struggles towards independence. Director Celine Sciamma (Tomboy) provides irresistible, kinetic energy to an unforgettable story of female empowerment.

Dir: Céline Sciamma
Run Time 1 Hr 53 Mins
Released 2014
Country France
Subtitled


CLOUDS OF SILS MARIA

Fri 22 – Thurs 28 May

A bewitchingly and complex drama – and English-language debut – from French auteur
Olivier Assayas (Somethingin the Air).
A veteran stage and screen star (Juliette Binoche) turns to her assistant (Kristen Stewart) for solace as she prepares for a new production with a Hollywood It Girl (Chloe Grace Moretz). A captivating study in not one but three psyches; it’s All About Eve shaken and stirred with some Bergman-esque psycho-sexual female misbehaving.

Dir: Olivier Assayas
Run Time 2 Hrs 4 Mins
Released 2014
Country France/Switzerland/Germany/USA/Belgium


UNE NOUVELLE AMIE
THE NEW GIRLFRIEND

FRI 22 – THURS 28 MAY

François Ozon’s delicious new drama is a smart and sly satire – with some jaw-dropping twists – about love, desire, gender and sexuality.
Claire (Anais Demoustier) is devastated by the death of her closest friend but is determined to make good on a deathbed promise to watch over her friend’s widower David (Romain Duris) and newborn baby. She heads to their suburban home only to discover a big surprise that will change both their lives.

Dir: François Ozon • France
2014 • 1 Hrs 45 Mins • Subtitled

Dir: François Ozon
Run Time 1 Hr 45 Mins
Released 2014
Country France
Subtitled

For full details of QFT's Programme see... www.queensfilmtheatre.com

01 avril 2015

French Films at QFT … in April.

French Films at QFT … in April.


SUITE FRANÇAISE

Continues until Thursday 2 April


Fri 27 Mar – Thurs 2 Apr

DIOR AND I
(Documentary)

Dir: Frédéric Tcheng • France • 2014 • 1 Hr 30 Mins • Partially Subtitled

Dior and I brings the viewer inside the storied world of the Christian Dior fashion house with a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Raf Simons’ first haute couture collection as its new artistic director.


Sun 19 Apr, 1pm

LI’L OUINOUIN

Dir: Bruno Dumont • France • 2014 • 3 Hrs 20 Mins • Subtitled

Bruno Dumont’s absurdist metaphysical murder mystery prompts inevitable comparisons to Twin Peaks and True Detective. Featuring Bernard Pruvost as the Clouseau-like detective on the case and charismatic young Alane Delhaye as the title prankster, Li’l Quinquin is proof that even an auteur like Dumont, best known for uncompromising and austere dramas, is capable of shifting gears without conceding his signature.


Sun 26 Apr, 4pm

UNE VIE DE CHAT
A Cat in Paris

Dir: Jean-Loup Felicioli & Alain Gagnol • France/Netherlands/Switzerland/Belgium
• 2010 • 1 Hr 5 Mins • Subtitled

A Paris cat called Dino leads an unlikely double life when he becomes embroiled in this tale of animated adventure. A jazzy film noir for children,A Cat in Paris is a cinematic delight celebrating traditional old school animation.


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À bientôt, Philip

10 mars 2015

Chenonceau: Ray Largan: 11 mars 2015

Another of our seasoned travellers, Ray returns to share his love of history and location through his colourful presentation on the lovely chateau of Chenonceau in the Loire valley. 

He promises equally colourful tales of romance and intrigue!