The 15th edition of the Franco Film Festival brings together eight feature films this time around.
Francophiles, get ready for some fantastic films. The Institut Français UAE and Cinema Akil have unveiled the latest edition of the Franco Film Festival. Now in its 15th edition, it’s bringing eight feature films for you to watch, running from 11 to 17 April 2025.
The Franco Film Festival has been created in collaboration with the UAE’s embassies from Belgium, Canada, France, Lebanon, Luxembourg and Switzerland. The festival is a celebration of the French language through the creative lens of cinema.
The festival opens with The Marching Band, which follows the story of two musician brothers. Other films include Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person by Ariane Louis-Seize, Dog on Trial by Laetitia Dosch, Beating Hearts by Gilles Lellouche, The Rapture by Iris Kaltenback, A Missing Part by Guillaume Senez and Breathing Underwater by Eric Lamhene, shining the spotlight on a women’s shelter.
This year, the Franco Film Festival will also honour Charles Aznavour via a screening of Monsieur Aznavour. The film highlights the early years of the film chronicling the early years of the French songwriter, played by Tahar Rahim.
Nicolas Niemtchinow, Ambassador of France to the United Arab Emirates, explained: “The Franco Film Festival, in collaboration with Cinema Akil, is a testament to this strong cultural connection [between the UAE and France], bringing stories that resonate with audiences and highlight the richness of French language in film. Cinema Akil has been instrumental in promoting independent and international films in the UAE, and we are proud to see this partnership continue to flourish, offering audiences a window into the depth, creativity and artistry of French culture.”
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Butheina Kazim, Founder of Cinema Akil, added: “We are looking forward to presenting the 15th edition of the Franco Film Festival, a celebration of French-language cinema that highlights the diversity and depth of global storytelling. These narratives offer a profound exploration of the human experience, capturing both intimate and universal stories that resonate across cultures.”
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