Online from the comfort of your home.
Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz and Alliance Française de Los Angeles
Present
A Night of Short French Films,
A selection from the top short film festivals in France, including one César nomination.
online on
Friday, February 12, 2021 at 8:00pm
Accessible throughout the State of California. With English subtitles.
Now in its 12th year, A Night of Short French Films continues its annual tradition of presenting the best independent filmmakers from France, with all but one of the 8 short films made in 2020, and 50% directed by women. In years past the Night of Short French Films sells out quickly, with patrons enjoying a wine and cheese intermission to engage in thought-provoking conversation.
This year we’re introducing Audience Awards, where the audience votes for their favorite films through online balloting. At the conclusion of viewing, the film with the highest overall score is the winner. The winner Audience Award will be sent the results along with a congratulatory letter.
PROGRAM
La Chamade (Blackbirds)
Director: Emma Séméria
Details: 2020, France, 9’26
Summer’s almost over, but there’s something fifteen-year-old Camélia has to do before school starts. She approaches her best friend Salah with an unusual request — and afterward, nothing will ever be the same again as an adolescent friendship is transformed into something more. Things sizzle and murmur at the deserted riverbed.
J’Arrive (On My Way)
Director: Bertrand Basset
Details: 2020, France, 15’21
After the death of his wife of many years, Hubert is alone for the first time, tired and diminished. What were simple tasks have become burdensome as Hubert realizes how the loss of his wife means he will need to depend on others. Léonie his granddaughter steps in to help him resulting in the ultimate act of compassion.
Massacre
Director: Maïté Sonnet
Details: 2019, France, 26’30
Two sisters, respectively ten and twelve years old, prepare to leave the island they grew up on, which has become too expensive for their family. Their sadness turns into rage directed at those forcing them to leave: tourists. Their final summer will be dark, lethal, and as toxic as the algae polluting the beaches.
Particules fines
Director: Gregory Robin
Details: 2020, France, 8’11
Two men on a bridge over the beltway wonder if life has any meaning. Since they don't have the answer and are bored, they decide to kill someone.
*** Intermission ***
Our annual event at the theatre includes complimentary wine and cheese during intermission, and we’re keeping this tradition alive, online.
Abada
Director: Jean Benoit Ugeux
Details: 2020, France & Belgium, 13’41
The son wrote a comic book about his childhood. He sent it to his father who’s been living in the south for years. But the father didn’t really care about reading that story where he is drawn naked in most panels.
Salem
Director: Sophie Beaulieu
Details: 2020, France, 15’05
A family weekend in the family house. The men of the family are self-satisfied and the women are efficient. There’s no reason for changing the order of things. Yet, one of the uncles of the family has a new wife who might stir up trouble.
2030
Director: Pierre Dugowson
Details: 2020, France, 8’24
It’s November 2030 in a classroom in Paris that is 118°, making it impossible to teach.
Summer Time
Director: Andra Tévy
Details: 2020, France, 15’23
A summer Sunday on a café terrace near the Mediterranean coast. Everyone can’t help but notice their seemingly peaceful neighbors at the other tables. Subjective and distorted perceptions, an impression that the grass is greener on the other side. The ensuing comparisons and criticisms trigger a crisis at their own tables.
This event is made possible with the support of
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