For those of us who are local to Los Angeles, the esteemed Raymond Kabbaz Theatre in West Los Angeles, known for its dedication to promoting French culture through arts and cinema, has brought its annual Week of French Language Cinema back—as in, live and in person!
As a filmmaker and great admirer of French film, I eagerly anticipate this week-long mini film festival every year, and since the festival went virtual last year, I’m thrilled to finally be heading back to the theatre.
From March 18-23rd, each evening highlights an independent film from a different Francophone region—including Québec, Belgium, Rwanda, Switzerland, and of course, France. These art-house films are all shown in French with English subtitles, and have been celebrated in various prestigious festivals, some including Cannes—and many have won or been nominated for some of the industry’s highest awards, including Cesars, Golden Globes, and Oscars.
Join me on opening night as we virtually travel to France to screen Saint Laurent on Friday, March 18th. Tickets cost $5 per film, or $25 for a week long pass, and each film includes a reception with complimentary vin et fromage, as well as an exhibition by local artist of French heritage, Renée Caouette.
To read more about the films and purchase tickets, CLICK HERE.
See you au cinema!
Theatre Raymond Kabbaz
10361 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA, 90064