Cast: Xavier Maly

Direction Xavier Beauvois

Cast Lambert Wilson · Michael Lonsdale · Olivier Rabourdin · Philippe Laudenbach

Synopsis Of Gods and Men (2010) is a profound drama that delves into the lives of Cistercian monks residing in a remote Algerian monastery. When their peaceful existence is disrupted by the arrival of extremists, the monks must navigate the complexities...

Direction Antoine Blossier

Cast Daniel Auteuil · Maleaume Paquin · Virginie Ledoyen · Jonathan Zaccaï

Synopsis Remi, Nobody's Boy (2018) follows the journey of a young orphan named Rémi, who is taken in by the kind-hearted Madame Barberin. At the tender age of 10, Rémi is abruptly taken from his adoptive mother and placed under the...

Direction Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar

Cast Ariane Ascaride · Ahmed Dramé · Geneviève Mnich · Xavier Maly

Synopsis Once in a Lifetime (2014) follows Anne Gueguen, a dedicated high school history teacher who goes above and beyond for her troubled, inner-city students. This year, Anne faces a particularly challenging class, frustrated by their materialistic attitudes and lack of...

Direction Alice Diop

Cast Kayije Kagame · Guslagie Malanda · Valérie Dréville · Aurélia Petit

Synopsis Saint Omer (2022) centers around Rama, a writer who goes to the Saint-Omer Criminal Court to observe the trial of Laurence Coly. Rama's intention is to draw inspiration from Coly's story to craft a contemporary retelling of the classic myth...

Direction Merzak Allouache

Cast Gad Elmaleh · Messaoud Hattou · Magaly Berdy · Ann-Gisel Glass

Synopsis Hey Cousin! (1996) follows the journey of two Algerian cousins as they navigate the challenges and misunderstandings that arise in the racially tense atmosphere of Paris. The film delves into their experiences and the obstacles they face in this complex...

Direction Jerzy Skolimowski

Cast Timothy Hutton · Nastassja Kinski · Valeria Golino · William Forsythe

Synopsis Torrents of Spring (1989) follows the journey of a young Russian nobleman, Dimitri Sanin, as he returns to his homeland in 1840 after extensive travels across Europe. During his time in Germany, he becomes enamored with a charming pastry shop...

Direction Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar

Cast Esther Comar · Martin Cannavo · Vincent Pérez · Judith El Zein

Synopsis Ma première fois (2012) follows the story of Zachary, a 20-year-old who embodies the quintessential rebellious youth, marked by a string of romantic flings and academic setbacks. Sarah, on the other hand, is an 18-year-old overachiever, ranking first in her...

Direction Klaus Biedermann

Cast Pierre Arditi · Garance Thenault · Isabelle Candelier · Vincent Deniard

Synopsis Meurtres à Colmar (TV) (2018) follows the story of Dr. Étienne Ronsard, who takes custody of his grandson after the tragic death of his son, Gilles, a Sergeant Major in the Colmar police force. The official narrative suggests that Gilles,...

Direction Xavier Beauvois

Cast Benoît Poelvoorde · Roschdy Zem · Séli Gmach · Chiara Mastroianni

Synopsis The Price of Fame (2014) is set in 1977 in the quaint town of Vevey, nestled beside Lake Geneva. Eddy, recently released from prison, finds refuge with his friend Osman. Their agreement: Eddy will care for Osman's seven-year-old daughter, Samira,...

Direction Fanny Ardant

Cast Gérard Depardieu · Emmanuelle Seigner · Paul Hamy · François Chattot

Synopsis Stalin's Couch (2016) is a period drama set in the 1950s Soviet Union, focusing on a young and talented artist who receives a prestigious commission to design a monumental tribute to Stalin. As he embarks on this significant project, the...

Direction Nicolas Cuche

Cast Frédéric Diefenthal · Jean-Louis Foulquier · Elsa Kikoine · Edouard Montoute

Synopsis David Nolande (TV Series) (2006) follows the life of David Nolande, a successful advertising executive who, after a night of celebration, veers off the road to avoid a black dog and collides with a Gypsy fortune teller's trailer, resulting in...

Direction Jean-Paul Civeyrac

Cast Renaud Bécard · Claire Perot · Marie-Joséphine Crenn · Serge Bozon

Synopsis Man's Gentle Love (2002) follows the journey of a young poet who, weary of physical intimacy devoid of emotional connection, finds himself swept up in a tumultuous romance with Jeane. Jeane, a fiery redhead with a self-proclaimed penchant for chaos,...

Direction Jean-Pierre Desagnat

Cast Pierre Banderet · Marc Chapiteau · Pierre Massimi · Jean-Luc Moreau

Direction Jérôme Cornuau

Cast Jean-Hugues Anglade · Raphaëlle Agogué · Michaël Cohen · Hocine Choutri

Synopsis Le passager (TV Miniseries) (2014) follows Captain Chatelet as she delves into a sequence of murders inspired by mythological themes. The investigation takes a personal turn, forcing her to confront her own inner struggles and demons.

Direction Frédéric Balekdjian

Cast Édouard Baer · Anton Balekdjian · Nassereba Keita · Philippe Lefebvre

Synopsis Un monde à nous (2008) follows the story of Marc and his son Noah as they settle into a new town. Marc, however, has a secretive past that he keeps hidden from Noah. He is determined to shield his son...

Direction Gérard Oury

Cast Coluche · Luis Rego · Farid Chopel · Josiane Balasko

Direction Olivier Marchal · Nicolas Cuche · Thierry Petit

Cast Frédéric Diefenthal · Yann Sundberg · Catherine Marchal · Dioucounda Koma

Synopsis Flics (TV Series) (2008) follows the intense dynamic between two law enforcement officers who, despite their deep-seated animosity, join forces to combat the pervasive threat of organized crime. This gripping French detective series delves into the complexities of their partnership,...

Direction Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar

Cast Audrey Fleurot · Clotilde Courau · Olivia Côte · Pascale Arbillot

Direction Merzak Allouache

Cast Catherine Wilkening · Karim Allaoui · Juliet Berto · Daniel Cohn-Bendit

Synopsis Un amour à Paris (1987) presents an extraordinary tale of love that briefly brings together Marie, a young French woman born in Algeria with aspirations to become a top model, and Ali, an Algerian man from Clichy who has recently...

Direction Amal Bedjaoui

Cast Mohamed Hicham · Hammou Graïa · Isabelle Pichaud · Aurélien Recoing

Synopsis Un fils (2003) delves into the intricate dynamics of a relationship that, despite being as close as family ties, evolves into a distant and unfamiliar connection. The film explores the complexities and challenges that can arise within a familial bond,...