The French Institute Alliance Française Announces Fall CinéSalon Series, Featuring BRILLIANT QUIRKY and CLASSICS OF FRENCH CINEMA WITH OLIVIER BARROT

The French Institute Alliance Française today announces two film series kicking off its fall CinéSalon screenings:

BRILLANT QUIRKY: JEANNE BALIBAR ON FILM

Opening the CinéSalon season on September 11 and running through October 30, Brilliant Quirky: Jeanne Balibar on Film features rare screenings, a sneak preview of Balibar's César-winning performance in the 2017 film Barbara, and talks with the noted actress whose unconventional beauty, exquisite voice, playfulness, and keen intellect have inspired French auteurs including Jacques Rivette, Raúl Ruiz, Mathieu Amalric, and Arnaud Desplechin.

CLASSICS OF FRENCH CINEMA WITH OLIVIER BARROT

Building on last spring's inaugural lineup, Classics of French Cinema presents a pair of films that showcase the richness of French filmmaking: Jean-Pierre Melville's L'Armée des ombres (Army of Shadows) (1969), a belatedly recognized masterpiece about the French Resistance on September 25; and Jacques Tati's Mon Oncle (1958), winner of that year's Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, on December 11. In conjunction with the screenings, Barrot, an influential journalist, author, and television personality, will share his insights into each film during complimentary 30-minute talks between the 4pm and 7:30pm showings.

About Cine?Salon
In the spirit of the French cine?-clubs and literary salons, Cine?Salon pairs engaging French films with social post-screening receptions. Screenings are held on Tuesdays at 4pm and 7:30pm in Florence Gould Hall (55 East 59th Street) for all of the films. Complementary wine and beer are served following each screening.

ABOUT FIAF

FIAF's mission is to create and offer New Yorkers innovative and unique programs in education and the arts that explore the evolving diversity and richness of French cultures. FIAF seeks to generate new ideas and promote cross-cultural dialogue through partnerships and new platforms of expression.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of FIAF

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