Winner of three 2016 César awards – Best Film, Best Supporting Actress, and Best Adapted Screenplay – Fatima is the tale of a Moroccan-born single mother who faces prejudice and cultural upheaval in France, where she works as a maid to support herself and her two daughters. Philippe Faucon's film is based on the book Prayer to the Moon, a collection of poems and short prose pieces by Fatima Elayoubi, published in Arabic in France.

"This poignant slice-of-life dramedy proves as modest in length (78 minutes) as it is generous in rueful insight and emotional complexity ..." — Variety

Adéle Exarchopoulos (Blue is the Warmest Color) sizzles in this story of a young inmate who falls for her married prison director (Guillaume Gallienne, Yves Saint Laurent). The film is based on true events that occurred in a Versailles prison in 2011, causing a national scandal.

“This increasingly unsettling tale sets the bar as high as electrified prison walls … very fine work by its two leads.” — Screen

This poetic film tells the story of a shy migrant worker (debut director-actor Thomas Salvador) who can only access his supernatural powers when he touches water. Vincent keeps his abilities a secret – until a new love interest sparks him to open up.

“A delightfully different kind of superhero movie.” — Variety

Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud, the documentarian duo behind the Oscar sensation Winged Migration returns with their most stunning nature doc yet. Seasons transports us to parts of Europe where man has coexisted with animals since the last ice age, chronicling a long and tumultuous shared past.

“A movie which is technically perfect, with moments of absolute grace." — Première

Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud, the documentarian duo behind the Oscar sensation Winged Migration returns with their most stunning nature doc yet. Seasons transports us to parts of Europe where man has coexisted with animals since the last ice age, chronicling a long and tumultuous shared past.

“A movie which is technically perfect, with moments of absolute grace." — Première

Based on true events, this controversial drama examines the lasting psychological repercussions of bigotry and violence by following a neo-Nazi skinhead (Alban Lenoir) as he works to distance himself from his racist past.

“Seldom has a film addressed the virulent racism of France’s xenophobic far right in such brutal detail … this is powerful filmmaking, stunningly executed.” — Toronto International Film Festival

Winner of three 2016 César awards – Best Film, Best Supporting Actress, and Best Adapted Screenplay – Fatima is the tale of a Moroccan-born single mother who faces prejudice and cultural upheaval in France, where she works as a maid to support herself and her two daughters. Philippe Faucon's film is based on the book Prayer to the Moon, a collection of poems and short prose pieces by Fatima Elayoubi, published in Arabic in France.

"This poignant slice-of-life dramedy proves as modest in length (78 minutes) as it is generous in rueful insight and emotional complexity ..." — Variety

The latest by Anne Fontaine (Gemma Bovery, Coco Before Chanel) follows a French doctor named Mathilde who aids the sisters at a Polish convent following a Nazi assault. As she becomes entangled in the sisters’ lives, Mathilde is compelled to conceal their disturbing secret.

“Fontaine’s finest film in years … examines every moral crevice of an unthinkable scenario.” — Variety

The latest by Anne Fontaine (Gemma Bovery, Coco Before Chanel) follows a French doctor named Mathilde who aids the sisters at a Polish convent following a Nazi assault. As she becomes entangled in the sisters’ lives, Mathilde is compelled to conceal their disturbing secret.

“Fontaine’s finest film in years … examines every moral crevice of an unthinkable scenario.” — Variety

This poetic film tells the story of a shy migrant worker (debut director-actor Thomas Salvador) who can only access his supernatural powers when he touches water. Vincent keeps his abilities a secret – until a new love interest sparks him to open up.

“A delightfully different kind of superhero movie.” — Variety

Banned in Morocco for its “contemptible values,” Much Loved examines relationships between four prostitutes who look to each other for support as they navigate the dangerous sex market of Marrakech. Lead actress Loubna Abidar gives a stunning performance, earning a César nomination for Best Actress.

“Much Loved offers a vivid, non-judgmental picture of a marginal female subculture in permanent confrontation with the male order … the performances are terrifically natural.” — Screen

Adéle Exarchopoulos (Blue is the Warmest Color) sizzles in this story of a young inmate who falls for her married prison director (Guillaume Gallienne, Yves Saint Laurent). The film is based on true events that occurred in a Versailles prison in 2011, causing a national scandal.

“This increasingly unsettling tale sets the bar as high as electrified prison walls … very fine work by its two leads.” — Screen

Things are looking up for ne’er-do-well Eddie (Nicolas Duvauchelle, Polisse)  after he is beaten and mugged by a gang of hoodlums, earning him new sympathy and attention from his estranged wife and son. But Eddie’s new life is compromised when his story begins to unravel in court. Undertones of racial tension and repression make this film reminiscent of Michael Haneke’s Caché.

“Shot with terrifying, matter-of-fact coolness.” — Variety 

Based on true events, this controversial drama examines the lasting psychological repercussions of bigotry and violence by following a neo-Nazi skinhead (Alban Lenoir) as he works to distance himself from his racist past.

“Seldom has a film addressed the virulent racism of France’s xenophobic far right in such brutal detail … this is powerful filmmaking, stunningly executed.” — Toronto International Film Festival

Clement is in love with Mona, but Mona has a secret: she is an inmate on partial release who must return to prison each night. Louis Garrel (Les amants réguliers, Saint laurent, My King) directs this Palme d’Or-nominated dramedy based on a classical play by Alfred de Musset. Garrel and Vincent Macaigne play the titular friends.

“Two Friends captures a sense of genuine emotion many directors never accomplish in their entire careers.” — Variety

Banned in Morocco for its “contemptible values,” Much Loved examines relationships between four prostitutes who look to each other for support as they navigate the dangerous sex market of Marrakech. Lead actress Loubna Abidar gives a stunning performance, earning a César nomination for Best Actress.

“Much Loved offers a vivid, non-judgmental picture of a marginal female subculture in permanent confrontation with the male order … the performances are terrifically natural.” — Screen

Melvil Poupaud (Laurence Anyways, Fidelio: Alice’s Odyssey) stars in this sleek political thriller about a best-selling author who is recruited to ghostwrite a book that will ignite a conspiracy against the French Interior Minister. Director Nicolas Pariser won the Louis Delluc Prize for Best First Film.

“A thinking-man’s debut from a French helmer to watch … plunges audiences into a world where a book can make a difference.” — Variety

Things are looking up for ne’er-do-well Eddie (Nicolas Duvauchelle, Polisse) after he is beaten and mugged by a gang of hoodlums, earning him new sympathy and attention from his estranged wife and son. But Eddie’s new life is compromised when his story begins to unravel in court. Undertones of racial tension and repression make this film reminiscent of Michael Haneke’s Caché.

“Shot with terrifying, matter-of-fact coolness.” — Variety 

George, a pretty teen girl, falls in love with Alex. To get his attention, she initiates a game with their friends, discovering, testing and pushing the limits of their sexuality. Their free-love utopia begins to crumble as reputations and relationships are damaged. Featuring a dreamy soundtrack by synth-pop doyenne White Sea.

"This sexy debut by AFI-trained French director Eva Husson owes a debt to such controversial adolescent group portraits as The Virgin Suicides and Kids." — Toronto Film Review

George, a pretty teen girl, falls in love with Alex. To get his attention, she initiates a game with their friends, discovering, testing and pushing the limits of their sexuality. Their free-love utopia begins to crumble as reputations and relationships are damaged. Featuring a dreamy soundtrack by synth-pop doyenne White Sea.

"This sexy debut by AFI-trained French director Eva Husson owes a debt to such controversial adolescent group portraits as The Virgin Suicides and Kids." — Toronto Film Review

Clement is in love with Mona, but Mona has a secret: she is an inmate on partial release who must return to prison each night. Louis Garrel (Les amants réguliers, My King, Saint Laurent) directs this Palme d’Or-nominated dramedy based on a classical play by Alfred de Musset. Garrel and Vincent Macaigne play the titular friends.

“Two Friends captures a sense of genuine emotion many directors never accomplish in their entire careers.” — Variety

In this neo-noir thriller, a young criminal named Piers (Niels Schneider, Heartbeats) plans an elaborate robbery to get revenge on his diamond-dealer relatives, who overworked Piers’ father and let him die in poverty.

“A visually striking heist thriller.” — The Hollywood Reporter

Thierry has been unemployed for 18 months when he lands a job as a supermarket security guard. There, he must protect the wealth of his supervisors by prosecuting thieves who can’t afford to buy food. Vincent Lindon’s subtle yet heartbreaking performance earned him a best actor award at Cannes festival.

"Brizé directed a unique film, which is modern, powerful and engaging (…) This kind of cinema is necessary in order to state the truth about life as it is, and Brizé, Lindon and unforgettable unknown actors have taken the lead in this genre." — Le Nouvel Observateur

The future looks bright for Lena, a Lebanese woman who arrives in Paris to stay with relatives and attend university. But Lena finds herself homeless after refusing the advances of her uncle. As she fights to remain in Paris, Lena must navigate the French immigration system and juggle a series of suitors. This film was inspired by the director’s own experience of immigrating to France in the 90’s.

“Audiences will be mesmerized by the intense and multifaceted performance from newcomer Manal Issa … Parisienne doesn’t only touch on the immigrant experience in France but also explores issues of education, liberty and other French values from a deeply intimate and personal perspective.” — The Hollywood Reporter

Melvil Poupaud (Laurence Anyways, Fidelio: Alice’s Odyssey) stars in this sleek political thriller about a best-selling author who is recruited to ghostwrite a book that will ignite a conspiracy against the French Interior Minister. Director Nicolas Pariser won the Louis Delluc Prize for Best First Film.

“A thinking-man’s debut from a French helmer to watch … plunges audiences into a world where a book can make a difference.” — Variety

Thierry has been unemployed for 18 months when he lands a job as a supermarket security guard. There, he must protect the wealth of his supervisors by prosecuting thieves who can’t afford to buy food. Vincent Lindon’s subtle yet heartbreaking performance earned him a best actor award at Cannes.

"Brizé directed a unique film, which is modern, powerful and engaging (…) This kind of cinema is necessary in order to state the truth about life as it is, and Brizé, Lindon and unforgettable unknown actors have taken the lead in this genre." — Le Nouvel Observateur

The future looks bright for Lena, a Lebanese woman who arrives in Paris to stay with relatives and attend university. But Lena finds herself homeless after refusing the advances of her uncle. As she fights to remain in Paris, Lena must navigate the French immigration system and juggle a series of suitors.

“Audiences will be mesmerized by the intense and multifaceted performance from newcomer Manal Issa … Parisienne doesn’t only touch on the immigrant experience in France but also explores issues of education, liberty and other French values from a deeply intimate and personal perspective.” — The Hollywood Reporter

In this star-studded black comedy, old friends Max (Richard Berry), Paul (Daniel Auteuil) and Simon (Thierry L’Hermitte) gear up for their yearly “boys only” vacation; but when Paul shows up at the lake house in a panic after murdering his wife, it really kills the mood. Adapted from the play Nos Femmes by Eric Assous, this clever farce showcases the comedic talents of France’s finest.

“A real treat … Berry and Autueil at the top of their game.” — French Cinema Review

In this neo-noir thriller, a young criminal named Piers (Niels Schneider, Heartbeats) plans an elaborate robbery to get revenge on his diamond-dealer relatives, who overworked Piers’ father and let him die in poverty.

“A visually striking heist thriller.” — The Hollywood Reporter

Gilles Legrand (Micmacs) directs this lush World War I romance about a cavalry officer (Olivier Gourmet) who lost his leg in battle, and the beautiful and independent war widow (Georgia Scalliet) he hires as his nurse. United by their recent losses, their love of horses, and their shared sense of humor, the two enter a marriage of convenience. But without passion, can it last?

“A very beautiful film which portrays a feministic, loyal and surprising woman ahead of her time.” — Sud Ouest

“An acting duo we love to see evolve: Gourmet, always masterful, and Georgia Scalliet, a sublime revelation.” — A Nous Paris

May 10, 1940: the residents of the country village of Pas-de-Calais set out for the French coast to escape advancing Nazi troops. Among these travellers is a small German boy who has been separated from his father, a Nazi resister on the run. Olivier Gourmet, August Diehl, and Mathilde Seigner star in this gorgeously-shot drama directed by Christian Carion (Joyeux Noël) with a César-winning score by Ennio Morricone.

"An impressively mounted period piece undercut by predictable storytelling" — The Hollywood Reporter

Starring Catherine Deneuve and Benoît Poelvoorde, this outrageous comedy lets us in on a little secret: God exists, and he lives in an apartment in Brussels with his daughter, Ea. Fed up with her father’s sadistic treatment of humans, Ea sends a text to everyone in Brussels informing them when and how they will die. Reminded of the preciousness of life, a lonely housewife (Deneuve) leaves her husband to be with her true love — a gorilla.

“A peppy, original and very sweet story … blazing storytelling momentum and a highly creative visual scheme.” — The Guardian

May 10, 1940: the residents of the country village of Pas-de-Calais set out for the French coast to escape advancing Nazi troops. Among these travellers is a small German boy who has been separated from his father, a Nazi resister on the run. Olivier Gourmet, August Diehl, and Mathilde Seigner star in this gorgeously-shot drama with a César-winning score by Ennio Morricone. Directed by Christian Carion (Joyeux Noël). 

"An impressively mounted period piece undercut by predictable storytelling" - The Hollywood Reporter

Gilles Legrand (Micmacs) directs this lush World War I romance about a cavalry officer (Olivier Gourmet) who lost his leg in battle, and the beautiful and independent war widow (Georgia Scalliet) he hires as his nurse. United by their recent losses, their love of horses, and their shared sense of humor, the two enter a marriage of convenience. But without passion, can it last?

“A very beautiful film which portrays a feministic, loyal and surprising woman ahead of her time.” — Sud Ouest

“An acting duo we love to see evolve: Gourmet, always masterful, and Georgia Scalliet, a sublime revelation.” — A Nous Paris

Starring Catherine Deneuve and Benoît Poelvoorde, this outrageous comedy lets us in on a little secret: God exists, and he lives in an apartment in Brussels with his daughter, Ea. Fed up with her father’s sadistic treatment of humans, Ea sends a text to everyone in Brussels informing them when and how they will die. Reminded of the preciousness of life, a lonely housewife (Deneuve) leaves her husband to be with her true love — a gorilla.

“A peppy, original and very sweet story … blazing storytelling momentum and a highly creative visual scheme.” — The Guardian

In this star-studded black comedy, old friends Max (Richard Berry), Paul (Daniel Auteuil) and Simon (Thierry L’Hermitte) gear up for their yearly “boys only” vacation; but when Paul shows up at the lake house in a panic after murdering his wife, it really kills the mood. Adapted from the play Nos Femmes by Eric Assous, this clever farce showcases the comedic talents of France’s finest.

“A real treat … Berry and Autueil at the top of their game.” — French Cinema Review

Directed by Maïwenn (Polisse), this touching reverie unfolds through the eyes of a hospitalized woman (Emmanuelle Bercot) as she recounts her troubled marriage to a charismatic restaurateur (Vincent Cassel). Bercot won the Best Actress award at Cannes for her performance.

“Beautiful people falling apart beautifully.” — Irish Times

"A bloated but vivid - and quintessentially French - romantic drama" — The Hollywood Reporter