Plus fort que moi
Film broadcast in original version with French subtitles
British drama/biopic by Kirk Jones – 2h01
Starring Robert Aramayo, Shirley Henderson, Maxine Peake
In the 1980s, John Davidson grew up with Tourette syndrome, a condition that was still largely misunderstood. Amid misunderstanding, stigma, and determination, his journey—initially fraught with obstacles—evolves into a struggle to be accepted for who he is, beyond the prejudices.
Monday, June 1st at 8:30pm
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Film Plus Fort Que Moi
Juste une illusion
French comedy-drama by Olivier Nakache and Éric Toledano – 1h56
Starring Louis Garrel, Camille Cottin, Pierre Lottin
It is 1985. Vincent, who is about to turn 13, lives in the Paris suburbs with his middle-class family, caught between a distant older brother and parents who are constantly at odds. As he is “no longer” a child and “not yet” an adult, we share his questions and doubts about identity, friendship, family, religion, desire, and first stirrings of love. A comedy about that period of childhood when the hope of changing the world was not “just an illusion…”
Friday, June 5th at 8:30pm
Salle Loisirs et Culture in Beaumont-sur-Sarthe
6€
Film Juste Une Illusion
Compostelle
French drama-comedy by Yann Samuell – 1h54
Starring Alexandra Lamy, Julien Le Berre, Mélanie Doutey
Fred and Adam, a troubled teenager, don’t know each other. Yet, thanks to a nonprofit organization, they set out together on the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. She seeks to come to terms with her past; he tries to channel his anger and his sense of abandonment. As the miles go by, amid clashes and moments of stillness, a fragile bond begins to form. Faced with the trials of the journey, each discovers an unexpected strength within themselves.
Inspired by a true story.
Saturday, June 6th at 8:30pm
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Compostela film
Une fille en or
French romantic comedy by Jean-Luc Gaget – 1h26
Starring Pauline Clément, Arthur Dupont, Émilie Caen
One day, Clémence realizes that no one has ever admired her. Lulled by the illusions of a chaotic childhood, she meets a certain Paul, a small-time boss with an authoritarian streak whom nothing and no one impresses. She then tells herself that it’s time to ask herself the only question that matters: “What if I’m worth more than I think?”.
Sunday, June 7th at 5pm
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Film Une Fille En Or
Les Rayons et les Ombres
French historical drama by Xavier Giannoli – 3h19
Starring Jean Dujardin, Nastya Golubeva, August Diehl
Set during World War II, this is the true story of Jean and Corinne Luchaire, a father and daughter caught up in the web of collaboration.
Monday, June 15th at 8pm (special schedule due to the film being over 3 hours long)
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Film Les Rayons Et Les Ombres
Sorda
Film broadcast in original version with French subtitles
Spanish drama by Eva Libertad – 1h40
Starring Miriam Garlo, Álvaro Cervantes, Elena Irureta
Angela is deaf; Hector can hear. They are a happy, fulfilled couple despite their differences. But the birth of their first child worries Angela: will she be able to bond with her daughter? How can she learn to be a mother in a world that so often fails to include those who cannot hear?
Monday, June 22nd at 8:30pm
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Film Sorda
Juste une illusion
French comedy-drama by Olivier Nakache and Éric Toledano – 1h56
Starring Louis Garrel, Camille Cottin, Pierre Lottin
It is 1985. Vincent, who is about to turn 13, lives in the Paris suburbs with his middle-class family, caught between a distant older brother and parents who are constantly at odds. As he is “no longer” a child and “not yet” an adult, we share his questions and doubts about identity, friendship, family, religion, desire, and first stirrings of love. A comedy about that period of childhood when the hope of changing the world was not “just an illusion…”
Saturday, June 27th at 8:30pm
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Film Juste Une Illusion
La Poupée
French romantic comedy by Sophie Beaulieu – 1h20
Starring Vincent Macaigne, Zoé Marchal, Cécile de France
Rémi has never gotten over his last breakup. Since then, he’s been dating a doll—it’s simpler that way. Her name is Audrey. The day Patricia, a new colleague, arrives at Rémi’s company, Audrey mysteriously comes to life.
Sunday, June 28th at 5pm
Salle André Voisin in Fresnay-sur-Sarthe
5€
Film La Poupee
