2026 Francophone Film Festival begins Feb. 24

The annual Francophone Film Festival at uedbetÌåÓý¹ÙÍø will screen a film each Tuesday from Feb. 24 to March 17.

All films are free and open to the public. Films begin at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Olin Center on campus.

Feb. 24: Red Island (2023)

Thomas lives in a military base on colony of Madagascar, with his parents and friends. He gradually becomes aware of territorial and sexual politics while finding an outlet for his imagination in the exploits of crime-buster Fant?mette.

Director: Robin Campillo
Genre: Drama/Narrative
Length: 1h 56m

Event page: Red Island on Feb. 24

March 3: The Balconettes (2024)

Three women in a Marseille apartment get stuck in a heat wave. They find themselves trapped in a terrifying affair and longing for freedom.

Director: No¨¦mie Merlant
Genre: Horror/Comedy
Length: 1h 44m

Event page: The Balconettes on March 3

March 10: When Fall Is Coming (2024)

Michelle, a retiree in Burgundy, expects her grandson Lucas but a mistake ruins her plans. Her friend Marie-Claude's son is released from prison, reviving Michelle's purpose.

Director: Fran?ois Ozon
Genre: Drama
Length: 1h 42m

Event page: When Fall Is Coming on March 10

March 17: Little Am¨¦lie or the Character of Rain (2025)

Am¨¦lie, a Belgian child in Japan, explores life with her companion Nishio-san. Her third birthday becomes a turning point, marking the beginning of life-altering events that shape her understanding of the world.

Directors: Liane-Cho Han Jin Kuang and Ma?lys Vallade
Genre: Animation
Length: 1h 17m

Event page: Little Am¨¦lie or the Character of Rain on March 17