French Cinémathèque: Un monde

One Film One Federation (OFOF), in collaboration with Telescope Film, presents French Cinémathèque – a celebration of Francophone cinema offering a curated selection of monthly films from January – December, 2024. AF Chapter members worldwide can enjoy the monthly selection on specified streaming platforms followed by a free hosted discussion in English with Peter Debruge, Chief Film Critic for Variety. 

Telescope Film, the only site in the US exclusively for international film and TV, now offers a dedicated page for France. Looking for a particular French film or show? Search our comprehensive database to find out if it’s streaming in the US and where. Not sure what to watch (as long as it’s French!)? See what’s new and what’s popular from France, or browse our curated content – there’s a new themed collection every month. From the classics of the French New Wave to the latest series, the French page on Telescope is a home for fans of French film and TV.

September: Un Monde / Playground (2021)
Director: Laura Wandel
Starring:  Maya Vanderbeque, Günter Duret, Karim Leklou, Laura Verlinden

Nora is a shy 7-year-old struggling to settle into her classroom. She soon notices her older brother Abel suffering from harassment at the hands of bullies, and though she wants to help, he demands that she keep the abuse a secret, placing her in a difficult position.

Discussions will take place on the fourth Monday of each month. Participants are encouraged to watch the film via streaming before attending the discussion. The Zoom link will be sent out via email after registration.