French Cinémathèque: Lost Illusions

Event begins at 4pm PT / 5pm MT / 6pm CT / 7pm ET

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.

December 2024:  Illusions perdues / Lost Illusions (2021)
Director: Xavier Giannoli
Starring:  Benjamin Voisin, Cécile de France, Vincent Lacoste, Xavier Dolan, Jeanne Balibar, André Marcon

In 1820s France, the young poet Lucien de Rubempre travels to Paris in the hope of becoming an author. Contrary to his expectations, he discovers that he must make ends meet by writing scurrilous theater reviews. He soon learns the dark side of the journalism industry as he tries to stay true to his dreams.

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.