Celebrating Francophone Stories, One Film at a Time
Movie Nights invites audiences to discover the richness of Francophone cinema through curated screenings presented in New York, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles.
Each edition features a standout film, offering a moment of connection between filmmakers, industry professionals, and film lovers across the U.S.
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LADY LIBERTY
OCTOBER 23
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Lady Liberty traces the extraordinary story of the Statue of Liberty — a French idea that became America's global symbol. Over 140 years, Lady Liberty has become a powerful figure embodying both the hopes and the contradictions of America. As the country prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, revisiting her history is a reminder of the foundation she stands on.
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Lady Liberty
Directed by Florence Platarets
Written by Philippe Collin (adapted from his original podcast for France Inter)
Produced by Agat Films, Muriel Meynard
Co-produced by Radio France
Length: 3 x 35 minutes (3-part series) -
DATE: OCTOBER 23
WHEN: 6:30 to 8:30 PM
WHERE: Centre Culturel, Lycée Français de New York. -
The screening will be followed by a conversation and Q&A moderated by director Stéphanie Valloatto, Head of French in Motion’s NY Chapter, with:
Yasmina Jaafar, Pr. Audrey Célestine, Margot Sergent, Pr. Jean Beaman
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