MOVIE NIGHTS: NOTRE DAME RESURRECTION - PREMIERE SCREENING Across Our Chapters
LAST Movie Nights SCREENINGS Across Our Three Chapters
Washington, D.C. – December 1
Los Angeles – December 11
New York – December 17
French in Motion is thrilled to close the year with a special, three-city U.S. premiere of Notre-Dame Résurrection, an exceptional documentary filmed over five years at the heart of the cathedral’s reconstruction.
This series of screenings takes place one year after Notre-Dame reopened its doors, making these premieres a meaningful moment to celebrate the resilience, artistry, and spirit behind its rebirth.
Held in three remarkable cultural homes—La Maison Française in Washington D.C., Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz in Los Angeles, and the Cultural Center, Lycée Français of New York—these venues are true epicenters of French culture in their cities, bringing together vibrant Francophile communities.
A special thank you to our partners TV5MONDE and Electron Libre for their support of these events.
⭐ About the FILM DOCUMENTARY
Notre-Dame Résurrection offers a unique, intimate look at the monumental reconstruction of Notre-Dame de Paris after the 2019 fire, told from the inside, with unprecedented access over a five-year period.
Discover the human, technical, and artistic challenges behind one of the most ambitious restoration projects of the 21st century.
📍 Event Dates by Chapter
Washington, DC – December 1
La Maison Française, Embassy of France, in partnership with Villa Albertine
6:30 PM: Conversation “Excavations and the Rebirth of Notre-Dame: Crossed Perspectives” with Jennifer Feltman and Paul Glenshaw, followed by a Q&A
About Jennifer Feltman
Dr. Jennifer Feltman is an art historian and Associate Professor at the University of Alabama, specializing in the art and architecture of medieval Europe. A leading American scholar involved in the scientific restoration project of Notre-Dame de Paris since the 2019 fire, her research focuses on Gothic sculpture, particularly the development of complex sculptural programs in the absence of primary textual sources. Her work bridges art history, religious studies, manuscript analysis, and technical studies of construction, with a special emphasis on the 13th century, iconography, and the new archaeological insights revealed through the cathedral’s restoration. She frequently lectures in Europe and the United States to share major discoveries from the ongoing reconstruction.
About Paul Glenshaw, moderator
Paul Glenshaw is a writer, filmmaker, and art historian known for his work on architectural history, aviation, and cultural heritage. He collaborates with major American cultural institutions, including the Smithsonian, and is a keen observer of sacred architecture and large-scale heritage projects. Bringing his perspective as both historian and cultural mediator, he offers insightful reflections on the intersections of history, restoration, and public engagement.
7:30 PM: Premiere screening of "Notre Dame Résurrection": 5 years at the heart of the largest restoration project, inside and outside Notre-Dame de Paris.
Los Angeles – December 11
Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz, Lycée Français de Los Angeles
Screening at 8 PM
New York – December 17
Centre Culturel, Lycée Français de New York
From 6:30 to 9:00 PM/ Doors open at 6:00 PM
Conversation with Pr. Barry Bergdoll, Professor of Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University, moderated by Stephanie Valloatto, Head of the NY Chapter - French in Motion
🎬 About the Film
Notre-Dame Résurrection
Directed by Xavier Lefebvre
Written by Alain Zenou
Produced by Electron Libre / Kisayang / Établissement Public Notre-Dame / France TV
Year: 2024
Length: 1 hour 30 minutes
Format: 4K UHD
This documentary is presented in French with English subtitles, thanks to the support of TV5 Monde.
Distributed internationally by TERRANOA
With hours of never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews, the film offers an intimate view of the craftsmen, architects, engineers, and teams who brought the cathedral back to life.
