Binoche and Khan
Dance Theatre

In-i by Juliette Binoche and Akram Khan

A major new work of dance theatre created by one of the world’s leading dancer/choreographers, Akram Khan, and actress Juliette Binoche. Not to be missed.

Films

Ambitious

An history of love and betrayal between a publisher (Karin Viard and a young author (Eric Caravaca), written and directed by Catherine Corsini.

Taken

An ex-soldier, whose daughter is kidnapped by slave masters while traveling in Europe, must track her down before she's shipped off. Directed by Pierre Morel, written by Luc Besson and Robert Mark...

I've loved you so long

A gripping and thrilling French drama starring Kristin Scott Thomas about a woman who turns up in the lives of her sister and her family after having disappeared for 15 years.

The Fox and the Child

Two worlds, which seem separated by everything, meet through an unforgettable story of friendship.

Paris

Cédric Klapisch's latest film sees him working in collaboration with some of France's greatest actors on a film that is sure to move you...

Summer Hours

Olivier Assayas highly acclaimed new movie starring Juliet Binoche.

Couscous

Couscous tells the story of 61-year-old Slimane, a boat-builder in the southern French port of Sète, who involves his vast extended family in an epic project to launch a couscous restaurant. Its...

Flight of the Red Balloon

Suzanne (Juliette Binoche) is charming but she is a mother snowed under by obligations. With her puppet shows, the classes she teaches and the two children, Simon and Louise, that she has been...


Book launch

Book launch: David Foenkinos "The Erotic Potential of My Wife"

The Institut français is pleased to welcome author David Foenkinos on 9 October to launch the English translation of his most recent book "The Erotic Potential of My Wife" (Telegram, 2008, trans. Yasmine Gaspard).


CD release

CD Release: Beat Assailant, Imperial Pressure

An unique musical blend between an American rapper & 10 of the finest Parisian musicians. From Jazz to Rock, soul to funk, 'Imperial Pressure' is an explosive record that pushes all musical boundaries! Released on 13rd October.


Cinema event

The Times BFI 52nd London Film Festival

The Times BFI London Film Festival showcases the best new films from around the world, here in London. From 15th to 30th October.

Juliette Binoche Season at the BFI

If you are a fan of Juliette Binoche, then do not miss her season at the BFI. From 'Les Amants du Pont Neuf' to The BFI has pulled together her best performances to show them throughout September...


Classical music

Philharmonia Orchestra Messiaen Celebrations

From 4th February to 23rd October, The Philharmonia Orchestra is mounting a significant celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Messiaen’s birth(1908-1992) at Southbank Centre


Concerts

Concert: Beat Assaliant

Concert on the 21th november,11pm at the Jazz Café. An unique musical blend between an American rapper and 10 of the finest Parisian musicians from jazz to rock, soul to funk.

Justice Presents A Cross The Universe

At Matter @ The O2 Arena On October the 25 th From 10:00pm until 7:00am Price: £17.50 Expect a Justice set like no other. This night is going to be huge.

Concert: one more date for Camille in London

On October 19th at London’s Roundhouse. After a completely sold out and successful concert at Koko last May 14th, don't miss her next performance in London which promises to be an exceptional show!


Dance

Dance Umbrella 2008

The 2008 edition of London's International Festival of Contemporary Dance will last until 8th November.

In-i by Juliette Binoche and Akram Khan

A major new work of dance theatre created by one of the world’s leading dancer/choreographers, Akram Khan, and actress Juliette Binoche. Not to be missed.


DVD

DVD Release : The Fox and the Child

"The Fox and the Child" releases on the 8th December: Two worlds, which seem separated by everything, meet through an unforgettable story of friendship.

Dvd Release: "Leolo", Jean Claude Lauzon

Release of the Palme d’Or – nominated comedy drama "LEOLO" on DVD from 29th September 2008,£12.99: an intense, funny, surreal and ultimately tragic journey.

DVD Release: Female Agents

"Female Agents", starring Sophie Marceau, Julie Depardieu, Marie Gillian and Deborah Francois, and directed by Jean-Paul Salome, is released on DVD on 6th October 2008 and Blu-Ray on the 13th of...

DVD Release: L'Enfance Nue / Police, Maurice Pialat

UK DVD release of Maurice Pialat’s L’Enfance-Nue and Police on 22nd September 2008 priced at £22.99 each.


Exhibitions

Miró, Calder, Giacometti, Braque: Aimé Maeght and His Artists

From the 4th October to the 2nd January at the Royal Academy of Arts: an exhibition about the outstanding art dealer, exhibition maker and publisher Aimé Maeght and his artists focusing on Miro, Calder, Giacometti and Braque.

Exhibition: Pierre Bismuth and Michel Gondry

New installation by visual artist Pierre Bismuth and acclaimed director Michel Gondry, exploring the themes at the core of Gondry's Oscar-wining film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.Until...

Exhibition: “Course of Life” by Robert Zytynski

From the 14th to the 19th October, the Gueguen Gallery presents “Course of Life”,a series of paintings by Robert Zytynski, a magic French-Polish born artist.


Festival

What's French at the London Film Festival?

Fact and fiction, fable and fantasy - the best in new French cinema is showcased at the London Festival.

Official launch: "Paris Calling", Franco-British Season of Performing Arts

A performance of in-i, choreographer Akram Khan's new production featuring Juliette Binoche will launch this season on the 13th October at the National Theatre.


Films

Boyle's "Slumdog Millionaire" as closing-film of the 52nd London's Film Festival

The Closing Night Gala of The Times BFI 52nd London Film Festival on 30th October will be the European Première of Danny Boyle’s "SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE".