Festival FOMO: Don't miss these Festival standouts!

We're in the home stretch as the 2026 Alliance Française French Film Festival enters its final two weeks. Don't fear missing out, grab your tickets today for these Festival favourites and come laugh, cry and be moved by French cinema.


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Staff Picks

Our staff are great lovers of cinema, so we've asked them to share their top pick to see at the Festival. There's still time to check them out before the end of this year's Festival!

Anne-Lise’s Pick


Out of Love

One summer evening, Suzanne arrives unexpectedly at her sister Jeanne’s house with her two children. Just as suddenly, Suzanne disappears. A family drama about sisterhood, absence and the bonds that endure when words fail.

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Axelle’s Pick

Leave One Day

This entertaining musical romance stars Juliette Armanet as chef Cécile, who is about to open her own restaurant. When her father becomes unexpectedly unwell, Cécile returns home and runs into her old high-school crush.

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Andrei's Pick


Bon Voyage Marie

Marie, an 80-year-old cancer sufferer, plans to die with dignity via assisted suicide in Switzerland. Will she tell her family the truth about her trip? A tender dramedy that approaches end-of-life choices with humour and humanity.

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Familiar Faces

Big names on the big screen, watch the latest from these megastars of Hollywood and French cinema.


Angelina Jolie
Couture

In Paris, during Fashion Week, Maxine (Jolie) an American filmmaker, receives some upsetting news. She meets Ada, a model and Angèle, a makeup artist. Couture follows their intertwined journeys within the fashion world.

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Pierre Niney
Guru

Niney stars as Matt, the most popular life coach in France. In the spotlight, he promises clarity, self-determination and purification. But, as his influence grows, so does his control over his followers. Don't miss this tense psychological thriller.

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Vanessa Paradis
Class Reunion

Vanessa Paradis stars in Jérôme Commandeur’s latest comedy about friendship, memory, and the passage of time. Can a group of old friends finally face their issues, or will their high school reunion change nothing at all?

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L'amour Toujours

Three films that promise to bring some drama, sweep you off your feet, and get you in the mood for romance. 


Enzo

16-year-old Enzo’s wealthy family have big plans for his future. However, at a masonry apprenticeship, he meets Vlad, a Ukrainian labourer who Enzo aspires to be. This films explores questions about class, duty and true courage.

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Rodrigue in Love

Struggling actor Stéphane bumps into Fanny, a former colleague now dazzling audiences on the classical stage. A misunderstanding leads her to believe Stéphane is playing Rodrigue in Le Cid. A love letter to theatre, lies and summer romance.

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What is Love?

This witty family comedy focuses on Marguerite, who sees no reason to refuse her ex-husband Fred when he asks for an annulment. A stirring and amusing family comedy about the surprising afterlives of relationships, and second chances.

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From Book to Screen

Many great films have been inspired by literature and at this year’s French Film Festival, there are plenty of stories you can now see on the big screen. Take a chance on these three excellent flicks inspired by literature.


Dog 51

Adapted from Laurent Gaudé’s novel, this dystopian crime thriller examines our relationship with technology, power, and social division — and their dangerous price.

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The Stranger

Meursault, a quiet and unassuming clerk, is accused of murder in 1930s French-colonised Algeria. An enthralling adaptation of Albert Camus’ landmark novella.

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13 Days, 13 Nights

Based on the autobiography of Commander Mohamed Bida, focusing on his mission to quickly evacuate hundreds of people from the French embassy in Kabul in 2021.

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More Festival Blog Posts

See more from the Festival, including some of our other recommendations and our local French Film Festival page.


Festival Highlights

With 38 films in this year's Festival line-up, it can be hard to know where to start. We have curated some categories to get you on track and discover some of the hidden gems of this year's Festival to add to your Festival watchlist!


Festival Must-Sees

Lights... Camera... Action! The French Film Festival is about to begin, so now it's time to be swept away by an exquisite selection of films. With so many to choose from, here are just some that we think are must-sees for this edition. Don't miss out!

Festival Hidden Gems

With only three weeks left of this year's edition, now is the time to dive in and enjoy a spectacular selection of French films. We've sifted through to help unearth the hidden gems for you to discover.

About the Alliance Française French Film Festival

The 37th edition of the Alliance Française French Film Festival has come to Adelaide to transport you to the heart of French cinema. From 18 March to 22 April, get ready to be swept away by an exquisite selection of films—from dazzling comedies to gripping dramas and heartwarming romances.

From a spectacular Opening Night celebration to an unforgettable Closing Night finale—plus 36 unmissable films in between—this year’s festival promises laughter, tears, thrills, and pure cinematic magic.


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