A Message from Marcelle

The Force 5 Foundation presents the 25th edition of Cinéfranco Grand Public.

Cinéfranco would like to express its immense gratitude to the Force 5 Foundation and over the years to all the sponsors and partners, to the faithful support of the generous Francophone, Francophile and cinephile public. The passion for film has given me the invaluable chance to work with admirable volunteers and hard-working colleagues. The soul of Cinéfranco, however, was cruelly saddened by the loss of Bernard Lecerf whose exemplary dedication enriched Cinéfranco allowing us to live through the barbaric trials of the pandemic with strength and dignity. This 25th edition is dedicated to you, Bernard, in recognition of the supreme quality of your professional and human contribution on all levels. Cinéfranco has swayed between alarming challenges (cinemas difficult to book for example) and pleasures including the choice of programming. Women's films in tune with the times, deal with varied subjects, sometimes serious, with great originality, surprising laughter, and emotions.

Whether online or in the cinema, comedies with cycles Josiane Balasko, Michèle Laroque, crime films and other film genres will take you all over the French-speaking world from Mayotte to Quebec via France or Morocco. Distinguished guests will honor Cinéfranco with their presence, among others the great Lahcen Zinoun and the formidable Martin Villeneuve.

With all my gratitude

Enjoy the festival films!

Marcelle Lean
Founder and artistic & executive director