With many UK premieres, the selection showcases the variety of voices, forms and budgets that altogether represent the wealth and diversity of French cinema production.

From comedies to documentaries, from personal stories to social dramas and thrillers, many try to reflect on the present and the complex world we live in. With a particularly strong trend of French films with or by international actors and directors, French cinema in 2025 continues expanding beyond its borders while keeping its strength at home.

The small selection of restored films pays tribute to the late master documentary filmmaker Marcel Ophüls and to the great Isabelle Adjani who turned 70 this year.

 

12 – 23 November

 

Browse the programme below and book your ticket(s)

See the Festival schedule at a glance

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Special Offers
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Cinema enthusiasts can get 20% off when they book to see 5 films or more (discount automatically applied at the checkout).

 

Festival Special Menu

To celebrate the French Film Festival London and Frederick Wiseman’s documentary Menus Plaisirs – Les Troisgros, the French Institute’s restaurant, Gazette Brasserie is adding the Troisgros signature dish to their menu: Pan fried fillet of salmon, sorrel sauce, crushed Ratte potatoes, served together with a glass of Côte Roannaise. Offer available from 17 to 23 November.

  • Saumon à l’oseille – £24
    Pan fried salmon fillet, sorrel sauce, crushed “Ratte “ potatoes
  • Côte Roannaise, Glass 125ml – £7
  • Duo Plaisir – £29
    Saumon à l’oseille & glass of Côte Roannaise

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The French Film Festival London is organised by

 

Presented in collaboration with

 

And supported by

With special thanks to Olivia and Benoît Verbrugghe

   

                 

   

 

 

Programme

 
Edinburgh