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    <product_content><![CDATA[JULIETTE IN SPRING(Original title: Juliette au printemps)Director: Blandine LenoirCast: Izïa Higelin, Sophie Guillemin, Jean‑Pierre Darroussin, Noémie Lvovsky, Salif CisséCountry: France | Duration: 97 minutesLanguage: French (with English subtitles) Directed by Blandine Lenoir (Aurore, Annie’s Fire), Juliette in Spring follows 35‑year‑old Juliette, a children’s book illustrator who returns to her country village hoping to enjoy some quiet time with her family. Instead, she finds herself caught in a web of emotional undercurrents: a stressed and overburdened sister, a gentle but emotionally distant father, a newly liberated mother revelling in the second act of her life, and a grandmother growing increasingly frail. As old memories, unspoken truths and long‑buried family secrets rise to the surface, Juliette is forced to reflect on her own place within the family and the life she hopes to claim for herself. Based on the graphic novel by Camille Jourdy, Lenoir’s tender and observant film blends humour, warmth and gentle surrealism to create an affectionate, deeply human portrait of family life. With a wonderful ensemble cast led by Izïa Higelin, Juliette in Spring is a quietly moving film to be savoured. Content advisory: Mature themes]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[MY BROTHER’S BAND(Original title: En fanfare)Director: Emmanuel CourcolCast: Benjamin Lavernhe, Pierre Lottin, Sarah Suco, Ludmila MikaëlCountry: France | Duration: 103 minutesLanguage: French (with English subtitles) When a health crisis reveals that he was adopted, internationally renowned conductor Thibaut discovers the existence of a younger brother he never knew. Jimmy lives a far more modest life, but shares an unexpected passion for music, and as the brothers slowly connect, their shared love of performance becomes a powerful bridge between two very different worlds. Warm, funny and deeply moving, My Brother’s Band is a joyous celebration of family, community and the unifying power of music, striking a perfect balance between laughter and tears. Awards & Festivals2025 César Award nominee (7 nominations, including Best Film and Best Actor)Official Selection – 2024 Cannes International Film FestivalAudience Award winner – New York Rendezvous with French Cinema (2025), San Sebastián Film Festival (2024), American French Film Festival (2024) Content advisory: Coarse language]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[Warm up your vocal cords! Our June workshop will be a joyful dive into French songs, welcoming participants of all levels as we celebrate Fête de la Musique. Created in France in 1982, la Fête de la Musique takes place each year on 21 June, and celebrates the idea that music is for everyone. On this day, streets and cafés across France come alive with free performances by musicians of all kinds. Inspired by this tradition, we are delighted to once again collaborate with talented vocal teacher and native French speaker, Lorraine Manifold as we curate a vibrant selection of French chansons. Expect group singing, discovering well-loved French chansons and plenty of pronunciation support - all in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. The workshop will run from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. We'll finish the afternoon with a short concert from 4:00 pm showcasing chansons sung by talented locals, while savouring cheeses and an apéritif from the bar. See you there!]]></product_content>
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