With a wine on arrival & more!

Bienvenue cinephiles! Indulge in a glass of wine & more at the Opening Night of the 2025 Alliance Française French Film Festival! Join us for the highly anticipated premiere of Mehdi Idir and Grand Corps Malade's exhilarating musical biographical drama film, Monsieur Aznavour.

Just as Marion Cotillard was to La Vie en Rose, Golden Globe-nominated actor Tahar Rahim is to Monsieur Aznavour, transforming into the iconic singer/songwriter for this lavishly entertaining rise-to-stardom biography of the man who beat all odds to not only become one of France’s best-loved entertainers, but personified French culture to the rest of the world. Led by its starʼs astonishing performance and stunning vocal prowess, Monsieur Aznavour is a true tour de force – as intimate as it is spectacular – and serves as a triumphant reminder of the power and impact of music. Alongside Tahar Rahim are superb central performances from César Awards winner Bastien Bouillon and Molière Awards winner Marie-Julie Baup (who dazzles in a scene-stealing portrayal of the legendary Edith Piaf) .

Don’t miss one of France’s biggest hits of the year!

OPENING NIGHT GALA | Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Canberra
Delight in drinks and light refreshments upon arrival, as well as vibrant French music and très bonne catering for the film premiere of Monsieur Aznavour. Keep the celebrations going with an afterparty following the screening with live music, food and drinks. Plus, receive an official festival gift bag!

OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION | Brisbane, Perth & Byron Bay
Enjoy a delightful wine or mocktail and fantastique French nibbles prior to the premiere of Monsieur Aznavour.

OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION | Sydney
Enjoy a delightful glass of wine or mocktail prior to the premiere of Monsieur Aznavour.

OPENING NIGHT CINÉWINE | Melbourne & Ballarat
Enjoy a delightful glass of wine prior to the premiere of Mehdi Idir and Grand Corps Malade's phenomenal musical biographical drama, Monsieur Aznavour.

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