aGLIFF’s Queer Spectrum screening for March is the sexy French film “Paris, 13th District (Les Olympiades)” by Jacques Audiard at the Galaxy Theatre on March 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Following the lives of several Parisian 30 somethings, “Paris, 13th District (Les Olympiades)” is based on three short graphic novels from acclaimed Brooklyn-based illustrator Adriane Tomine. Filmed in gorgeous black and white and intertwined in vibrant color, this sexy drama features a cast of talented young rising stars.
2015 Palme d’Or winner Jacques Audiard brings Tomine’s novels (Amber Sweet, Killing and Dying, and Hawaiian Getaway) to life setting the film in the mixed high-rise neighborhood in Paris located in the 13th District bringing to life the sprawling dreams of desire and human connection in the city of love.
aGLIFF members and guests are free with advance registration; individual tickets are available for $12.00 each + applicable service fees.
PARIS, 13TH DISTRICT (LES OLYMPIADES) | France | 2021 | 106 minutes | French
Director: Jacques Audiard
Writers: Jacques Audiard, Léa Mysius, Céline Sciamma
Starring: Lucie Zhang, Makita Samba, Jehnny Beth, Noémie Merlant
The Galaxy Theatre • 6700 Middle Fiskville Rd. • Austin 78752
7:00 p.m. Screening
Paris, 13th District today. Émilie meets Camille who is attracted to Nora, who crosses paths with Amber. Three girls and a boy – They’re friends, sometimes lovers and often both.
Adapted from Adrian Tomine’s acclaimed graphic novel, PARIS, 13TH DISTRICT weaves a breezy tapestry of modern love stories. Beautifully realized in crisp black-and-white cinematography, the electrifying, multicultural 13th arrondissement sets the stage for a panoramic tale of four young lovers.
Jacques Audiard is a French writer, director and producer known for his films including the Palme d’Or winner DHEEPAN (2015), RUST AND BONE (2012), as well as A PROPHET (2009) and THE BEAT THAT MY HEART SKIPPED (2005), which both received the César Award for Best Film. His most recent film PARIS, 13th DISTRICT screened at the Toronto International Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year.
Community Partner: Cultural Services French Embassy in the United States
This event is part of the French Cultures Festival coordinated by the Cultural Service of the French Embassy in Houston, TX. Find more events here.
TICKETS: All events are FREE for aGLIFF Members and guests who register in advance. General admission for “Paris, 13th District (Les Olympiades)” is $12.00 for non-members. aGLIFF Members also receive unlimited guest passes to the Queer Spectrum series until further notice.
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