Art-house cinema

Cinema: what does the 'art et essai' designation mean?

A film can be labeled “art et essai,” and a cinema can be classified as “art et essai.” These two recognitions are linked, but they apply to different objects: on the one hand a work, on the other a programming and audience-engagement effort.

Halloween 2026 in Chelles: Five films for a Night of Horror at the Étoile Cosmos Cinema

On October 31, 2026, Horror Night returns to the Étoile Cosmos cinema in Chelles: five films from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m., with breakfast, for €25.

The Whale and the Musician is now available on VOD.

The documentary The Whale and the Musician, in which Rone tries to strike a musical dialogue with a humpback whale, has been available on VOD since October 22, 2026.

The Illusion of Yakushima: Naomi Kawase's drama arrives in theaters.

The Illusion of Yakushima, Naomi Kawase’s drama featuring Vicky Krieps, Kan’ichirô and Ojiro Nakamura, hits theaters on June 17, 2026.

Shana: Lila Pinell's dramatic comedy arrives in theaters

Shana, a dramatic comedy by Lila Pinell starring Eva Huault, Noémie Lvovsky and Inès Gherib, opens in cinemas on June 17, 2026, after the Directors' Fortnight.

Ulysse: Laetitia Masson follows the journey of a different child on the big screen.

Ulysse, a dramatic comedy by Laetitia Masson starring Élodie Bouchez, Alphonse Roberts and Stanislas Merhar, hits cinemas on June 17, 2026 after its Cannes premiere.

Télérama Cinema Festival 2026: 23 films to discover across more than 500 theaters in France

The Télérama Film Festival makes its return from January 21 to 27, 2026, offering audiences a selection of 23 movies, including several premieres, showcased across more than 500 cinemas—all for just 4 euros a ticket.

Will the listed La Pagode cinema be back in 2025? Here's what to expect

Closed since 2015, Cinéma La Pagode had once again caused a stir after the trees in its listed garden were felled on the first day of deconfinement. This unusual Paris address is due to undergo major renovations for a return by the year 2025.

In Antony, special cinema screenings for parents and their babies

Going to the cinema without leaving your baby behind is often complicated for young parents: fear of being disturbed, having to look after the baby during the film. In Antony (92), Le Select cinema organizes special baby-friendly screenings.

Jeu de Paume inaugurates its new art house cinema this autumn

The Jeu de Paume, an artistic center dedicated to photography, launches into the 7th art! The institution unveils its new cinema on November 12, 2024.

Cinema and Citizenship: Créteil's Cinémas du Palais encourage voting

In Créteil, the art-house cinema Les Cinémas du Palais is launching a citizens' initiative for the legislative elections on June 30 and July 7, with a special offer for voters.

Le Lucernaire: a cinema-theatre and restaurant in the Montparnasse district

Cinema, theater, bar or restaurant... they're all at Le Lucernaire! If you're in the mood for something a little out of the ordinary, head for the 6th arrondissement of Paris, where art meets art in all its forms.

Le Majestic Bastille: an independent cinema in the heart of the Bastille district

The Majestic Bastille, part of the Dulac Cinéma group, is the only independent cinema in the Bastille district. Classified as an art house cinema, its panoramic screen will appeal to the most cinephile among you.

L'Escurial: an art-house cinema in Paris's 13th arrondissement

L'Escurial, part of Dulac Cinéma, is the only independent art house cinema in Paris's 13th arrondissement. Discover what's inside this 1911 cinema.

Le Bretagne: the independent cinema in the Montparnasse district closes its doors for good

Le Bretagne cinema, located in the Montparnasse district of Paris, had been open since 1961 and was the third largest cinema in Paris after the Grand Rex and UGC Normandie.

Elysées Lincoln: an art-house cinema near the Champs-Elysées

The Le Lincoln cinema is an independent, art house venue located just off the famous Champs-Elysées avenue.

Tonight on TV: Ennio, the moving documentary about Ennio Morricone - our opinion

Filmed shortly before the death of the genius composer of over 500 films, "Ennio" is broadcast on Canal+ this Thursday, July 6. Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore ("Cinema Paradiso"), the documentary retraces the entire life of Ennio Morricone, with his testimony and that of dozens of personalities from the worlds of music and cinema.

Titina, the cartoon to see with the whole family on February 8, 2023 - our opinion

Titina is a cartoon based on a true story. In it, we meet Titina and Umberto on their mad quest for adventure at the North Pole, in cinemas from February 8, 2023.

Les 7 Parnassiens: what films to see this week at this cinema in the Montparnasse district?

Les 7 Parnassiens is an independent, art house cinema located just 500 meters from the famous Montparnasse Tower. Receptions, art gallery, screenings... Discover this cinema's 7 screens.

Un Beau Matin, Mia Hansen-Løve's most beautiful film, starring Léa Seydoux and Melvil Poupaud: review

Mia Hansen-Løve's eighth feature, "Un Beau Matin", is undoubtedly her best. This bittersweet drama, starring Léa Seydoux and Melvil Poupaud, opens in cinemas on October 5.