Imagine yourself comfortably seated in a vaulted room in the heart of Paris, ready to embark on an 11-hour journey to the heart of Middle-earth. If you've always dreamed of reliving the fantastic epic of The Lord of the Rings on the big screen, don't miss this exceptional event organized by the Collège des Bernardins on Saturday, April 26, 2025, to coincide with the "Aubusson weaves Tolkien" exhibition. A cinema marathon that promises to captivate both Tolkien enthusiasts and cinephiles curious to (re)discover Peter Jackson 's masterful universe in ideal conditions.
From 1pm, the doors open to the first installment: The Fellowship of the Ring. Follow Frodo and his companions on their quest through magic, peril and brotherhood. At 4pm, there's a 30-minute break to take a breather, before rejoining the heroes in The Two Towers, from 4:30pm. Sauron's shadow spreads, battles intensify and fates cross between Rohan, Isengard and the haunted swamps.
At 7:30 p.m., a second pause punctuates the adventure, just before the grand finale. At 8pm, the lights go out for the last time to make way for the mighty Return of the King, the climax of the trilogy, crowned with 11 Oscars and considered the pinnacle of fantasy cinema. Prepare to be thrilled by the sound of Gondor's horns, to shudder at the armies of Mordor, and to be moved by the power of friendship.
The films will be shown in their original French subtitled version, in their standard format, for optimum viewing comfort. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a curious neophyte, this marathon is an invitation to rediscover all the magic of a legendary saga in a unique heritage site, between history, culture and enchantment.
The Collège des Bernardins, with its timeless atmosphere and demanding programming, offers the ideal setting for this total immersion. In between films, you can also discover the "Aubusson weaves Tolkien" exhibition, featuring sumptuous tapestries inspired by the world of the British author.
A rare event, to be enjoyed with friends, as a couple or solo, for a cinema day unlike any other, where the imaginary takes precedence over the real.
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Dates and Opening Time
On April 26, 2025
Starts at 01:00 p.m.
Location
Collège des Bernardins
20 Rue de Poissy
75005 Paris 5
Prices
Tarif réduit 1 film: €5
Plein tarif 1 film: €8
Tarif réduit 3 films: €15
Plein tarif 3 films: €24
Official website
www.collegedesbernardins.fr
Booking
www.collegedesbernardins.fr
