An evening lulled by the cinema, meeting some of history's greatest actors and directors... That's what the Cinémathèque française is offering for this new edition of Nuit des Musées in Paris , taking place on Saturday May 18, 2024.
It's an evening that puts the spotlight on cinema, in the image of the museum created in 1936, whose original mission was to preserve and restore films before presenting exhibitions. The Cinémathèque has several exhibition spaces: the Méliès museum, the film museum, which showcases hundreds of costumes, photos, machines, props, sets and other exceptional items, and the temporary exhibition space, which highlights different actors, directors or film genres.
The Cinémathèque française: the temple of cinephiles in the heart of the Bercy district
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Museum Night is the perfect time for visitors to discover the museum' s permanent collection and currentexhibition. As usual, the Cinémathèque française has planned a number of surprise activities in line with the theme of the temporary exhibition. See below for details of the festive program.
A magician and inventor of special effects, Georges Méliès is the ideal guide to the history of cinema and special effects, from Metropolis to Hugo Cabret, from Moon Trip to Star Wars. The Musée Méliès takes visitors on a fabulous journey of pleasure and wonder, dotted with interactive devices, never-before-seen films, props, costumes and rare posters.
6pm to midnight (last admission at 11pm)
Free, online reservation required.
Transform yourself into the Terminator and leave with your own photo souvenir thanks to our photo terminals and a hint of AI.
From 6pm to 11pm on the Mezzanine, free without reservation.
An exceptional journey into the mind of a genius, The Art of James Cameron brings together a dazzling and diverse array of rare and previously unseen pieces from the filmmaker's immense private collection, and deciphers the creative process of one of cinema's greatest inventors.
6pm to midnight (last admission at 11pm)
Free, ages 9 and up online booking essential.
ITM students take over the world of James Cameron and create make-up art inspired by the filmmaker's drawings and films.
In partnership with ITM Paris - L'École du maquillage(https://www.itmparis.com)
7-10pm, free with no reservation
Echoing the James Cameron exhibition and the Musée Méliès, come and test your knowledge and take part in a team quiz combining blind tests, excerpt recognition, speed tests and more. An opportunity to explore together the key themes of James Cameron's work across more than 100 years of cinema.
Presented by Hugo Alexandre (Calmos) and Adrien Marie (SupplementOeuf).
8-10pm at Café Lola
Free, subject to availability.
A great evening for all film lovers! Shall we go?
Dates and Opening Time
On May 18th, 2024
Location
Cinémathèque Française
51 rue de Bercy
75012 Paris 12
Access
Metro Bercy (lines 6 and 14)
Prices
Free
Official website
www.cinematheque.fr
Booking
billetterie.cinematheque.fr
The Cinémathèque française: the temple of cinephiles in the heart of the Bercy district
