FrenchFilmNews February 2021

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[FrenchFilmNews] ***OUR 2021 SEASON OPENS TODAY! Watch the Joyful Comedy HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE, Exclusively on our Streaming Platform + See You on Sunday for a Talk with Director MARTIN PROVOST !!!
by Cécile Downs 28 Feb '21

28 Feb '21

*To view this email as a web page, go here <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/email/index.htm>- HOME <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: poster 2021] [image: French Film News] 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> "THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT" Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee *OUR 2021 SEASON IS OPEN...* *You can start watching the joyful comedy HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE, **nominated for five 2021 Cé**sar Awards! **Available Exclusively on our Streaming Platform for 3 days, till Monday, March 1 @ Noon PST.* [image: How to be a Good Wife] [image: provost] *+ LIVE TRANSATLANTIC DISCUSSION with* *DIRECTOR-SCREENWRITER MARTIN PROVOST* *On Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST!**(Zoom invitation automatically sent to all ticket & pass holders)* The over-the-top and empowering feminist comedy *How to Be a Good Wife (La Bonne Epouse) <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>*, directed by one our favorite filmmakers, Martin Provost (*Séraphine* - SFFF 2009, *The Midwife* - SFFF 2017) opens our French Film Friday Series starting today, Friday, February 26 @ Noon! With hilarious performances by Juliette Binoche, Yolande Moreau, and Noémie Lvovsky, *How to Be a Good Wife* is sure to cheer you up! *It has been nominated for five 2021 César Awards*:* Best Supporting Actress (a nomination each for Moreau and Lvovsky), Best Supporting Actor (Edouard Baer), Best Costumes, and Best Set Direction!* JOIN our *Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with César-Winning director Martin Provost*, on Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST. What a treat!!! *You will receive the Zoom invitation automatically if you purchase a ticket or pass to the film. For more information on the Zoom Discussion Series, please contact kelstob(a)csus.edu <kelstob(a)csus.edu>.* *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFEAvailable to watch on our Streaming Platform from Friday February, 26, 2021 @ Noon PSTtill Monday, March 1, 2021 @ Noon PST.* *TICKET INFO* - *Single Ticket: $15* - *French Film Friday Pass (includes 4 features): $50* * <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *Seating is limited in our virtual theater!Reserve your tickets HERE now. <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES:Why wait till June to celebrate our 20th year?* *Our French Film Friday Series is composed of four films to be watched on-demand exclusively on our Streaming Platform, accompanied by transatlantic Zoom Discussions with the films' directors! *Our platform is accessible all over the U.S. (tell your friends!) *→ virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *One film opens on the last Friday of every month, starting in February and ending in May*, leading up to the highlight of our year, the 20th Sacramento French Film Festival (June 18-27). *Each film remains available to rent for 3 days only, so plan ahead!* *You will receive the Zoom invitation(s) automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film(s), or the French Film Friday pass.* *LEARN MORE ABOUT RENTAL CONDITIONS HERE! <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/page/help/>* *OTHER FILMS in the FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES* [image: Marguerite] [image: Petite Fille] *• March 2021: THE FANTASTIC JOURNEY OF MARGOT AND MARGUERITE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* (*L'Aventure des Marguerite*), a super-fun comedy and time traveling adventure for the whole family, by Pierre Coré. *Opening on Friday, March 26, 2021 @ Noon PST* (available to rent till Monday, March 29 @ Noon PST) *+ Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director Pierre Coré on Sunday, March 28 @ Noon PST!* *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* *• April 2021: LITTLE GIRL <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/>* (*Petite Fille*) an award-winning documentary by Sébastien Lifshitz. The touching portrait of Sasha, an eight-year-old transgender girl. *Opening on Friday, April 30, 2021 @ Noon PST *(→ available to rent till Monday, May 3 @ Noon PST) *+ Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director/Screenwriter Sébastien Lifshitz on Sunday, May 2 @ Noon PST!* *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/?autoplay>* *• May 2021: FILM TBA *Title still to be chosen. Probably a classic, but maybe we will surprise ourselves!… Stay tuned! *Opening on Friday, May 21, 2021@ Noon PST* (→ available to rent till Monday, May 24 @ Noon PST) *Note: This is not the last Friday in May – we are avoiding Memorial Day weekend.* COMING UP NEXT! Listen to Cécile Mouette Downs, Executive & Artistic Director of the SFFF, talking to Brandon Darnell on VISIT SACRAMENTO PODCAST <https://www.visitsacramento.com/blog/stories/post/visit-sacramento-podcast-…> to find out what to look forward to in our 20th year. • *14th WINTER SHORTS FEST, Featuring the Short Films Nominated for a 2021 César Award**Opening on March, 12, 2021 @ Noon PST *(right when the 46th César Ceremony will be happening in Paris) on our Streaming Platform. *Available for 3 days!* The nine films -five nominated in the Live Action category & four in the Animation category- will be available for rental for three days, till Monday, March 15th @ Noon PST. As every year, you will be invited to vote for our very own Sacramento Awards. You will receive the voting ballot automatically if you purchase a ticket to the program. TICKETS INFO COMING SOON! *• 20th SACRAMENTO FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL* *June 18-27, 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *At this time we are planning for a virtual “10 days-10 films” event similar to our 2020 edition.* *• VIRTUAL CINEMA* *All year long.* *In addition to the curated programs presented on our Streaming Platform, we will continue to partner with U.S. film distributors to present their French film releases on Virtual Cinema as they become available. Your rental supports the Sacramento French Film Festival!**→FIND OUR CURRENT VIRTUAL CINEMA OFFERING HERE <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/movie2020_virtual_cinema.htm>.* SUPPORT THE SFFF! Find out more about our sponsoring opportunities *HERE* <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm#INDIVIDUAL>. We offer two options to donate online: • Paypal <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm> (click on the yellow DONATE button) • Square <https://squareup.com/market/sac-french-film-festival/donation> (direct link) Your donation, added to those of other passionate individuals like you, is instrumental to the quality, diversity, and success of our programs. Your support makes the Festival happen, merci! [image: Lego team] <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> FOLLOW US <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> [image: facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/Sacramento-French-Film-Festival-54560847076/?ref=hl> [image: instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/sacramentofrenchfilmfestival/?hl=en> SPREAD THE WOR*D* <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *[image: logo]* www.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> PLEASE NOTE: You received this email because you told us previously that you were interested in information about the Sacramento French Film Festival. We NEVER sell our email lists or information, and only use them to tell you about the Festival. Please visit this page <https://lists.angryhosting.com/mailman/listinfo/frenchfilmnews> if you wish to leave this mailing list or modify your subscription. 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[FrenchFilmNews] We are UNVEILING our 2021 POSTER for the OPENING of our 2021 Season this weekend: WATCH How to Be a Good Wife + MEET filmmaker Martin Provost !
by Cécile Downs 25 Feb '21

25 Feb '21

*To view this email as a web page, go here <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/email/index.htm>- HOME <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: Night Shift] <https://distribfilmsusvirtual.vhx.tv/products/night-shift-sacramento-french…> [image: French Film News] 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> "THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT" Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee *TO CELEBRATE THE FIRST EVENT OF OUR 2021 SEASON,starting tomorrow, Friday, February 26, 2021**(more on this below...)* *WE ARE UNVEILING OUR GORGEOUS20th ANNIVERSARY POSTERCreated by local artist Jermaine Deandre Tilson <https://m.facebook.com/youngt92/>& Dane Henas Design <https://www.danehenasdesign.com/>* [image: poster 2021] What to look forward to this year with the SFFF? Listen to Cécile Mouette Downs, Executive & Artistic Director of the SFFF, talking to Brandon Darnell on VISIT SACRAMENTO PODCAST. <https://www.visitsacramento.com/blog/stories/post/visit-sacramento-podcast-…> HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/> *AVAILABLE FOR THREE DAYS ONLYstarting this Friday, February 26 @ Noon PST* *Exclusively available on our Streaming Platform!* [image: How to be a Good Wife] [image: provost] *+ LIVE TRANSATLANTIC DISCUSSION withDIRECTOR-SCREENWRITER MARTIN PROVOSTOn Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST!* *(Zoom invitation automatically sent to all ticket & pass holders) <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* The over-the-top, joyful, and empowering feminist comedy *How to Be a Good Wife (La Bonne Epouse) <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>*, directed by one our favorite filmmakers, Martin Provost (*Séraphine* - SFFF 2009, *The Midwife* - SFFF 2017) will open our French Film Friday Series starting this Friday, February 26 @ Noon! With hilarious performances by Juliette Binoche, Yolande Moreau, and Noémie Lvovsky, *How to Be a Good Wife* is sure to uplift you! *It has been nominated for five 2021 César Awards*:* Best Supporting Actress (a nomination each for Moreau and Lvovsky), Best Supporting Actor (Edouard Baer), Best Costumes, and Best Set Direction!* And... DON'T MISS our Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Cesar-Winning director *Martin Provost*, on Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST. What a treat!!! *You will receive the Zoom invitation automatically if you purchase a ticket or pass to the film. For more information on the Zoom Discussion Series, please contact kelstob(a)csus.edu <kelstob(a)csus.edu>.* *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFEAvailable to watch on our Streaming Platform from Friday February, 26, 2021 @ Noon PSTtill Monday, March 1, 2021 @ Noon PST.* *TICKET INFO* - *Single Ticket: $15* - *French Film Friday Pass (includes 4 features): $50* * <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *Seating is limited in our virtual theater!Reserve your tickets HERE now. <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES:Why wait till June to celebrate our 20th year?* Our French Film Friday Series is composed of four exclusive films to be watched on-demand on our Streaming Platform, accompanied by transatlantic Zoom Discussions with the films' directors! Our platform is accessible all over the U.S. (tell your friends!) *→ virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* Starting with a feminist comedy with an all-star cast; followed by a delightful time-traveling adventure that the whole family can enjoy; and continuing with a touching documentary that demystifies gender identity by telling one simple human story. Our fourth film is a surprise for the time being!... *Find more below.* *One film opens on the last Friday of every month, starting in February and ending in May*, leading up to the highlight of our year, the 20th Sacramento French Film Festival, June 18-27. *Each film remains available to rent for 3 days only, so plan ahead!* *You will receive the Zoom invitation(s) automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film(s), or the French Film Friday pass.* MORE ON RENTAL CONDITIONS HERE! <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/page/help/> *FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES* / CALENDAR *• February 2021: HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>* (*La Bonne Epouse*). *• March 2021: THE FANTASTIC JOURNEY OF MARGOT AND MARGUERITE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* (*L'Aventure des Marguerite*), a super-fun comedy and time traveling adventure for the whole family, by Pierre Coré. *Opening on Friday, March 26, 2021 @ Noon PST* (available to rent till Monday, March 29 @ Noon PST) *+ Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director Pierre Coré on Sunday, March 28 @ Noon PST!* *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* *• April 2021: LITTLE GIRL <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/>* (*Petite Fille*) an award-winning documentary by Sébastien Lifshitz. The touching portrait of Sasha, an eight-year-old transgender girl. *Opening on Friday, April 30, 2021 @ Noon PST *(→ available to rent till Monday, May 3 @ Noon PST) *+ Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director/Screenwriter Sébastien Lifshitz on Sunday, May 2 @ Noon PST!* *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/?autoplay>* *• May 2021: FILM TBA *Title still to be chosen. Probably a classic, but maybe we will surprise ourselves!… Stay tuned! *Opening on Friday, May 21, 2021@ Noon PST* (→ available to rent till Monday, May 24 @ Noon PST) *Note: This is not the last Friday in May – we are avoiding Memorial Day weekend.* ALSO COMING UP IN 2021... *• 14th WINTER SHORTS FEST, Featuring the Short Films Nominated for a 2021 César Award* *Opening on March, 21th 2021 @ Noon PST* on our Streaming Platform. *Available for 3 days!* *• 20th SACRAMENTO FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL* *June 18-27, 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *At this time we are planning for a virtual “10 days-10 films” event similar to our 2020 edition.* *• VIRTUAL CINEMA* *All year long.* *In addition to the curated programs presented on our Streaming Platform, we will continue to partner with U.S. film distributors to present their French film releases on Virtual Cinema as they become available. Your rental supports the Sacramento French Film Festival!**→FIND OUR CURRENT VIRTUAL CINEMA OFFERING HERE <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/movie2020_virtual_cinema.htm>.* SUPPORT THE SFFF! Find out more about our sponsoring opportunities *HERE* <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm#INDIVIDUAL>. We offer two options to donate online: • Paypal <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm> (click on the yellow DONATE button) • Square <https://squareup.com/market/sac-french-film-festival/donation> (direct link) Your donation, added to those of other passionate individuals like you, is instrumental to the quality, diversity, and success of our programs. Your support makes the Festival happen, merci! [image: Lego team] <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> FOLLOW US <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> [image: facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/Sacramento-French-Film-Festival-54560847076/?ref=hl> [image: instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/sacramentofrenchfilmfestival/?hl=en> SPREAD THE WOR*D* <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *[image: logo]* www.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> PLEASE NOTE: You received this email because you told us previously that you were interested in information about the Sacramento French Film Festival. We NEVER sell our email lists or information, and only use them to tell you about the Festival. Please visit this page <https://lists.angryhosting.com/mailman/listinfo/frenchfilmnews> if you wish to leave this mailing list or modify your subscription. 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[FrenchFilmNews] SAVE THE DATE: The 14th WINTER SHORTS FEST - Featuring the Short Films nominated for a 2021 César, coming up FRIDAY, MARCH 12, 2021!
by Cécile Downs 23 Feb '21

23 Feb '21

*To view this email as a web page, go here <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/email/index.htm>- HOME <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: Night Shift] <https://distribfilmsusvirtual.vhx.tv/products/night-shift-sacramento-french…> [image: French Film News] 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> "THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT" Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee IT'S OFFICIAL! *The 14th WINTER SHORTS FEST - Featuring the Short Films nominated for a 2021 César Award will be held on our Streaming Platform starting FRIDAY, MARCH 12, 2021 @ Noon PST*, right when the 46th César Ceremony will be happening in Paris! The nine films -five nominated in the Live Action category & four in the Animation category- will be available for rental for three days, till Monday, March 15th @ Noon PST. As every year, you will be invited to vote for our very own Sacramento Awards. You will receive the voting ballot automatically if you purchase a ticket to the program. We are also hoping to gather some of the filmmakers for a live transatlantic Zoom Discussion. But more on this later... WINTER SHORTS FEST tickets are not on sale yet. We will announce ticket sales information and provide full event information in a later email. And don't forget, *the first film and virtual discussion in our monthly Series are coming up next week in our Virtual Theatre.* *Have a beautiful weekend!*(Enjoy our Virtual Cinema offerings <https://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/movie2020_virtual_cinema.htm>) *virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org* <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *AVAILABLE FOR THREE DAYS ONLYstarting on Friday, February 26 @ Noon PST* *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE* [image: How to be a Good Wife] <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/> *+ LIVE TRANSATLANTIC DISCUSSION withDIRECTOR-SCREENWRITER MARTIN PROVOSTOn Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST!* *(Zoom invitation automatically sent to all ticket & pass holders)Read synopsis & reviews, Watch the trailer &Reserve your tickets HERE! <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: provost] We are excited to begin our French Film Friday Series with *How to Be a Good Wife (La Bonne Epouse) <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>*, an over-the-top, joyful, and empowering feminist comedy directed by one our favorites, César-winning director Martin Provost (*Séraphine* - SFFF 2009, *The Midwife* - SFFF 2017) with hilarious performances by Juliette Binoche, Yolande Moreau, and Noémie Lvovsky. And we are delighted that *Martin Provost* has agreed to join us on a live discussion all the way from France on Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST. What a treat!!! *You will receive the Zoom invitation automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film, or the French Film Friday pass.* For more information on the Zoom Discussion Series, please contact kelstob(a)csus.edu. *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE has just been** nominated for five 2021 César Awards* *: Best Supporting Actress (a nomination each for Yolande Moreau and Noémie Lvovsky), Best Supporting Actor (Edouard Baer), Best Costumes, and Best Set Direction!HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE will be available to watch on our Streaming Platform from Friday February, 26, 2021 @ Noon PST till Monday, March 1, 2021 @ Noon PST.* *TICKET INFO* - *Single Ticket: $15* - *French Film Friday Pass (includes 4 features): $50* * <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *Seating is limited in our virtual theater!Reserve your tickets HERE now. <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIESWhy wait till June to celebrate our 20th year?* Our French Film Friday Series is composed of four exclusive films to be watched on-demand on our Streaming Platform, accessible all over the U.S. (tell your friends!) *→ virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* Starting with a feminist comedy with an all-star cast; followed by a delightful time-traveling adventure that the whole family can enjoy; and continuing with a touching documentary that demystifies gender identity by telling one simple human story. Our fourth film is a surprise for the time being!... Zoom Discussions with special guests will follow. *Find more about the films below.* *One film opens on the last Friday of every month, starting in February and ending in May*, leading up to the highlight of our year, the 20th Sacramento French Film Festival, June 18-27. *Each film remains available to rent for 3 days only, so plan ahead!* *You will receive the Zoom invitation(s) automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film(s), or the French Film Friday pass.* MORE ON RENTAL CONDITIONS HERE! <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/page/help/> CALENDAR *• February 2021: HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>* (*La Bonne Epouse*). *• March 2021: THE FANTASTIC JOURNEY OF MARGOT AND MARGUERITE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* (*L'Aventure des Marguerite*), a super-fun comedy and time traveling adventure for the whole family, by Pierre Coré. *Opening on Friday, March 26, 2021 @ Noon PST* (available to rent till Monday, March 29 @ Noon PST) *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* *• April 2021: LITTLE GIRL <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/>* (*Petite Fille*) an award-winning documentary by Sébastien Lifshitz. The touching portrait of Sasha, an eight-year-old transgender girl. *Opening on Friday, April 30, 2021 @ Noon PST *(→ available to rent till Monday, May 3 @ Noon PST) *+ Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director/Screenwriter Sébastien Lifshitz on Sunday, May 2 @ Noon PST!* *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/?autoplay>* *• May 2021: FILM TBA *Title still to be chosen. Probably a classic, but maybe we will surprise ourselves!… Stay tuned! *Opening on Friday, May 21, 2021@ Noon PST* (→ available to rent till Monday, May 24 @ Noon PST) *Note: This is not the last Friday in May – we are avoiding Memorial Day weekend.* *• SAVE THE DATE•20th SACRAMENTO FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL* *June 18-27, 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *At this time we are planning for a virtual “10 days-10 films” event similar to our 2020 edition.* *VIRTUAL CINEMA* *Available all year long.* *In addition to the curated programs presented on our Streaming Platform, we will continue to partner with U.S. film distributors to present their French film releases on Virtual Cinema as they become available.**Your rental supports the Sacramento French Film Festival!* *→FIND OUR FULL VIRTUAL CINEMA OFFERING HERE <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/movie2020_virtual_cinema.htm>.* SUPPORT THE SFFF! Find out more about our sponsoring opportunities *HERE* <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm#INDIVIDUAL>. We offer two options to donate online: • Paypal <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm> (click on the yellow DONATE button) • Square <https://squareup.com/market/sac-french-film-festival/donation> (direct link) Your donation, added to those of other passionate individuals like you, is instrumental to the quality, diversity, and success of our programs. Your support makes the Festival happen, merci! [image: Lego team] <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> FOLLOW US <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> [image: facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/Sacramento-French-Film-Festival-54560847076/?ref=hl> [image: instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/sacramentofrenchfilmfestival/?hl=en> SPREAD THE WOR*D!!!* <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *[image: logo]* www.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> PLEASE NOTE: You received this email because you told us previously that you were interested in information about the Sacramento French Film Festival. We NEVER sell our email lists or information, and only use them to tell you about the Festival. Please visit this page <https://lists.angryhosting.com/mailman/listinfo/frenchfilmnews> if you wish to leave this mailing list or modify your subscription. 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[FrenchFilmNews] Coming up this month in our Virtual Theatre: HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE, a joyful comedy nominated for 5 Cesar Awards + Live Zoom Q&A with Director MARTIN PROVOST. Reserve your Tickets NOW!
by Cécile Downs 16 Feb '21

16 Feb '21

*To view this email as a web page, go here <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/email/index.htm>- HOME <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: Night Shift] <https://distribfilmsusvirtual.vhx.tv/products/night-shift-sacramento-french…> [image: French Film News] 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> "THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT" Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee *COMING UP NEXTIN OUR VIRTUAL THEATRE* *virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org* <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *AVAILABLE FOR THREE DAYS ONLYstarting on Friday, February 26 @ Noon PST* *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE* [image: How to be a Good Wife] <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/> *+ LIVE TRANSATLANTIC DISCUSSION withDIRECTOR-SCREENWRITER MARTIN PROVOSTOn Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST!* *(Zoom invitation automatically sent to all ticket & pass holders)Read synopsis & reviews, Watch the trailer &Reserve your tickets HERE! <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: MArtin Provost] We are excited to begin our French Film Friday Series with *How to be a Good Wife (La Bonne Epouse) <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>*, an over-the-top, joyful, and empowering feminist comedy directed by one our favorites, César-winning director Martin Provost (*Séraphine* - SFFF 2009, *The Midwife* - SFFF 2017) with hilarious performances by Juliette Binoche, Yolande Moreau, and Noémie Lvovsky. And we are delighted that *Martin Provost* has agreed to join us on a live discussion all the way from France on Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST. What a treat!!! *You will receive the Zoom invitation automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film, or the French Film Friday pass.* For more information on the Zoom Discussion Series, please contact kelstob(a)csus.edu. *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE has just been** nominated for five 2021 César Awards* *: Best Supporting Actress (a nomination each for Yolande Moreau and Noémie Lvovsky), Best Supporting Actor (Edouard Baer), Best Costumes, and Best Set Direction!HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE will be available to watch on our Streaming Platform from Friday February, 26, 2021 @ Noon PST till Monday, March 1, 2021 @ Noon PST.* *TICKET INFO* - *Single Ticket: $15* - *French Film Friday Pass (includes 4 features): $50* * <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *Seating is limited in our virtual theater!Reserve your tickets HERE now. <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIESWhy wait till June to celebrate our 20th year?* Our French Film Friday Series is composed of four exclusive films to be watched on-demand on our Streaming Platform, accessible all over the U.S. (tell your friends!) *→ virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* Starting with a feminist comedy with an all-star cast; followed by a delightful time-traveling adventure that the whole family can enjoy; and continuing with a touching documentary that demystifies gender identity by telling one simple human story. Our fourth film is a surprise for the time being!... Zoom Discussions with special guests will follow. *Find more about the films below.* *One film opens on the last Friday of every month, starting in February and ending in May*, leading up to the highlight of our year, the 20th Sacramento French Film Festival, June 18-27. *Each film remains available to rent for 3 days only, so plan ahead!* *You will receive the Zoom invitation(s) automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film(s), or the French Film Friday pass.* *MORE ON RENTAL CONDITIONS HERE!* <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/page/help/> CALENDAR *• February 2021: HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>* (*La Bonne Epouse*). *• March 2021: THE FANTASTIC JOURNEY OF MARGOT AND MARGUERITE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* (*L'Aventure des Marguerite*), a super-fun comedy and time traveling adventure for the whole family, by Pierre Coré. *Opening on Friday, March 26, 2021 @ Noon PST* (available to rent till Monday, March 29 @ Noon PST) *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* *• April 2021: LITTLE GIRL <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/>* (*Petite Fille*) an award-winning documentary by Sébastien Lifshitz. The touching portrait of Sasha, an eight-year-old transgender girl. *Opening on Friday, April 30, 2021 @ Noon PST *(→ available to rent till Monday, May 3 @ Noon PST) *+ Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director/Screenwriter Sébastien Lifshitz on Sunday, May 2 @ Noon PST!* *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/?autoplay>* *• May 2021: FILM TBA *Title still to be chosen. Probably a classic, but maybe we will surprise ourselves!… Stay tuned! *Opening on Friday, May 21, 2021@ Noon PST* (→ available to rent till Monday, May 24 @ Noon PST) *Note: This is not the last Friday in May – we are avoiding Memorial Day weekend.* ALSO COMING UP IN 2021... ON OUR STREAMING PLATFORM *• 14th WINTER SHORTS FEST, Featuring the Short Films Nominated for a 2021 César Award* *March 12-14 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *• 20th SACRAMENTO FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL* *June 18-27, 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *At this time we are planning for a virtual “10 days-10 films” event similar to our 2020 edition.* *ON VIRTUAL CINEMA* *Available all year long.* *In addition to the curated programs presented on our Streaming Platform, we will continue to partner with U.S. film distributors to present their French film releases on Virtual Cinema as they become available.**Your rental supports the Sacramento French Film Festival!* *→FIND OUR FULL VIRTUAL CINEMA OFFERING HERE <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/movie2020_virtual_cinema.htm>.* SUPPORT THE SFFF! Find out more about our sponsoring opportunities *HERE* <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm#INDIVIDUAL>. We offer two options to donate online: • Paypal <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm> (click on the yellow DONATE button) • Square <https://squareup.com/market/sac-french-film-festival/donation> (direct link) Your donation, added to those of other passionate individuals like you, is instrumental to the quality, diversity, and success of our programs. Your support makes the Festival happen, merci! [image: Lego team] <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> FOLLOW US <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> [image: facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/Sacramento-French-Film-Festival-54560847076/?ref=hl> [image: instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/sacramentofrenchfilmfestival/?hl=en> SPREAD THE WOR*D* <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *[image: logo]* www.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> PLEASE NOTE: You received this email because you told us previously that you were interested in information about the Sacramento French Film Festival. We NEVER sell our email lists or information, and only use them to tell you about the Festival. Please visit this page <https://lists.angryhosting.com/mailman/listinfo/frenchfilmnews> if you wish to leave this mailing list or modify your subscription. 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[FrenchFilmNews] BREAKINg NEWS!!! OPENING TODAY on VIRTUAL CINEMA with the Sacramento French Film Festival • 2021 GOLDEN GLOBE NOMINEE: TWO OF US !
by Cécile Downs 12 Feb '21

12 Feb '21

*HOME <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: Night Shift] <https://distribfilmsusvirtual.vhx.tv/products/night-shift-sacramento-french…> [image: French Film News] 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> "THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT" Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee STARTING TODAY! Watch the 2021 Golden Globe Nominee TWO OF US <https://watch.eventive.org/twoofus/play/601c5b28af5ddb00bdad7cf6> on Virtual Cinema! [image: TOW OF US] <https://watch.eventive.org/twoofus/play/601c5b28af5ddb00bdad7cf6> *Your rental supports the Sacramento French Film Festival* *TWO OF US <https://watch.eventive.org/twoofus/play/601c5b28af5ddb00bdad7cf6> *(*Deux*) by Filippo Meneghetti. An enthralling and unique love story starring Barbara Sukowa, Martine Chevallier & Léa Drucker. *Nominated for a 2021 Golden Globe in the Best Foreign Language Film category.* A Magnolia Pictures Release.* Two of Us will remain available to rent for 30 days. Opening on Friday, February 5, 2021.* *WATCH THE FILM HERE! <https://watch.eventive.org/twoofus/play/601c5b28af5ddb00bdad7cf6>* Filippo Meneghetti's striking debut feature *Two of Us* is a moving, superbly acted romantic drama, led by stand-out performances from Barbara Sukowa and Martine Chevallier. Two retired women, Nina (Sukowa) and Madeleine (Chevallier), have been secretly in love for decades. Everybody, including Madeleine’s family, thinks they are simply neighbors, sharing the top floor of their building. They come and go between their two apartments, enjoying the affection and pleasures of daily life together, until an unforeseen event turns their relationship upside down and leads Madeleine’s daughter (Léa Drucker) to gradually unravel the truth about them. *In French with English Subtitles.* *→ TRAILER <https://youtu.be/g8gZseCXevM>* *Please stick around after the film! Your rental gives you access to an exclusive discussion between writer/director Filippo Meneghetti, star Barbara Sukowa, and international film icon Isabelle Huppert!* *WATCH THE FILM HERE! <https://watch.eventive.org/twoofus/play/601c5b28af5ddb00bdad7cf6>* COMING UP... *FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES* We hope you will join us for our monthly *French Film Friday Series *with four exclusive films to be watched on-demand on our Streaming Platform, accessible all over the U.S. (tell your friends!) Starting on February, 26, 2021. *Advance Ticket & Pass Sales are now open:*• Single Ticket: $15 • French Film Friday Pass (includes 4 features): $50 Find out more about the films & purchase your tickets here: *virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: La Bonne Epouse] [image: Marguerite] [image: Petite Fille] SUPPORT THE SFFF! Find out more about our sponsoring opportunities *HERE* <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm#INDIVIDUAL>. We offer two options to donate online: • Paypal <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm> (click on the yellow DONATE button) • Square <https://squareup.com/market/sac-french-film-festival/donation> (direct link) Your donation, added to those of other passionate individuals like you, is instrumental to the quality, diversity, and success of our programs. Your support makes the Festival happen, merci! [image: Lego team] <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> FOLLOW US <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> [image: facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/Sacramento-French-Film-Festival-54560847076/?ref=hl> [image: instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/sacramentofrenchfilmfestival/?hl=en> SPREAD THE WOR*D* <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *[image: logo]* www.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> PLEASE NOTE: You received this email because you told us previously that you were interested in information about the Sacramento French Film Festival. We NEVER sell our email lists or information, and only use them to tell you about the Festival. Please visit this page <https://lists.angryhosting.com/mailman/listinfo/frenchfilmnews> if you wish to leave this mailing list or modify your subscription. This email was sent by: Sacramento French Film Festival 2634 28th Street Sacramento, CA, 95818, USA <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute_SFFF2020.htm>`

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[FrenchFilmNews] Why wait till June to celebrate the Sacramento French Film Festival's 20th year? ADVANCES SALES are now open for our brand-new FRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES starting this month!
by Cécile Downs 04 Feb '21

04 Feb '21

*To view this email as a web page, go here <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/email/index.htm>- HOME <http://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* [image: Night Shift] <https://distribfilmsusvirtual.vhx.tv/products/night-shift-sacramento-french…> [image: French Film News] 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> "THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT" Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON *ADVANCE TICKET SALES ARE NOW OPENFOR OUR BRAND-NEWFRENCH FILM FRIDAY SERIES!* [image: La Bonne Epouse] [image: Marguerite] [image: Petite Fille] *Why wait till June to celebrate our 20th year?* Starting this month, we are happy to introduce our monthly *French Film Friday Series *with exclusive films to be watched on-demand on our Streaming Platform, accessible all over the U.S. (tell your friends!) *→ virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/>* *Our French Film Friday Series is composed of four films, * *deserving of their own moment in the spotlight!* Starting with a feminist comedy with an all-star cast; followed by a delightful time-traveling adventure that the whole family can enjoy; and continuing with a touching documentary that demystifies gender identity by telling one simple human story. Our fourth film is a surprise for the time being!... Zoom Discussions with special guests will follow. *Find more about the films below.* *One film will open on the last Friday of every month, starting in February and ending in May*, leading up to the highlight of our year, the 20th Sacramento French Film Festival, June 18-27. *Each film will remain available to rent for 3 days only, so plan ahead!* The first film in the Series, *HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>* (*La Bonne Epouse*) will become available to watch on our platform later this month, on Friday, February 26 @ Noon PST. *There will be a transatlantic Zoom discussion with César-winning director Martin Provost on Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST.* *TICKET INFO* - *Single Ticket: $15* - *French Film Friday Pass (includes 4 features): $50* *While the films are not available to watch yet, you can buy your tickets now. *Visit our Streaming Platform <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> to reserve your tickets for the film of your choice, or get a pass for the 4 films included in the Series.* Seating is limited in our virtual theater, so buy early to reserve your spot!* CALENDAR *• February 2021: HOW TO BE A GOOD WIFE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife/>* (*La Bonne Epouse*), a feminist comedy by César-winning director Martin Provost (*Séraphine* - SFFF 2009, *The Midwife* - SFFF 2017), starring Juliette Binoche, Yolande Moreau & Noémie Lvovsky*.* *Opening on Friday, February 26 @ Noon PST* (available to rent till Monday, March 1 @ Noon PST) *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/how-to-be-a-good-wife…>* *Transatlantic Zoom Discussion with Director/Screenwriter Martin Provost on Sunday, February 28 @ Noon PST! **You will receive the Zoom invitation automatically if you purchase a ticket to the film, or the French Film Friday pass.* *• March 2021: THE FANTASTIC JOURNEY OF MARGOT AND MARGUERITE <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* (*L'Aventure des Marguerite*), a super-fun comedy and time traveling adventure for the whole family, by Pierre Coré. *Opening on Friday, March 26, 2021 @ Noon PST* (available to rent till Monday, March 29 @ Noon PST) *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/the-fantastic-journey…>* *• April 2021: LITTLE GIRL <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/>* (*Petite Fille*) an award-winning documentary by Sébastien Lifshitz. The touching portrait of Sasha, an eight-year-old transgender girl. *Opening on Friday, April 30, 2021 @ Noon PST *(→ available to rent till Monday, May 3 @ Noon PST) *→TRAILER <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/film/little-girl/?autoplay>* *• May 2021: FILM TBA *Title still to be chosen. Probably a classic, but maybe we will surprise ourselves!… Stay tuned! *Opening on Friday, May 21, 2021@ Noon PST* (→ available to rent till Monday, May 24 @ Noon PST) *Note: This is not the last Friday in May – we are avoiding Memorial Day weekend.* ALSO COMING UP IN 2021... *• 14th WINTER SHORTS FEST, Featuring the Short Films Nominated for a 2021 César Award* *March 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *Exact date TBA (depends on the date of the 2021 César ceremony, currently scheduled for March 12 but subject to change).* *• 20th SACRAMENTO FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL* *June 18-27, 2021* on our Streaming Platform. *At this time we are planning for a virtual “10 days-10 films” event similar to our 2020 edition.* *• VIRTUAL CINEMA* *All year long.* *In addition to the curated programs presented on our Streaming Platform, we will continue to partner with U.S. film distributors to present their French film releases on Virtual Cinema as they become available. Your rental supports the Sacramento French Film Festival!**→FIND OUR FULL VIRTUAL CINEMA OFFERING HERE <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/movie2020_virtual_cinema.htm>.* SUPPORT THE SFFF! Find out more about our sponsoring opportunities *HERE* <https://sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm#INDIVIDUAL>. We offer two options to donate online: • Paypal <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/contribute.htm> (click on the yellow DONATE button) • Square <https://squareup.com/market/sac-french-film-festival/donation> (direct link) Your donation, added to those of other passionate individuals like you, is instrumental to the quality, diversity, and success of our programs. Your support makes the Festival happen, merci! [image: Lego team] <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> FOLLOW US <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> [image: facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/Sacramento-French-Film-Festival-54560847076/?ref=hl> [image: instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/sacramentofrenchfilmfestival/?hl=en> SPREAD THE WOR*D* <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> <https://youtu.be/ZpiZALzffow> 20th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Virtual.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <https://virtual.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> *[image: logo]* www.SacramentoFrenchFilmFestival.org <http://www.sacramentofrenchfilmfestival.org/> PLEASE NOTE: You received this email because you told us previously that you were interested in information about the Sacramento French Film Festival. We NEVER sell our email lists or information, and only use them to tell you about the Festival. Please visit this page <https://lists.angryhosting.com/mailman/listinfo/frenchfilmnews> if you wish to leave this mailing list or modify your subscription. 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