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NOUVELLE VAGUE, a comedy written by Vince Palmo and Holly Gent Palmo, directed by Richard Linklater, starring Jodie Foster and Daniel Auteuil, will have its Premiere in Hollywood as the centerpiece film of TAFFF 2025 competition, on October 30, 2025.
Presented in Association with Netflix.
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A PRIVATE LIFE, a drama, thriller written and directed by Rebecca Zlotowski starring Jodie Foster and Daniel Auteuil, will open the festival on October 28, 2025.
Presented in Association with Sony Pictures Classics
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TAFFF 2025 full program will be available on September 30th. The Box Office and RSVP will open on October 2nd.
The 29th edition of THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL “A Week of Films & Series Premieres and Awards in Hollywood” will take place at the Directors Guild of America from October 28 to November 3, 2025. Program will be announced and the Box Office will open on this website, 3 weeks before the festival starts.
TAFFF LIBRARY is your weekly updated library of 900+ French Films and Series available (or Coming Soon) on digital in the US of which 300+ have previously premiered at the COLCOA/TAFFF festival.
Click here to know which French films and series will soon be available in theatres and/or on digital in the US.
Click here to view the winners in the Cinema, Television, Documentaries and Short Film categories.
Thank you to our 14,000 attendees in 2024, including: Christine Angot, Jacques Audiard, Lisa Azuelos, Priscilla Bertin, Golden Globes winner Jacqueline Bisset, Damien Bonnard, Romain Brémond, Patrick Bruel, -Camille-, Stanislas Carré de Malberg, Benjamin Charbit, Charlie Clovis, Sanda Codreanu, Julien Colonna, Thierry de Clermont-Tonnerre, Alexandre de La Patellière, Matthieu Delaporte, Clément Ducol, Marielle Duigou, Pierre-Marie Dru, Annette Dutertre, Mareike Engelhardt, Bertrand Faivre, Marc Fitoussi, Anne Fontaine, Pierre Garnier, Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, Academy Award® winner Michel Hazanavicius, David Hertzog Dessites, Audrey Ismael, Antoine Lafon, Malou Khebizi, Pauline Lamy, Jean-Marie Larrieu, Karim Leklou, Richard Lorber, Marie Masmonteil, Lionel Massol, Patrick Mille, Melvil Poupaud, Daniel Preljocaj, Jérôme Rebotier, Agathe Riedinger, Zoe Saldaña , Ardavan Safaee, Ted Sarandos, Vanessa Schneider, Thierry Teston, Fanny Valette, Arnaud Valois, …
Thank you to our jury members, panelists and moderators: Jon Amiel, Taylor Arthur, Jon Avnet, Maria Bertrand, Frederic Cassidy, Taylor Chukwu, Antoine de Cazotte, Eliza Clark, Henry Crum, Peter Debruge, AJ Dungo, Nisha Ganatra, David S. Goyer, Emilia Graham, Tim Grieving, Taylor Hackford, Tate Heinse, Ted Hope, Jon Horn, Julia Jett, Cy Joseph, Jeremy Kagan, Jason Keller, Elsa Keslassy, Laurent Kleindienst, Pascal Ladreyt, Debra Levine, Sheri Linden, Alex Litvak, Lael Loewenstein, Lily Mariye, Wade Major, Evan Mirzai, Jonathan Morsow, Laure Murat, Michael Ordonna, Dimitri Rassam, Howard A. Rodman, Jay Roewe, Alexander Schmitt, Oona Seppala, Floria Sigismondi, Jed Smith, Luke Thompson, Pinar Toprak, Steve Zallian, Daniel Zucker.
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*** Another great reason to attend this year THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL, the largest event in the world dedicated to French Films and Series, at the DGA in Los Angeles (October 28~November 3 /// All films and series presented with English Subtitles). Full line up announced on September 30 on www.tafff.org
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✨ Richard Linklater’s NOUVELLE VAGUE will be the Centerpiece Presentation of the 29th edition of The American French Film Festival celebrated with a red carpet Hollywood premiere. 🎬🇫🇷
A master of independent cinema, Richard Linklater (Oscar-nominated director of Boyhood and Before Sunrise) pays tribute to the revolutionary spirit of French cinema with his 33rd film. Nouvelle Vague reimagines the making of Jean-Luc Godard’s iconic À Bout de Souffle (Breathless) — the film that forever changed the language of cinema.
The film stars Guillaume Marbeck as Jean-Luc Godard, Zoey Deutch as Jean Seberg, and Aubry Dullin as Jean-Paul Belmondo. Produced by Arp Sélection
🎥Red Carpet Hollywood Premiere
📆October 30
📍Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles
🤝presented in association with Netflix with the support of Champagne Louis Roederer
More info: www.tafff.org
TAFFF is presented by the Franco-American Cultural Fund, a unique partnership between Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem, and Writers Guild of America West.
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✨ Richard Linklater’s NOUVELLE VAGUE (New Wave) will be the Centerpiece Presentation of the 29th edition of The American French Film Festival celebrated with a red carpet Hollywood premiere. 🎬🇫🇷
A master of independent cinema, Richard Linklater (Oscar-nominated director of Boyhood and Before Sunrise) pays tribute to the revolutionary spirit of French cinema with his 33rd film. Nouvelle Vague reimagines the making of Jean-Luc Godard’s iconic À Bout de Souffle (Breathless) — the film that forever changed the language of cinema.
The film stars Guillaume Marbeck as Jean-Luc Godard, Zoey Deutch as Jean Seberg, and Aubry Dullin as Jean-Paul Belmondo. Produced by ARP Selection
🎥Red Carpet Hollywood Premiere
📆October 30
📍Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles
🤝presented in association with Netflix
More info: www.tafff.org
TAFFF is presented by the Franco-American Cultural Fund, a unique partnership between Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem, and Writers Guild of America West.
#TAFFF #TAFFF2025 #AmericanFrenchFilmFestival #JodieFoster #RebeccaZlotowski #ViePrivee #FrenchCinema #FilmFestivalLA #RedCarpet #LosAngeles
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✨ JUST ANNOUNCED: OPENING NIGHT FILM ✨
The 29th Annual American French Film Festival (TAFFF) will kick off on October 28 with the Hollywood premiere of Rebecca Zlotowski’s psychological thriller A Private Life (Vie privée), starring Jodie Foster, Daniel Auteuil, Virginie Efira, Vincent Lacoste, and Mathieu Amalric.
Synopsis: Renowned psychiatrist Lillian Steiner (Foster) investigates the mysterious death of a patient in this gripping thriller. With a dream cast, Foster and Auteuil deliver emotionally charged, unforgettable performances.
This is Jodie Foster’s first lead film role, spoken entirely in French.
The film will be celebrated with a gala, red-carpet Opening Night screening on October 28, presented in association with Sony Pictures Classics (@SonyClassics), setting the stage for a week celebrating the best of French cinema in Los Angeles. Rerun: October 29. Full program announced on September 30. Tickets on sale and RSVPs open on October2.
📍 Director’s Guild of America, Los Angeles
📅 October 28 – November 3
More info: www.tafff.org
TAFFF is presented by the French American Cultural Fund, a partnership of the Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem, Writers Guild of America West with the support of CNC - Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée Unifrance Air Tahiti Nui Villa Albertine ELMA - European Languages & Movies in America Variety The Hollywood Reporter Deadline Hollywood Champagne Louis Roederer Roederer Estate TV5MONDE TV5MONDE USA
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✨ JUST ANNOUNCED: OPENING NIGHT ✨
The 29th Annual American French Film Festival (TAFFF) will kick off on October 28 with the Hollywood premiere of Rebecca Zlotowski’s psychological thriller A Private Life (Vie privée), starring Jodie Foster, Daniel Auteuil, Virginie Efira, Vincent Lacoste, and Mathieu Amalric.
Synopsis: Renowned psychiatrist Lillian Steiner (Foster) investigates the mysterious death of a patient in this gripping thriller. With a dream cast, Foster and Auteuil deliver emotionally charged, unforgettable performances.
This is Jodie Foster’s first lead film role, spoken entirely in French.
The film will be celebrated with a gala, red-carpet Opening Night screening on October 28, presented in association with Sony Pictures Classics (@SonyClassics), setting the stage for a week celebrating the best of French cinema in Los Angeles. Rerun: October 29. Tickets on sale early October.
📍 Director’s Guild of America, Los Angeles
📅 October 28 – November 3
More info: www.tafff.org
TAFFF is presented by the Franco-American Cultural Fund, a unique partnership between Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem, and Writers Guild of America West.
#TAFFF #TAFFF2025 #AmericanFrenchFilmFestival #JodieFoster #RebeccaZlotowski #FrenchCinema #FilmFestivalLA #RedCarpet #LosAngeles
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*** Follow us on Facebook and Join us for the 29th edition of THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL, "A Week of French Film and Series Premieres and Awards in Hollywood" at the Director's Guild of America (October 28~November 3). More info: www.tafff.org .
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*** "SUSPENDED TIME", starring Vincent Macaigne has just been released in US theaters thanks to Music Box Films ... On this occasion (Re)discover at home, through TAFFF LIBRARY, 9 films and series (co-)written and directed by Olivier Assayas: "IRMA VEP" (Series - TAFFF 2022), "NON FICTION" (2019), "CLOUDS OF SILS MARIA" (2015), "SOMETHING IN THE AIR" (2012), "CARLOS" (2011), "SUMMER HOUSE" (2008), "PARIS JE T'AIME" (COLCOA 2007), "DEMON LOVER" (2002), "IRMA VEP" (Feature film - 1996).
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** More info and to watch the films: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/virtual-cinema/french-cinema/
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** More info about "SUSPENDED TIME": theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/suspended-time/
Watch the US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fwkr3pAy4Ao
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*** More upcoming French Films and series on US screens: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/.../coming-soon/
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*** TAFFF LIBRARY is your online guide to watch French programs in US theaters and at home, with 900+ titles available or soon available, including 300+ film s and series premiered at THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL (daily updates): theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/virtual-cinema/
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* TAFFF LIBRARY is brought to you by The AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL (TAFFF), a Week of French Films and Series Premieres and Awards taking place annually at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. Presented by the French American Cultural Fund, a partnership of the Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem, Writers Guild of America West with the support of CNC - Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée Unifrance Air Tahiti Nui ELMA - European Languages & Movies in America Variety The Hollywood Reporter Deadline Hollywood Champagne Louis Roederer Roederer Estate TV5MONDE TV5MONDE USA
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*** Follow us to know everything about upcoming French films and series in the US. Join us in Hollywood from October 28 to November 3, 2025 for the 29th edition of THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL: www.tafff.org
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*** 5 NEW FRENCH FILMS AND SERIES TO DISCOVER ON US SCREENS THIS WEEK (Subtiled in English)
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** IN THEATERS (check your local calendar);
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- "THE TIES THAT BIND US", North American Premiere at TAFFF 2024. a drama co-written and directed by Carine Tardieu (Distrib Films US)
Watch the US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=idKKmHZRtRk
More info: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/the-ties-that-bind-us-2/
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- "SUSPENDED TIME", the new drama/comedy by Olivier Assayas (Music Box Films)
theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/suspended-time/
Watch the US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fwkr3pAy4Ao
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- "THE MUSICIANS", a comedy co-written and directed by Grégory Magne (Outsider Pictures)
theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/the-musicians/
Watch the US trailer: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/the-musicians/
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** ON DIGITAL:
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- "MR. BLAKE AT YOUR SERVICE", a comedy/romance co-written and directed by Gilles Legardinier (Sunrise Films US)
More info / Watch the series:
theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/mr-blake-at.../
Watch the US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eS3TOjgHsc
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- "YOUNG MILLIONAIRES", a new series comedy, coming of age, from the director of "FIASCO", Igor Gostman (Netflix). In English or in french with English subtitles.
theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/young.../
Watch the US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SDWJEsEchA
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*** More French Films now playing in US theaters, More French Films and Series coming soon to digital: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/.../coming-soon/
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*** TAFFF LIBRARY is your online guide to watch French programs in US theaters and at home, with 900+ titles available or soon available, including 300+ films and series premiered at THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL (daily updates): theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/virtual-cinema/
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* TAFFF LIBRARY is brought to you by The AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL (TAFFF), a Week of French Films and Series Premieres and Awards taking place annually at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. 29th edition: October 28-November 3. Presented by the French American Cultural Fund, a partnership of the Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem, Writers Guild of America West in association with CNC - Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée Unifrance Villa Albertine with the support of Air Tahiti Nui ELMA - European Languages & Movies in America Variety Champagne Louis Roederer Roederer Estate TV5MONDE USA TV5MONDE The Hollywood Reporter
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“Who was the man behind one of the most iconic musical pieces of the 20th century?” 🎼
For filmmaker Anne Fontaine, the answer isn’t in a traditional biopic; it’s in capturing the creative, emotional, and intimate moments that led Maurice Ravel to compose Boléro.
🎬 In this episode of #TAFFFTalk, Anne shares why she was drawn to Ravel’s story, crafting a subtle and poetic film about obsession, genius, and the artistic process.
💡 Watch the full interview now on our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfb7FexKa70
🎥 BOLERO made its U.S. Premiere at The American French Film Festival in 2024.
#TAFFFTalk is presented by The American French Film Festival and the Franco-American Cultural Fund — a unique partnership between Directors Guild of America, Motion Picture Association, Sacem & Writers Guild of America West.
#TAFFF #TAFFF29 #TAFFF2025 #FrenchCinema #FrenchFilms #FrenchFilmFestival #FilmFestival #FrancoAmericanCulturalFund #WomenInFilm #DirectorsToWatch #Biopic #AnneFontaine #MauriceRavel #Bolero #ClassicalMusic #MusicInFilm #CinemaFrancais #BehindTheScenes #TAFFFSpotlight
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*** Follow us and Join us at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood from October 28 to November 3, 2025 for the 29th edition of THE AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL: www.tafff.org
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*** Watch at home 6 new French films and series just released on digital in the US. (programs presented in English or with English subtitles):
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* "ANIMALE". Horror, Thriller, Drama, Fantasy. Written & directed by Emma Benestan. (On digital since August 8, 2025) (A Film Movement release)
- Watch the official US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFpC-pCz9jI
- More info / Watch the film: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/animale/
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* "SOLDIERS". Series (7 x 52'). Drama, War. Created & written by Thibaut Valetoux & Frédéric Krivine. Directed by Jean-Philippe Amar. (North American Premiere TAFFF 2022, Winner Best Series Award) (On digital since June 24, 2025) (A MHz Choice TV release)
- Watch the trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4NuInMqiLY
- More info / Watch the series: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/soldiers-2/
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* "BARDOT", Series (6 x 52'). Biopic, drama. Created, written and directed by Danièle and Christopher Thompson. (North American Premiere TAFFF 2023) (On digital since August 2, 2025) (A PBS / Walter Presents USA & Canada release)
- More info / Watch the series: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/bardot-2/
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* "QUEENS OF DRAMA". Drama, Music & Dance. Co-written and directed by Directed by Alexis Langlois. (On Digital since July 15, 2025) (A Altered Innocence release)
- Watch the trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4eDtqT2Zuo
- More info / Watch the film: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/queens-of-drama/
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* "MEETING WITH POL POT", A drama co-written and directed by Rithy Panh. (Released on Digital on August 5, 2025)(A Strand Releasing release)
- Watch the official US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=edHcZVcTHZo
- More info / Watch the film: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/meeting-with-pol-pot/
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* "DOG ON TRIAL". Comedy. Co-written and directed by Laetitia Dosch (North American Premiere TAFFF 2023) (Released on digital on July 25, 2025) (A Quiver Distribution release).
- Watch the official US trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OfLCjdafno
- More info / Watch the film: theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/dog-on-trial-2-2/
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*** + Discover, through TAFFF LIBRARY, 120+ French films and series recently released on digital in the US (daily updates): theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/.../new-releases/ TAFFF LIBRARY is your online guide to watch French programs in US theaters and at home, with 950+ titles available or soon available (daily updates): theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/virtual-cinema/
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* TAFFF LIBRARY is brought to you by The AMERICAN FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL (TAFFF), a Week of French Films and Series Premieres and Awards taking place annually at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. Join us to celebrate the 29th edition of the festival from OCTOBER 28 to NOVEMBER 3. More details on www.tafff.org . Stay tuned! Program announced on September 30. Box office and RSVP to open on October 2.
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