Embrace the luck of the Irish and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style! Go beyond the green attire and traditional festivities by diving into the captivating world of the Irish with a historical drama series that will transport provide a glimpse of the rich culture and storytelling tradition of the Emerald Isle. So why not cosy up on the couch, and let the magic of Irish whisk you away?
But the fun doesn't stop there! March 20th also marks French Language Day, so why not honour the occasion with some French films? Let our watchlist of must-see French films transport you with their captivating stories and mesmerizing themes.
So, whether you're toasting with a pint of Guinness or practising your bonjour for French Language Day, these cinematic adventures will add joy and cultural appreciation to your celebrations. Let the silver screen transport you to the vibrant landscapes of Ireland and the romantic allure of France, all from the comfort of your own home. Embrace the spirit of these special occasions, indulge in captivating films, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish and French culture. Sláinte and bonne journée!
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Directed by Alex Fegan, 'Older Than Ireland' is a landmark documentary that tells the story of a hundred years of a life as seen through the eyes of thirty Irish men and women aged 100 or over.
The Sketch Artist is a detective series mixing thriller and human drama that depicts Ève Garance, an exceptional sketch artist capable of "reading" people, and her three colleagues from the Investigation Unit of the Police Department.
Eilis, a young Irish girl, lands in 1950s Brooklyn and soon gets used to the freer life. She falls in love with Tony, who hails from an Italian family. However, a tragedy befalls her back home.
What does Cyrano de Bergerac do at a chicken farmer in Brittany? This is the problem of Raymond, who has always kept his passion for theatre hidden until he decides to perform on the internet with his pet chicken to save his farm.
30-year-old Emilie runs a hairdressing salon where she provides an endless stream of advice to her clients and friends, but the only person she cannot seem to help in love is her own mother....and herself.
An uplifting documentary about Ireland's superstar drag queen Panti Bliss as she rises from ‘giant cartoon woman' to one of the highest-profile activists in the LGBTIQ community.
It is party day at Marguerite Dumont's castle. She sings wholeheartedly, but terribly out of tune. Marguerite has been living her passion in her own bubble, and the hypocrite audience acts as if she was the diva she believes she is.
Muriel is overjoyed. Her grandson Alex, will be staying at her place a few days before moving to Canada. Intrigued by his curious behavior, she soon discovers he's been lying.
A brilliantly conceived spectacle which sees master of comedy Tati perform a series of live circus acts on the stage. A playful and imaginative take on the experience of seeing a show.
1890, Ireland. Over the course of a night, a noblewoman encourages her father's valet to seduce her. A cruel game of romance plays out as he is trapped in his social station and torn between lust and love.
A tight emotional thriller about a young woman taking carefully planned revenge on a woman she believes ruined her potential musical career years before. Understated and beautifully acted and scored.
Best friends Laura and Tyler fellow deviants, enablers and co-dependents. Laura is getting married and their booze and drug-fuelled Thelma and Louise life is in jeopardy and finds herself suspended between the two unable to give either up.
Miss Loiseau's class is unlike any other. Her adult students are recent immigrants: some of them refugees, most learning to read and write for the first time, all eager to study, find work, and raise their families in peace. Their stories of pain and hope converge in one...
The personal story of a young woman in her early 20s who escapes society's expectations and becomes a sheepherder high in the French Alps for the summer season.
