Alliance Française Gold Coast

✨ ✨ 2026 - FESTIVAL DE CANNES from 12 May to 23 May The Riviera is shimmering, the cameras are flashing, and the red carpet has never looked more dazzling.
🎬🌟 The Festival de Cannes begins — a world where cinema meets pure magic, elegance, and bold artistic brilliance.
Here’s to unforgettable premieres, breathtaking talent, and the timeless glamour of Cannes.

MAY 1st IN FRANCE 🌿
Today, France celebrates Labour Day, a special day dedicated to workers and their rights. It’s also a lovely tradition to give lily of the valley, a symbol of happiness and good luck 🍀
Take this time to rest, enjoy moments with loved ones, and appreciate the simple things in life.
Happy May 1st to everyone! 🇫🇷

FRENCH MOVIES AT HOTA AND DENDY CINEMAS

THE STANGER – starts 16 April
https://hota.com.au/whats-on/live/cinema/the-stranger
The superb new film from multi-award winning writer/director François Ozon THE STRANGER is a gripping adaptation of Albert Camus’ landmark novella about a detached young expat under trial for murder in French-colonised Algeria. Genre : Crime/ Drama - Warnings: Strong nudity and s*x scenes Cast: Benjamin Voisin, Rebecca Marder, Pierre Lottin, Denis Lavant, & Swann Arlaud Languages: French - English Subtitles

JEAN VALJEAN – starts 23 April
https://hota.com.au/whats-on/live/cinema/jean-valjean
The always-terrific Grégory Gadebois for a poignant new adaptation of Victor Hugo’s masterpiece Les Miserables, charting the origin story of Jean Valjean, the beloved tale’s iconic protagonist. 1815. Provence, France. In the peaceful village of Digne, there’s a rumour that a dangerous man has entered the area………
Genre: Drama. - Warnings: Mature themes and violence.
Cast: Grégory Gadebois, Bernard Campan, Alexandra Lamy, & Isabelle Carré.
Languages: French - English Subtitles

CONNEMARA – 25 April only 2 sessions: 2:30pm DENDY CINEMA SOUTHPORT 6:15pm HOTA, Home of the Arts
https://gcff.com.au/program/connemara/
Hélène's burnout leads her back to rural France. There, she reconnects with Christophe, her high school crush, now representing a life she once left behind….
Genre: Drama
CAST: Nicolas Mathieu, Alex Lutz, Amélia Guyader.
Director: Alex Lutz
Language: French

TERM 2 ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN !
We’re excited to welcome you back for Term 2, with classes commencing Monday 20 April!
Whether you're continuing your journey or joining us for the first time, it’s the perfect moment to get involved, learn something new, and have fun along the way.
New class for Beginners, from Friday 24 April at 6:00pm
TIME TABLE all levels: https://www.afgoldcoast.org/learn.../252-timetable-26-2.html
ENROLMENT : https://www.afgoldcoast.org/learn-french/130-enrolment.html
Secure your place today and be part of a great Term 2 ahead!
Enquiries: phone Amélie 0404 304 011
Website: https://www.afgoldcoast.org/

ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL GOLD COAST
Hello French cinema lover , the festival kicks off on
THURSDAY 19 MARCH , and it's already time to start planning your must-see events!

Don’t miss our Family Session with TREASURE HUNTERS ✨✨
Sunday 22 March - Arrival 1:30pm - Screening 1:45pm
Enjoy a glass of wine or a soft drink on arrival! 🍷🍸🥂
Ready for an Indiana Jones à la française adventure?
https://southport.dendy.com.au/movie/affff26--treasure-hunters-on-the-tracks-of-khufu

Because you can’t think of France without thinking of gastronomy,
REDRESS, LA RÉPARATION the latest film by Régis Wargnier, takes you on a delicious culinary journey 🍰🧁
Thursday 26 March - Arrival 6 PM - Screening 6:15 PM
Enjoy a glass of wine or a soft drink on arrival! 🍷🍸🥂
https://southport.dendy.com.au/movie/affff26---redress

STUDENTS OF THE WORLD

2026 ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE FRENCH FESTIVAL GOLD COAST
DENDY CINEMA - SOUTHPORT
https://southport.dendy.com.au/2026-alliance-franaise-french-film-festival-affff

From Thursday, March 19 to Wednesday, April 8
Craving a touch of French culture? Dendy Cinemas is proud to partner with Alliance Française for the 37th edition of the French Film Festival. From March 19 to April 8, we’re bringing 38 world-class films to the Gold Coast, presented by Kérastase.
Explore the full program, including an incredible lineup of special events: the Opening Night celebration with food & drinks on arrival, the Centrepiece Premiere of The Richest Woman in the World, and the Film & Sip series of screenings and the Closing Night screening, paired with a glass of French wine!

FRANCE AT HOME - Australia's largest online French Grocery shop in Australia, with over 750 imported products from 250+ brands deliver straight to your door.
Special discount to our members.
https://franceathome.com.au/coupon/afgc10

COMPLETE BEGINNERS , we are opening a new class for you
on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00pm commencing
4 February at 6:00pm
Enrolment:
https://www.afgoldcoast.org/learn-french/130-enrolment.html
Enquiries: phone Amélie 0404 304 011

DENDY CINEMA - From 19 MARCH to 8 APRIL 2026
A.F. FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL https://www.affrenchfilmfestival.org/trailer