5th edition - MAY 4-7, 2025

The 5th edition of the San Diego French Film Festival was presented by the Alliance Française San Diego from May 4–7, 2025. It explored the theme of Love in All Its Forms, celebrating romance, friendships, and the power of connection through an exceptional lineup of Francophone films (with English subtitles) at THE LOT La Jolla, one of San Diego’s most elegant venues.

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Festival opening: Sunday, May 4, at 5 PM with a red-carpet Opening Gala featuring En Fanfare (The Marching Band). The film has received both public and critical acclaim and has been nominated for no fewer than seven César Awards (French Academy Awards). After the screening, guests enjoyed an elegant soirée with gourmet hors d'oeuvres, desserts, champagne, and live entertainment, with a DJ-curated dance party.

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Festival Days: From Monday, May 5, through Wednesday, May 7, screening of four award-winning feature films, each preceded by a short film.

May 5 at 6.30 PM: Neuilly-Poissy, (France) followed by a panel discussion with the team of the movie.
May 6 at 6.30 PM: Moto Taxi (Bendskins) (Cameroon) and Quelques Jours Pas Plus (Just a Couple of Days) (France).
May 7 at 6.30 PM: The festival concluded with Ru, a deeply moving film from Canada.

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Some of the guests of honor included lead actor Max Boublil, director Gregory Boutboul, supporting actor Franck Amiack, and You Film and l’Agence Cineart CEO Youri Rapoport.

Additionally, the Young Cinephiles' Day, a special event held for French language students on March 21.​