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# Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire

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- [Pre-Festival Treat: Unveiling the Films of the Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire at the French Institute, London🎉](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/pre-festival-treat-unveiling-the-films-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux-et-imaginaire-at-the-french-institute-london🎉/) - Pre-Festival Treat: Unveiling the Films of the Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire at the French Institute, London
- [An Evening of Wonderful Short Films - Spain in Focus at the Instituto Cervantes de Paris](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/an-evening-of-wonderful-short-films-spain-in-focus-at-the-instituto-cervantes-de-paris/) - The Instituto Cervantes and the Festival du Film Merveilleux invite you to an evening dedicated to Spanish short films on June 17th at the Instituto Cervantes de Paris. Five films spanning strange, tender, and fantastical worlds await you, followed by a friendly drink. When & Where📍 Instituto Cervantes de Paris - 7 rue Quentin Bauchard,
- [Unveiling the Programme: Festival du Film Merveilleux × Instituto Cervantes Special Evening in Paris](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/unveiling-the-programme-festival-du-film-merveilleux-x-instituto-cervantes-special-evening-in-paris/) - We are thrilled to reveal the full programme for our special one-night-only event, presented in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes de Paris. On Wednesday, June 17, join us for an evening of extraordinary Spanish short films — five carefully selected works that blend the uncanny, the tender, and the fantastical. The Venue Instituto Cervantes de
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux Heads to Cannes 2026 Marché du Film](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-heads-to-cannes-2026-marche-du-film/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire heads to the Cannes Film Festival 2026 (12–20 May), where Japan is the Marché du Film's Country of Honour.
- [Back to the Big Screen: A Spanish Cinema Gem Returns to Paris](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/5498-2/) - Back to the Big Screen: A Spanish Cinema Gem Returns to Paris We are thrilled to announce a special one-night-only event in the heart of Paris, presented in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes. On Wednesday, June 17, your favourite Festival du Film Merveilleux will resurface a standout Spanish film from a past edition – giving audiences a
- [Movies Around the World – A Wonderful Journey Continues](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/movies-around-the-world-a-wonderful-journey-continues/) - Last March 28th, during the Mois de la Francophonie, our Festival du Film Merveilleux traveled to the Alliance Française of Rostov-on-Don, bringing a selection of French short films to Russian audiences as part of our "Movies Around the World" program. The audience gathered to discover how French filmmakers craft the dreamlike, the impossible, and the
- [A New Chapter in the South: the Festival du Film Merveilleux Lands in Argentina](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/a-new-chapter-in-the-south-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux-lands-in-argentina/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux announces a landmark partnership with the Alliance Française de Buenos Aires and bringing the 2026 Competition to South American audiences for the first time. Paris, 2026 — The Festival du Film Merveilleux is crossing the Atlantic. In a move that underscores the festival's commitment to sharing the art of wonder beyond
- [When Wonder Speaks Every Language: Highlights from 12 Countries at our 15th Edition](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/when-wonder-speaks-every-language-highlights-from-12-countries-at-our-15th-edition/) - From Tehran to Paris, from Astana to Pondichéry — the 15th Festival du Film Merveilleux screened films from 12 countries across five continents, proving once again that imagination knows no borders. In Out of Tune (Iran), a street whistler's daily routine is upended by a single unexpected request — a gentle reminder that human connection
- [Through the Looking Glass: French Cinema in Russia](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/through-the-looking-glass-french-cinema-in-russia/) - Last October, Russian cinema brought its visions of wonder and imagination to Paris at the Centre spirituel et culturel orthodoxe russe. Now we step through the mirror. This March, our Festival du film merveilleux presents "Movies Around the World" traveling to the Alliance Française of Rostov-on-Don ( March 28th) to discover how French filmmakers create
- [Season's Greetings from the Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/seasons-greetings-from-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - As the year draws to a close, the entire team at the Festival du Film Merveilleux wishes you a magical holiday season filled with wonder and joy. Thank you for sharing your passion for cinema with us throughout the year. Your enthusiasm and support continue to make our festival a celebration of imagination and storytelling.
- [Photos: Russia in Focus - Five Award-Winning Short Films Captivate Paris Audience](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/photos-russia-in-focus-five-award-winning-short-films-captivate-paris-audience/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire continued its tradition of cross-cultural cinematic exploration with a special Russian showcase that took place on October 14th at the Russian Spiritual and Cultural Orthodox Center in Paris. The event featured five remarkable short films that pushed the boundaries between reality and imagination, drawing enthusiastic crowds to the
- [Call for Entries: Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire 2026](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/call-for-entries-festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-2026/) - Call for entries fantasy international short films The Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire is now accepting submissions for its 2026 edition. Filmmakers from around the world are invited to share their creative visions in this unique celebration of the fantastical and imaginative. Short Films Submission Information All submissions are being accepted through FilmFreeway. Visit
- [Zhanna Bekmambetova: Award-Winning Russian Animator Behind "Tweet Tweet" and "Son"](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/zhanna-bekmambetova-award-winning-russian-animator-behind-tweet-tweet-and-son/) - Zhanna Bekmambetova is one of contemporary Russian animation's most compelling voices. Born in Tashkent and raised in Moscow, this VGIK graduate creates films that speak a universal language, one that transcends borders, cultures, and even words. From VGIK Moscow to International Recognition Bekmambetova graduated from the prestigious Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) with a degree
- [Svetlana Trébulle and "La Louve": A Franco-Russian Filmmaker Bridging Dreams & Reality Through Magical Cinema](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/svetlana-trebulle-and-la-louve-a-franco-russian-filmmaker-bridging-dreams-reality-through-magical-cinema/) - A Franco-Russian Filmmaker Bridging Two Worlds Svetlana Trébulle is a Franco-Russian filmmaker who grew up immersed in tales and legends. These stories have profoundly shaped her imagination and given her a taste for poetic and mysterious universes, where the fantastical and the real intertwine, where dream and reality blur together.Her work reflects this dual cultural
- [Short Film Evening: A Journey Through Russian Cinema](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/short-film-evening-a-journey-through-russian-cinema/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux Special - Russian Short Films Showcase Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating Russian cinema with a curated selection of 4 award-winning short films from the Festival du film Merveilleux & Imaginaire and La louve. This special screening offers a captivating journey through animation and fiction, exploring themes of hope, fear,
- [15th Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire Brings Special Programming to Pondicherry](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/15th-festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-brings-special-programming-to-pondicherry/) - September 18-20, 2025 at Alliance Française Pondicherry The 15th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire is set to enchant audiences in Pondicherry this September, presenting a carefully curated selection of imaginative short films from around the world. In partnership with Alliance Française Pondicherry, this special screening event celebrates the power of creativity
- [The Festival Unveils Its Winners: An Edition Rich in Emotions and Discoveries](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/the-festival-unveils-its-winners-an-edition-rich-in-emotions-and-discoveries/) - The jury, chaired by Florent Lamy (Founder & CEO of Elevate Management) and composed of Christine Mazereau (Director of RECA), Joan Bohan (Former Walt Disney Company), Christophe Fustini (screenwriter), Fabien Houssaye (actor) and Namory Bakayoko (actor, junior jury), has awarded the following prizes: Award Winners / Palmarès Best Film / Meilleur Film: The Companions directed
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux Releases Official Trailer](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-releases-official-trailer/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux has unveiled its highly anticipated official trailer, showcasing a stunning collection of 28 international short films from 15 countries around the world. The festival presents three captivating sessions exploring themes of distorted realities, shattered dreams, and profound transformations. Over the course of just over five hours, audiences will journey through
- [BOOK YOUR TICKETS FOR THE 15TH EDITION OF THE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/book-your-tickets-for-the-15th-edition-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - A cinematic journey into the heart of imagination - September 18-20, 2025 Paris - Christine Cinéma Club Prepare to dive into a universe where reality blends with the extraordinary! The 15th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux invites you to discover 29 exceptional international short films, divided into three captivating thematic sessions. 🎬 A
- [Christine Mazereau Joins the Jury of the Festival du Film Merveilleux 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/christine-mazereau-joins-the-jury-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux is honored to welcome Christine Mazereau as a member of the jury for its 15th edition, taking place in Paris from September 18 to 20, 2025. With over three decades of experience at the crossroads of broadcasting, cultural policy, and higher education, Mazereau brings invaluable expertise to this year’s selection.
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2025 Appoints Florent Lamy as President](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025-appoints-florent-lamy-as-president/) - A Visionary Leader Bridging American and European Cinema The 15th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux has announced the appointment of Florent Lamy as its 2025 President, bringing a unique blend of transatlantic expertise and innovative vision to Paris's premier celebration of magical cinema. As the Founder & CEO of Elevate Management, Lamy represents
- [Sneak Peek: The Journey of Wonder Behind Festival du Film Merveilleux 15th Edition](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/sneak-peek-the-journey-of-wonder-behind-festival-du-film-merveilleux-15th-edition/) - An exclusive look at how our three-session programming creates an unforgettable cinematic odyssey through the depths of human experience After fifteen years of celebrating the extraordinary in cinema, Festival du Film Merveilleux returns with its most ambitious programming yet. This year's carefully curated selection of 28 short films from around the globe doesn't just showcase
- [Special Screening at Alliance Française Astana: Two Animated Gems by Zhanna Bekmambetova](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/special-screening-at-alliance-francaise-astana-two-animated-gems-by-zhanna-bekmambetova/) - We are thrilled to announce a special screening at Alliance Française Astana featuring two exceptional animated films by director Zhanna Bekmambetova, presented as part of our "Movies Around the World" program on July 30th. Thanks to our partners Alliance Française In Astana and Festagent, who made this screening possible on short notice, audiences in Astana
- [Poster Festival du Film Merveilleux 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/poster-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025/) - The 15th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux has revealed its stunning new poster, a collaborative masterpiece that perfectly captures the essence of this celebrated genre cinema event. The visual identity emerges from the creative partnership between graphic designer Jessica Bianconi and artist-photographer Mo Eid, who have crafted an image that speaks to the
- [✨ New Award Alert: The SDG Impact Award Celebrates Fantasy as a Force for Change!](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/✨-new-award-alert-the-sdg-impact-award-celebrates-fantasy-as-a-force-for-change/) - PARIS, FRANCE – [2025, July 1st ] – The Festival du Film Merveilleux, staying true to its mission of blending cinematic magic with positive impact, proudly announces a powerful new addition to its awards lineup: the SDG Impact Award. This groundbreaking award reinforces our commitment to honoring films that harness fantasy, sci-fi, and animation to inspire action
- [Discover the Magic: 14th Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/discover-the-magic-14th-festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-de-paris-complete-programming-guide/) - Discover the Magic: 14th Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris – Complete Programming Guide Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of fantasy, wonder, and imagination! The 14th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris is just around the corner, and we are thrilled to unveil the complete
- [Cannes Film Festival 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cannes-film-festival-2025/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux at Cannes Film Festival 2025 Meet us at the Palais des Festivals - May 13-21, 2025 The Festival du Film Merveilleux team will be at Cannes Film Festival this May to expand our network and forge new partnerships. Founded by Benedicte Beaugeois and Maureen Gerby, our Paris-based festival celebrates magical and
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux Celebrates Artistic Brilliance: An In-Depth Look at the 2023 Winners](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-celebrates-artistic-brilliance-an-in-depth-look-at-the-2023-winners/) - In 2023, the 13th Festival du Film Merveilleux is graced with the esteemed Jean-François Camilleri as the President of the Jury. With a rich background in the movie industry, including a long stint at The Walt Disney Company, and currently serving as the President of Echo Studio and founder and associate of Pathé-Africa, Camilleri brings
- [Magic Takes the Spotlight at Film Festival's Closing Night](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/magic-takes-the-spotlight-at-film-festivals-closing-night/) - The 13th annual Festival du Film Merveilleux concludes tonight with an awards ceremony recognizing the most imaginative and enchanting films of the festival. Leading the esteemed jury is longtime industry veteran Jean François Camilleri. Camilleri's extensive career includes leadership roles at Walt Disney Company and other major studios. Joining him on the jury are actor
- [Experience More Fantastic Cinema at Screening 2 of the 13th Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/experience-more-fantastic-cinema-at-screening-2-of-the-13th-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Prepare to be amazed and delighted once again at the 13th annual Festival du Film Merveilleux, happening September 20th-22nd, 2023 in Paris. Screening 2 on Thursday, September 21st at 8pm will showcase a diverse lineup of imaginative short films from around the world that are sure to spark wonder and conversation. The screening will take
- [Imagination Takes Flight at Opening Day of Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/imagination-takes-flight-at-opening-day-of-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - The 13th annual Festival du Film Merveilleux showcased the transportive power of cinema during its opening day on Wednesday, September 20th. Taking place at the Christine Cinéma Club in Paris from September 20-22, the festival's first selections swept audiences away to fantastical realms filled with love, curiosity, and wonder. Tickets can be purchased at the
- [Magdalena Korpas, Jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/magdalena-korpas-jury-of-the-13th-edition-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Magdalena Korpas, jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux.
- [Guillaume Levil, Jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/guillaume-levil-jury-of-the-13th-edition-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Meet Guillaume Levil, come and meet one of the jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux. Guillaume Levil grew up between Digne-les-Bains and La Réunion. These are his two cultures and what has enabled him to write and direct documentary and fiction films that have travelled all over France and abroad.
- [Tommy Mitram, Master of ceremony of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/tommy-mitram-master-of-ceremony-of-the-13th-edition-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Meet Tommy Mitram, the master of ceremony who will accompany you throughout our festival. Tommy is a regular at the festival, and has been coming to help us for the past few years. He began his journey with us as a volunteer. Curious, he was attracted by the originality and themes of the films we
- [Xavier Laurent, Jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/xavier-laurent-jury-of-the-13th-edition-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Meet Xavier Laurent, one of the jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux. Xavier is a French actor who has enjoyed an international career for the last ten years.
- [Announcing the 2023 Jury for the Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/announcing-the-2023-jury-for-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - In 2023, Jean-François Camilleri will serve as President of the Jury for the 13th Festival du Film Merveilleux. Currently President of Echo Studio and founder of Pathé-Africa, Camilleri brings decades of experience in the movie industry, much of it with The Walt Disney Company. We are honored to have him leading the jury this year.
- [Jean-François Camilleri, President of the Jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jean-francois-camilleri-president-of-the-jury-of-the-13th-edition-of-the-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Meet Jean-François Camilleri, President of the jury of the 13th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux. Jean-Francois Camilleri is a well-known name in Cinema.
- [The Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire is back !](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/the-festival-du-film-merveilleux-et-imaginaire-is-back/) - The Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire is back ! 13th Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris 20 – 22 September 2023 Christine Cinema Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS
- [Green Filmmaking Guide](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/green-filmmaking-guide/) - Green Filmmaking Guide ressources Green Filmmaking Guide is a resource for filmmakers who want to make their movie production more environmentally friendly. Pre-Production: Consider the impact of the story or choose a theme that promotes environmental awarenessResearch eco-friendly locations for filmingUse digital storyboards and pre-visualization to minimize waste Production: Reduce energy consumption on set by
- [A look at Festival du Film Merveilleux 2022 -Photos](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/a-look-at-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2022-photos/) - A look at Festival du Film Merveilleux 2022 Photos
- [UNAFF CALL FOR ENTRIES](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/unaff-call-for-entries/) - UNAFF CALL FOR ENTRIES. SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN for the 26th UNAFF, which will run from October 19-29, 2023 in Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, San Francisco and Stanford University.
- [Kids Screening at L'Alliance Française de Perth](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kids-screening-at-lalliance-francaise-de-perth/) - Good news, the kid screening of the festival starts again ! 2022, The Festival Du Film Merveilleux reinforces its partnership with the Alliances Françaises and resumes its world tour starting with the Alliance Française of Perth in Australia. The Festival will land in Perth October 5th, 2022 to offer to the children two reruns of
- [Mi Kwan Lock, Jury of the 12th edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/mi-kwan-lock-jury-of-the-12th-edition-of-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Mi Kwan Lock, Jury of the 12th edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux
- [Alix Bénézech, Jury of the 12th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/alix-benezech-jury-of-the-12th-edition-of-the-festival/) - Alix Bénézech, Jury of the 12th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris
- [Palmares of the 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-of-the-12th-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Palmares of the 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux The jury and the president of the 2022 festival, Jenna Suru, Keith Simanton, Blanca Lista, Kevin McTurk, Alix Bénézech, Nicolas Duval, Mi Kwan Lock, Mirit Mikhail and Tommy Mitram awarded the following prizes Best Movie / Meilleur Film - Parapluies directed by José Prats, Álvaro Roblès Best
- [Meet Blanca Lista Jury of the 12th edition](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/meet-blanca-lista-jury-of-the-12th-edition/) - Blanca Lista, Jury of the 12th edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux
- [Watch the trailer of the 12th festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/watch-the-trailer-of-the-12th-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - Editing Benoit Boyer
- [President of Jury 2022 : Jenna Suru](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/president-of-jury-2022-jenna-suru/) - Actress, festival director, screenwriter and producer. Have we forgotten something? Perhaps we have, knowing Jenna Suru. Before discovering her human qualities, let us make a premise. Commitment and creativity for an artist are the driving force of his or her life. In fact, the most important personalities in the film industry usually offer viewers not
- [Watch festival favorite : The red Thunder directd by Alvaro Ron](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/watch-festival-favorite-the-red-thunder-directd-by-alvaro-ron/) - THE RED THUNDER directed by ALVARO RON In a city that has lost all hope... comes an unlikely hero.
- [Watch festival favorite : Plurality directed by Dennis Liu](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/watch-staff-pick-up-plurality-directed-by-dennis-liu/) - Plurality Directed by: Dennis Liu Written by: Ryan Condal Produced by: Jonathan Hsu, Dennis Liu Cinematography by: Jon Chen Music by: Pakk Hui Starring: Jeff Nissani, Samantha Strelitz, John Di Domenico
- [Watch Festival favorite Lila Directed by Carlos Lascano](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/watch-festival-favorite-lila-directed-by-carlos-lascano/) - Lila is the character of a short film that somehow completes a sort of aesthetic trilogy Carlos Lascano has started in 2008 with "A short love story in Stop Motion" and then followed in 2011 with "A shadow of blue" He has the pleasure to have the talented Sandy Lavallart composing this beautiful music sandylavallart.com
- [The Official Poster of the 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/the-official-poster-of-the-12th-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - The Official Poster of the 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux. From eptember 21 to 23 the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire will hold its12th Edition.
- [Watch festival favorite, Zero directed By david Victori.](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/watch-staff-favorite-zero-directed-by-david-victori-produced-by-ridley-scott-michel-fassbender/) - Zero de David VictoriTiming : 29 minutesProduction : Ridley Scott & Michael FassbenderCountry of production : USAs, Mexico, Spain, UKSynopsis : Father and son are emotionally and physically separated the day that the Earth loses its gravity intermittently.The child wanders the city obsessed in his search for a response to his mother’s recent death, while

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- [Festival du Film Merveilleux et imaginaire](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux is an international Film Festival founded in 2010 by Benedicte Beaugeois and her childhood friend Maureen Gerby.
- [ABOUT THE KALEIDOSCOPE](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/about-the-kaleidoscope/) - About the kaleidoscope The adventure of the Nonprofit Festival du Film Merveilleux started in 2007 and its first edition was held in 2010. Since the beginning, the Festival team has organize special events with schools and educational institutions. Half-days are dedicated to the program "Le Kaléidoscope", aimed at schoolchildren and teenagers, with the objective of
- [Our Story](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/about-festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire/) - About the Festival du Film Merveilleux Founded By Benedicte Beaugeois and Maureen gerby. It's an international film festival held in Paris, focusing on themes of magic and fantasy.
- [Sustainable Development Goals](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/sustainable-development-goals/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux & Sustainable Development Goals Where Magic Meets Purpose Since 2010, we have harnessed the power of wonder to advance cultural sustainability and global cooperation. Our initiatives align with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the UNESCO 2005 Convention. For us, the SDGs are an inspiring lens to understand the
- [Partners](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/partners/) - The choice of our partners is part of a desire to work together to offer quality events to our audiences. It is inspired and guided by them that we can share and offer a little magic to the little one and grown-ups through educational and entertaining events. Thank you again for your support!
- [TEAM](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/team/) - Benedicte Beaugeois - Director Bénédicte is the Founder and Director of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. With 15+ years in international affairs, education, and technology governance, she leads public affairs and digital transformation initiatives at EMCC (3,000+ members in France, 13,000+ globally), directed global technology strategy at the American Women's Club of London, and
- [CANNES DIGITAL](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cannes-digital-2/) - Cannes Digital is a digital series of events taking place during Cannes Film Festival In France.
- [Soirée du court-métrages Espagnol !](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/soiree-du-court-metrages-espagnol/) - Nous sommes ravis de vous dévoiler le programme complet de notre événement exceptionnel sur une seule soirée, présenté en collaboration avec l'Instituto Cervantes de Paris. Le mercredi 17 juin, rejoignez-nous pour une soirée de court-métrages espagnols extraordinaires — cinq œuvres soigneusement sélectionnées qui mêlent l'étrange, la tendresse et le fantastique. Le Lieu Instituto Cervantes de
- [Vision and Mission Statement](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/vision-and-mission-statement/) - Our vision and mission is to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of filmmakers.
- [Movies Around The World](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/movies-around-the-world/) - The festiva's mission is to strengthen international cultural cooperation. We have been lucky enough to be able to show our films in Lebanon, the USA and Australia. We are continuing our commitment to friendship with new partners worldwide and hope to create new international friendship programmes. We have cooperare with several Alliance Francaise & Institut
- [Short Films Evening Merveilleux & Imaginaire](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/short-films-evening-merveilleux-imaginaire/) - Russia Focus: 5 Award-Winning Short Films Since 2010, we've woven together stories from 36 countries across five continents: from the mythic landscapes of Morocco to the futuristic visions of South Korea; from the lyrical tales of Senegal to the magical realism of Argentina. Each film is a bridge between cultures, a testament to fantasy's power
- [Jury 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2023/) - The following jury members will awarded the prizes of the 13th edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Click on each image for the bios and news of each jury.
- [Jury Biography - Victoria Zadorska](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-victoria-zadorska/) - Come and meet Victoria Zadorska, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. An independent Ukranian writer, director and filmmaker.
- [Past events](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/past-events/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire Programmation Festival du film Merveilleux 2025 Palmares Programmation Alliance Française Pondichéry 2025 Photos 2025 Jury 2025 Programmation Alliance Française Astana 2025 Programmation Centre culturel Russe Programmation & palmares 24 jury 2024 photos 24 Festival Du Film Merveilleux 2023 Jury 2023 Palmares 2023 Educational Workshop for Families - Kaleidoscope 2023
- [Photos Festival du film Merveilleux 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/photos-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025/) - Photos Festival du Film Merveilleux by Stephane Derny
- [Soirée du Court métrage Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/soiree-du-court-metrage-merveilleux/) - Focus Russie : 5 courts-métrages Depuis 2010, nous tissons des liens entre les histoires de 36 pays à travers cinq continents : des paysages mythiques du Maroc aux visions futuristes de la Corée du Sud ; des contes lyriques du Sénégal au réalisme magique de l'Argentine. Chaque film est un pont entre les cultures, un
- [Awards Festival du film Merveilleux 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/awards-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025/) - Jury Chaired by: Florent Lamy (Founder & CEO of Elevate Management) Jury Members: Christine Mazereau (Director of RECA) Joan Bohan (Former Walt Disney Company) Christophe Fustini (Screenwriter) Fabien Houssaye (Actor) Namory Bakayoko (Actor, Junior Jury) Award Winners / Palmarès Best Film / Meilleur Film The Companions - Directed by José María Flores This Spanish production,
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025/) - The 15th Festival du film merveilleux de Paris takes place in 2025 September 18-20 at the Christine cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS. Every evening ( Opening cocktail night 7.30. Screening every evening at 8PM. ) Films will be screened at Alliance francçaise de Pondichéry ( India ) the public will vote for their
- [Tickets Festival du film Merveilleux & Imaginaire 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/tickets-festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-2025/) - 🇫🇷 Les festival se déroule du 18 au 20 septembre ( projections 20h00 ) au Christine Cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS ACHETEZ VOS TICKETS / BUY YOUR TICKETS Soirée 1 : 18 Septembre Cocktail + Projection Soirée 2 : 19 septembre Projection Soirée 3 : 20 septembre Projection + Cocktail IMPORTANT : Si
- [Screening Alliance Française de Pondichéry](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/screening-alliance-francaise-de-pondichery/) - 15th FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX & IMAGINAIRE September 18-20, 2025 We are delighted to present the 15th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire, a unique cinematic celebration of creativity and imagination through ours programs Movies around the world & Kaleidoscope. This year, we are proud to partner with Alliance Française de Pondichéry
- [Festival du film merveilleux & Imaginaire 2025 Français](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-2025-francais/) - Le festival a lieu au Christine Cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS. Métro Odéon. Ticket 18 septembre Ticket 19 septembre Ticket 20 septembre Programmation complete Jeudi 18 septembre – Cocktail 19H30 – Projection 20H00 Hymne of Plague réalisé par Alexander Epikhov, Dimitri Gorbaty et Philipp IvanovDurée : 22’18Production : Pavel Karykhalin et Dimitri BocharovPays
- [Filmmakers & Films Listing Festival 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/filmmakers-list/) - Selma Alaoui, Bruno Tracq (Samia) See Biographies Sergey Annenkov (The Tooth) See Biography Zhanna Bekmambetova (Son) See Biography Lu Ren (A Drop of a Dew) See Biography Alexander Epikhov, Dimitri Gorbaty, Philipp Ivanov (Hymne of Plague) See Biographies José María Flores (The Companions) See biography Michelle Künzler (Sequoia) See Biography Nicolas Fauconnet (Archive DPT) See
- [Director Biography - Pipou Phuong Nguyen](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-pipou-phuong-nguyen/) - Director Biography - Pipou Phuong Nguyen Pipou Phuong Nguyen is a director and artist based in Paris. She graduated from Gobelins Paris with a master’s degree in animated filmmaking. A young Vietnamese artist passionate about animation, an art form that has all the arts, she weaves eclectic universes and characters into a Pipou-esque storytelling. She
- [Director Biography - Stefano Lorenzi, Clelia Catalano](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-stefano-lorenzi-clelia-catalano/) - Director Biography - Stefano Lorenzi, Clelia Catalano Stefano Lorenzi trained with national and international directors with whom he worked as assistant director and collaborator: Spike Lee, Abel Ferrara, Abbas Kiarostami, Mario Monicelli, Paolo Virzì, Giacomo Campiotti. He debuts in 2002 with Genova senza risposte, a documentary film on the events of the G8 in Genoa in
- [Director Biography - Judith Berlanda-Beauvallet](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-judith-berlanda-beauvallet/) - Director Biography - Judith Berlanda-Beauvallet Judith Berlanda-Beauvallet a commencé ses études avec une Khâgne et les a terminées à l’Ecole de la Cité en section réalisation en 2016. Depuis, elle tourne des courts métrages avec pour objectif de réaliser un jour des films d’épouvante. Elle a lancé en janvier 2020 la chaîne YouTube « Demoiselles d’Horreur
- [Director Biography - Natasha Seroshtan](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-natasha-seroshtan/) - Director Biography - Natasha Seroshtan Natasha and her team created this film as their capstone project at the DigiPen Institute of Technology. Director Statement For this film, we tried to go for a classic Disney feel, channeling the whimsy and warmth of the older films. We wanted to stay with traditional 2-d and our biggest inspiration
- [Director Biography - Blanca López Mayorga](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-blanca-lopez-mayorga/) - Director Biography - Blanca López Mayorga Blanca López Mayorga, born in Albacete, Castilla La Mancha, is an animator and 2D character designer with an unwavering passion for the world of animation. Currently, she is studying the General Animation Course at the prestigious ESDIP Art School, in Madrid. She graduated with distinction in Fine Arts from the
- [Jury 2025 - Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2025-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - The following jury members will awarded the prizes of the 15th edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Click on each image for the bios and news of each jury. Florent Lamy is our Président. he is the Founder & CEO of Elevate Management | Producer | Expert in transatlantic American talent strategy ( Paris
- [Director Biography Dasha Charusha](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-dasha-charusha/) - Dasha Charusha Director biography Born above the Arctic Circle, grew up in southern Russia, left school as top-grade student, a musician with professional training in piano and composition, moved to Moscow in the 2000s, where she graduated from the State Institute of Theatrical Arts as an actress, filmed, since 2010 she has written soundtracks and
- [Director Biography - Brook Vitovsky](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-brook-vitovsky/) - Director Biography - Brook Vitovsky Brook and her team created this film as their capstone project at the DigiPen Institute of Technology Director Statement The inspiration for this film comes from the deeply personal experiences of my great-grandmother, who lived with dementia for the last 15 years of her life. Witnessing her journey growing up, I
- [Director Biography - Nicolas Monfort](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-nicolas-monfort/) - Director Biography - Nicolas Monfort Born in 1981 Nicolas Monfort studied for five years at the university (Namur and Brussels) and has obtained diplomas in literature, cinema, philosophy and cultural management. Meanwhile he dabbled in radio, TV, editing student journals, and theatre direction. After his studies, he worked for the Brussels Short film Festival and other
- [Director Biography - Clément Dezelus](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-clement-dezelus/) - Director Biography - Clément Dezelus La Couleur du Chlore (The Color of Chlorine) is the first fiction film by Clément Dezelus, a young artist, director and art director who went from illustration to moving pictures through fashion films and advertising. Director Statement Clément Dezelus is a Paris-based artist who explores video, illustration, photography and art direction.
- [Director Biography - Ilia Ivanov](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-ilia-ivanov/) - Director Biography - Ilia Ivanov Born in 1980, I graduated from the Russian Cinematography Institute in 2010 and gained experience working on several movie projects as part of the director's crew. In 2018, I launched a YouTube channel dedicated to videomaking. Currently, I am an indie filmmaker exploring the possibilities of Unreal Engine to create innovative
- [Director Biography - Mia StarrFrank](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-mia-starrfrank/) - Director Biography - Mia StarrFrank Mia and her team created this film as their capstone project at the DigiPen Institute of Technology. Director Statement We wanted to create a film that had a vibrant style with intense colors and mood to communicate to audiences the emotions our character was experiencing, and to take them along this
- [Director Biography - Jasmine Stewart](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-jasmine-stewart/) - Director Biography - Jasmine Stewart Jasmine and her team created this film as their capstone project at the DigiPen Institute of Technology
- [Director Biography - Nicolas Fauconnet](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-nicolas-fauconnet/) - Director Biography - Nicolas Fauconnet Nicolas Fauconnet is a self-taught director, editor, and screenwriter in his thirties, passionate about genre cinema. He has worked in video editing for short formats such as advertising and music videos for about a decade. In 2023, he materializes a visceral impulse that has lingered since his early childhood by producing
- [Michelle Künzler - Director 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/michelle-kunzler-director-2025/) - Director Biography - Michelle Künzler Michelle Künzler is a Swiss-Turkish writer, director, production designer, and aspiring editor based in Los Angeles. Originally from a small village near Zurich, she holds a Master’s degree in Filmmaking from New York Film Academy (Los Angeles campus). Michelle has worked on a wide range of projects, from online commercials to
- [Jury Christine Mazereau](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-christine-mazereau/) - Jury 2025 Christine Mazereau A graduate of Paris-Dauphine University in Media Management, Christine Mazereau began her career with various broadcasters (France TV, TF1, Radio France, etc.), mainly as a journalist—a position she would later hold at various professional and consumer print media outlets. In 1995, she joined the CNC, where she managed various funds, notably
- [President 2025 - Florent Lamy](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/president-2025-florent-lamy/) - he is the Founder & CEO of Elevate Management | Producer | Expert in transatlantic American talent strategy ( Paris • London • New York) After starting his career as a press agent for American films distributed in France by MetropoltianFilmexport for 10 years, Florent Lamy founded Elevate Management in 2013/2014 with the clear goal
- [Programme Festival du Film Merveilleux 2025](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/programme-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2025/) - The festival take place at Christine Cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS. Metro Odéon. Thursday 18th September - Cocktail 19H30 - Screening 20H00 Hymne of Plague directed by Alexander Epikhov, Dimitri Gorbaty and Philipp Ivanov Runtime : 22’18 Production : Pavel Karykhalin and Dimitri Bocharov. Country : Germany/Russia Synopsis: In an old Soviet recording studio, a
- [Programs](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/programs/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux's programs; Long Story short, Cannes Digital, Kaleidoscope, The TeaTime, The French American Corner, and Movies Around The World.
- [Director Biography -Zhanna Bekmambetova](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-zhanna-bekmambetova/) - Zhanna Bekmambetova Director 02/18/1987 Biography Zhanna Bekmambetova was born in Tashkent and grew up in Moscow. She graduated from the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) with a degree in animated film production design. Her debut film Tweet-Tweet (2018) received numerous awards at international festivals, including Best Animated Short Film at the Shanghai IFF. Zhanna enjoys
- [Directors Biographies - Bruno Tracq & Selma Alaoui](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-bruno-tracq-selma-alaoui/) - Bruno Tracq lives in Brussels, where he works as a screenwriter and director. After more than 15 years as an editor (for Jaco Van Dormael, Au Service de la France, Augure, etc.), he also works as a playwright, video creator, and screenplay consultant. He teaches at Insas and ESAV. He has directed several music videos
- [Director Biography - José Maria](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-jose-maria/) - José María thrives alongside renowned figures in the film and creative industry. His work, «La Fièvre,» gathers numerous national and international accolades, earning him a spot among Forbes’ 2022 list of the 50 most talented Spaniards globally, alongside luminaries like Almodóvar and Trueba. His direction captivates not just for the narrative but for its ability
- [Director Biography - Sergei Annenkov](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-sergei-annenkov/) - Born and raised in Moscow. Graduated from the Moscow Art Theater School in 2018. Worked as a voice actor for six years, dubbing Netflix series, movies, and video games. Has over 160 dubbing credits to his name and is the voice of several advertising brands. Teacher of stage speech at the Moscow Art Theater School-Studio.
- [Directors Biographies - Maite Uzal & Ruben Pascual Tardio](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-maite-uzal-ruben-pascual-tardio/) - Rubén Pascual Tardío (Madrid, Spain, 05/27/1994) He is a film and TV scriptwriter, director and editor. He studies Direction, Film, Edition and Postproduction for Film and TV at the Film Institute of Madrid and works as an AD and production manager in short films, TV series and commercials. He has also been hired as a
- [Director Biography - Ren Lu](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-ren-lu/) - Ren Lu, born in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province, China in 1997. She gained bachelor and master’s degree at the School of Environment, Tsinghua University. About to study experimental animation at California Institute of the Arts. Her works focus on delicate emotional expression. Movies in competition 2025 - A drop of dew A drop of dew fell
- [Directors - Alexander Epikhov, Dimitri Gorbaty and Philipp Ivanov](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-alexander-epikhov-dimitri-gorbaty-and-philipp-ivanov/) - Alexander Epikhov Director 07/21/1991 Biography Alexander Epikhov (b.1991) creates films together with Dmitri Gorbaty and Philipp Ivanov under the name «Ataka51». Formerly from Moscow and now based in Paris. He works as writer, director and producer, working with different mediums – internet videos, mixed-media, short films, live staged performances. Dimitri Gorbaty Director 02/25/1990 Biography Dimitri
- [Jury - Fabien Houssaye](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-fabien-houssaye/) - Fabien Houssaye is a French comedian with an eclectic career. Recognized for his impressive stature and an aptitude for playing physical roles (sci-fi creatures, monsters), he collaborates with different directors to embody their creatures. We find him in "Metal Hurlant Chronicles" and "The Cell" by Guillaume Lubrano, "Dark Stories" by François Descraques, "La nuit à
- [Jury - Christophe Fustini](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-christophe-fustini/) - After 7 years as technician on film sets, Christophe Fustini directed the short film Tutto o niente in 2007. Two-time winner of the Beaumarchais Foundation for Euro-Krona & Dromomania, he has since co-written several animated short films (Frog's song, The benefactors & Aube) and fiction (O Mà! & Duplicata). He is also a reader for
- [Jury Joan Bohan](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-joan-bohan/) - A former Finance Executive at Disney, Joan threw herself into Dyslexia when her son was diagnosed more than 10 years ago. So inspired by what she learned and the intersection with business Joan launched DYSNIE a Disney social Intrapreneur venture around Designing from Dyslexia which led to dyslexia inclusive products, content, and engagement. She ultimately
- [Programmation Festival du Film Merveilleux 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/programmation-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2024/) - 14th Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris 18 – 20 September 2024 Christine Cinema Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS Admission price: €6.00 – Cards accepted: UGC unlimited This year, the Festival du Film Merveilleux 2024‘s jury is composed of: Helen Alexis Yonov ( Producer, Filmmaker, writer), Ayekoro Kossou (filmmaker and producer), as well as Pierre Dumas (Composer), Diana
- [Jury 2024 - Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2024-festival-du-film-merveilleux/) - The following jury members will awarded the prizes of the 14th edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Click on each image for the bios and news of each jury. In 2024, Helen Alexis Yonov will be the President of the Jury of the 14th Festival du Film Merveilleux. she is An American and Latvian writer,
- [Ayekoro Kossou - Jury 2024 Biography - Ayekoro Kossou](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/ayekoro-kossou-jury-2024-biography-ayekoro-kossou/) - Meet Ayekoro Kossou - Jury 2024 Ayekoro Kossou, born in 1972 in Benin, left his homeland at the age of three to settle with his family in Senegal. In 1987, he moved to France, where he completed his studies and began to build his career. Holder of a master’s degree in electronics and computer science
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux Français](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-francais/) - 14ème Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire de Paris Du 18 – 20 Septembre 2024 Christine Cinema Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS Prix: €6.00 – Cartes acceptées: UGC unlimité et Cette année, le jury du Festival du Film Merveilleux 2024 est composé de : Helen Alexis Yonov ( scénariste, réalisatrice) Ayekoro Kossou (réalisateur et producteur),
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2024/) - 14th Festival du Film Merveilleux & Ilmaginaire de Paris 18-20 september 2024 Cinema le Christine 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS PROGRAMME 2024 JURY 2024 Programmation day by day Festival Du Film Merveilleux Ticket Films Day 1 ticket Films Day 2 Tickets Films Day 3
- [Helen Alexis Yonov - Jury President 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/helen-alexis-yonov-jury-president-2024/) - Meet Helen Alexis Yonov Helen Alexis Yonov is a Latvian-American writer-director-producer who was a 2017 jury member at the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire and later screened her romantic short film “The Gesture and The Word” at the festival in 2022. She is U.K.-based and works under RWI FILMS with actress-producer Rachel Warren. Her
- [Diana Barrows - Jury Biography 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/diana-barrows-jury-biography-2024/) - Meet Diana Barrows Polyglot, ethnic-chimera Diana Barrows is an enfant terrible of the New York showbiz scene. Hardly out of her cradle, she took her first piano, singing and dancing lessons, learning the art of seduction shooting diaper and cornflakes commercials. Still a child, she steps on stage appearing in roles à la Shirley Temple,
- [Pierre Dumas - Jury Biography 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/pierre-dumas-jury-biography-2024/) - Meet Pierre Dumas Born in Normandy on 22 August 1966, Pierre Dumas is a self-taught composer who discovered the world of music at an early age thanks to his pianist mother. At the age of 11 he was already singing in a choir,From the age of 17 he took up the guitar.From the 1980s onwards,
- [Demba Coulibaly - Jury Jeune Biography 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/demba-coulibaly-jury-jeune-biography-2024/) - Meet Demba Coulibaly Demba Coulibaly discovered cinema in 2019 when Jeff Taver, a director, invited him and two friends to make a short film. Through this experience, he learned about the entire filmmaking process, from writing to post-production. He then explored the world of fashion and fashion shows and took on small roles in short
- [Elia Merlot - Jury Biography 2024](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/elia-merlot-jury-biography-2024/) - Meet Elia Merlot Elia MERLOT obtained her baccalaureate specialized in cinema and then a degree in International Law. At the same time, she studied as an actress at the Centre national Dramatique du Val de Marne.In 2023, she was selected to join the Director Residence of the association 1000Visages with which she directed her social
- [Richard Des Lys - Jury 2024 biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/richard-des-lys-jury-2024-biography/) - Meet Richard Des Lys A multidisciplinary artist, Richard Des Lys has acted in a variety of short and feature films, television, plays and music videos. A student at the Cours d'Art Dramatique Périmony in Paris, he has also been a dancer and singer, as well as a fashion and photo model. As a voice-over artist,
- [Qais Sarhan - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/qais-sarhan-director-biography/) - Meet Qais Sharhan Qais is an independent queer director, animator and illustrator. Born and raised in the Middle East, he is now based in Bristol, UK. He has a passion for creating playful characters and joyful worlds. FILM IN COMPETITION FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2024: ALWAN Year: 2024 Runtime:2'50 Country: United Kingdom Synopsis: Meet Alwan,
- [MEI-JYUN CHEN - director biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/mei-jyun-chen-director-biography/) - Meet MEI-JYUN CHEN We have observed that in modern society, not only family members often lack communication, but parents also neglect education due to their busy schedules. Children may lack companionship and care, which can lead to extreme behavior and psychological distortions due to various factors. Therefore, we drew inspiration from sibling relationships and conflicts
- [Martin Gouzou - Director Biograpgy](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/martin-gouzou-director-biograpgy/) - Meet Martin Gouzou "Coléoptère" inspired by The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, and is Martin GOUZOU’s first professional short film. At the same time, he works at STUDIOCANAL, the subsidiary of CANAL+ dedicated to the production, acquisition, distribution, and international sales of French and European long feature films. News & Reviews "22nd Unifrance Short Film Awards"The
- [Maja Costa - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/maja-costa-director-biography/) - Meet Maja Costa Maja Costa is as a freelance, multilingual screenwriter/director based in Berlin, Germany. After studying Cello at the Milan Conservatory and getting a master’s degree in Ancient Near Eastern Studies and Egyptology, she studied Screenwriting at the dffb in Berlin and is, as a scholarship holder from SKY Italia, an alumna of the
- [Geneviève Anhoury - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/genevieve-anhoury-director-biography/) - Meet Geneviève Anhoury Geneviève Anhoury est une autrice réalisatrice française d’origine libanaise dont le travail est inspiré par les découvertes des scientifiques qui enrichissent notre rapport au monde. Au croisement de l’art et de la science, ses films, bien que très documentés, opèrent toujours un pas de côté, un parti pris esthétique qui emmène le
- [Lévy Claude -  Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/levy-claude-director-biography/) - Levy Claude, a photographer, then trains to do video editing. He starts with making films for individuals (weddings, babyshower, baptism, actors showreel) and quickly is entrusted with more professional projects like cultural events (Film festivals) and sports events (including the football team "La Camilliène" and the website "Mate Mon jeu"), music videos (for artists such
- [Jorge Turell - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jorge-turell-director-biography/) - Meet Jorge Turell Film director and stop motion animator born in Madrid. Since he was little he started animating with plasticine and he always liked Tim Burton films. He went to London to study Film at LCC, where he participated in several live action short films. He then returned to Madrid to study 2D animation
- [Francesca Marinelli - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/francesca-marinelli-director-biography/) - Meet Francesca Marinelli FRANCESCA MARINELLI has a diploma in 2D animation at the Experimental Film Center in Turin. In 2013, she completed her third year of studies with the short film “Mamma Mia”, selected in several national and international festivals. Resident in France, she continues personal projects such as the short film “Bug” (2016), and
- [Gordon Howie - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/gordon-howie-director-biography/) - Meet Gordon Howie Gordon Howie is an independent queer animator and director based in Scotland. His work blends colourful characters, cinematic storytelling and whimsical charm - with a splash of visual effects. FILM IN COMPETITION FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2024 : BROOMSTICK ON BROADWAY Year: 2024 Runtime: 10′ Country: United Kingdom Synopsis: Fellinda Cauldron is
- [Fabrizio Gammardella - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/fabrizio-gammardella-director-biography/) - Meet Fabrizio Gammardella Born in Italy in 1985, Fabrizio is a multi-award-winning Editor and Animation Director. Over the past years he produced and directed several animated films which got selected in a number of International Film Festivals all around the world - including BAFTA and Canadian Screen Award events. He moved to London in 2015,
- [Daria SKRIPKA, Poornima SUBRAMANIAM, Mrunal KHAIRNAR, Lwazi MSIPHA, Hassan YOLA - Directors Biographies](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/daria-skripka-poornima-subramaniam-mrunal-khairnar-lwazi-msipha-hassan-yola-directors-biographies/) - Meet Daria SKRIPKA, Poornima SUBRAMANIAM, Mrunal KHAIRNAR, Lwazi MSIPHA, Hassan YOLA Although our film is based on the Russo-Ukrainian War, a subject that one of directors, Daria, is close to, what brought this group together was to make a film with a strong opinion. A film we wouldn’t have dared to make on our own.
- [Dan Abramovici - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/dan-abramovici-director-biography/) - Meet Dan Abramovici Filmmaker at www.danabramovici.com Dan Abramovici is an actor/filmmaker immigrant to Canada. This background has shaped in him an interest in stories that question identity, and explore a life on the spectrum. Dan wrote and starred in his first feature film, Ben's At Home. After securing distribution with PNP, the feature had a
- [Cheyenne Canaud-Wallays - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cheyenne-canaud-wallays-director-biography/) - Meet Cheyenne Canaud-Wallays Born in 1993, in France After she learned 2D/3D drawing and graduated at Emile Cohl art school, Cheyenne Canaud-Wallays directed “Whisper’s Sound” (2017), successful in various festivals and screened during Venice’s contemporary art Biennale, at the exhibition “Vita Tua Vita Mea”. She then continued her animation studies at La Poudrière. Her graduation
- [Cedric Prevost - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cedric-prevost-director-biography/) - Meet Cédric Prévost Cédric Prévost directed 8 short films before the latest one Monochrome. He also wrote 2 novels : “Trompe l’amour” (Editions Actes Sud – 2004, also published in Germany, South-Korea, Italy and Russia) & “Sain et sauf” (Editions Valat – 2000, Editions Babel – 2004). Since 2000, he is professor of drama at
- [Aurielle Jioya - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/aurielle-jioya-director-biography/) - Meet Aurielle Jioya Aurielle Jioya is an actress and director who holds a Bachelor's degree in Fine Art from the Mel Hoppenheim school of cinema at Concordia Univesrity in Montreal.She has been passionate about cinema from an early age. She has held the position of head programmer at the Vue d'Afrique African and Pan-African Film
- [Anna-Ester Volozh - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/anna-ester-volozh-director-biography/) - Meet Anna-Ester Volozh Anna-Ester Volozh graduated from Arts University Bournemouth, UK, with a Master's degree in Art in 2013. Since then they have been working as producer and director both as a freelancer and at their animation studio.Anna-Ester's focus is on artistic independent animation with emphasis on marginalised perspectives. Anna-Ester is queer and non-binary. Director
- [Adrien DANG, Loan ESTEVEZ, Mathieu GIAZZI, Angèle LEGRAS, Julien MOTTEAU - Directors Biographies](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/adrien-dang-loan-estevez-mathieu-giazzi-angele-legras-julien-motteau-directors-biographies/) - Meet Adrien DANG, Loan ESTEVEZ, Mathieu GIAZZI, Angèle LEGRAS, Julien MOTTEAU FILM IN COMPETITION FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2024 : The alchimist Year:2023 Runtime: 6'57 Production:Gobelins, l'école de l'image. Country: France Synopsis:As part of his final year internship, Thibaut follows his master in his quest for the Philosopher’s Stone. Introverted and clumsy, he is quickly
- [Thomas Wiegand-Raymond, Ellie-Joy Richard, Mae Beaumale, Tom Berry, Virginie Platteborze, Elise Lepercque, Emma Carmona- Directors biographies](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/thomas-wiegand-raymond-ellie-joy-richard-mae-beaumale-tom-berry-virginie-platteborze-elise-lepercque-emma-carmona-directors-biographies/) - Meet Thomas Wiegand-Raymond, Ellie-Joy Richard, Mae Beaumale, Tom Berry, Virginie Platteborze, Elise Lepercque, Emma Carmona Biographies / Biographies Thomas Wiegand-Raymond Born in 1999, in France. Interested in art and creation since childhood, Thomas moved towards animated cinema somewhat by chance. He entered the Georges Melies School and studied there for 5 years. Ellie-Joy Richard Born
- [Stephane Berla - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/stephane-berla-director-biography/) - Meet Stephane Berla Born in 1975 in Lyon (France) Stephane Berla has developed very early a sense of graphic experimentation by mixing animation with live action, which allowed him to make his first films independently. After studying cinema at ESRA, Stephane began his career as a graphic designer and artistic director while continuing to make his
- [Stephane Martinet - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/stephane-martinet-director-biography/) - Meet Stephane Martinet FILM IN COMPETITION FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2024 : PAGE BLANCHE Year: 2024 Runtime:14' Production: Country:France Synopsis: Jean, aged 70, is given a book by an antique dealer, the pages of which are completely blank. He returns home to find that the book's last page has been printed, recounting the last moments
- [Sébastien Roignant - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/sebastien-roignant-director-biography/) - Meet Sébastien Roignant Sébastien Roignant has always had a passion for cinema. After studying digital special effects at film school, he devoted himself to photography and his Youtube channel "F/1.4", and has now decided to move into directing. FILM IN COMPETITION FESIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2024 : PUZZLE Year:2024 Runtime:2' Country:France Synopsis: Sarah is a
- [Sarah Carlot Jaber - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/sarah-carlot-jaber-director-biography/) - Meet Sarah Carlot Jaber Writer and director Sarah Carlot Jaber grew up in the Middle East and today works in Brussels. With a diploma in movie direction from the IAD and a specialized master’s degree in gender studies, her interest lies in themes at the intersection of these two disciplines. Her third short film, 'She’s
- [Sacha Picard - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/sacha-picard-director-biography/) - Meet Sacha Picard Graduated with a Master's degree in Cinema from Sorbonne University, he has been creating videos on the Internet for six years, a virtual world where he has built a community of one million people across all platforms. He began seriously directing two years ago, working on music videos as well as various
- [Radheya Jang Jegatheva - Director Biography](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/radheya-jang-jegatheva-director-biography/) - Meet Radheya Jang Jegatheva Radheya Jegatheva is an Oscar-qualified and AACTA-nominated filmmaker from Perth, Western Australia. Born in Malaysia at the turn of the century, Radheya’s films have have garnered 39 Academy Award-qualifying Festival selections. He has spoken to thousands of school students over the years with an aim to encourage young people about being
- [DIRECTOR BIOGRAPHY – VIRGINIE KAHN](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-virginie-kahn/) - MEET VIRGINIE KAHN Virginie Kahn was an artistic director in press and communication agency for 15 years while pursuing a career as a live show photographer. In 2009, she directed Danse danse danse,a first documentary self-produced. Three years later, she directed Le Grand saut, a documentary about childhood, commitment, and passion for dance for the
- [Photo Festival 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/photo-festival-2023/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux 2023 Photo Justine Brousset
- [Palmares Festival Du Film Merveilleux 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-festival-du-film-merveilleux-2023/) - In the 2023 edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux, under the esteemed leadership of Jury President Jean François Camilleri and distinguished jury members Xavier Laurent, Victoria Zadorska, Guillaume Levil, Magdalena Korpas, and Kaze A. Onguene, several films received notable accolades. Gabriel Hénot-Lefèvre's touching animation "Slipping Away (L'air de rien)" won the Best Animated Film.
- [Jury Biography - Kaze A. Onguene](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-kaze-a-onguene/) - Come and meet Kaze A. Onguene, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Festival du film Merveilleux & Imaginaire 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-2023/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire is an international film festival held in Paris, focusing on themes of magic and fantasy. The 13th edition will be held 20–22 September 2023 - Christine Cinema Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS
- [Jury Biography - Magdalena Korpas](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-magdalena-korpas/) - Come and meet Magdalena Korpas, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Magdalena Korpas Magdalena Korpas is a European artist living in Paris. She's also an actress, model, and director, with degrees from Sorbonne Nouvelle (Theater Studies) and Paris Descartes – Paris 8 – in psychology. She
- [Tickets Du Festival du Film Merveilleux 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/tickets-2023/) - La 13e édition du Festival du Film Merveilleux se déroulera du 20 au 22 septembre 2023 au Cinéma le Christine Cinéma Club à Paris. Tarifs Entrée: 6,00€ – Cartes acceptées: UGC illimité - Gaumont et Ciné Pass Mercredi 20 Septembre à 19h30 - Cocktail d'ouverture et projection RESERVER TICKET POUR LA SÉANCE SEANCE 1 Jeudi
- [FRANÇAIS 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/francais-2023/) - 13ème édition du festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire du 20 au 22 septembre 2023 - Christine Cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS
- [Press Area](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/press-area/) - Welcome to the press area for Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire. Press releases are distributed via email, and are also available online. To be added to the press list to receive releases, please email contact@festival-film-merveilleux.com INFORMATION 2023 Communiqué de presse 2023 Jury FRANÇAIS Press release ENGLISH Jury 2023 Synopsis FRANÇAIS 2023 Synopsis ENGLISH 2023
- [President of the Jury Biography - Jean François Camilleri](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/president-of-the-jury-biography-jean-francois-camilleri/) - Come and meet Jean François Camilleri, the President of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Jean-François Camilleri, President of Echo Studio, is a movie industry veteran who spent most of his career at The Walt Disney Company. He started in 1990 at the Buena Vista International office in
- [Director Biography - Sean Buckelew](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-sean-buckelew/) - Come and meet Sean Buckelew, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Sean is an award-winning animator and director based in Los Angeles.
- [Jury 2022 - Festival du Film Merveilleux](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2022-2/) - Jury 2022 - Festival du Film Merveilleux The following jury members will awarded the prizes of the 12th edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux. Click on each image for the bios and news of each jury. In 2022, Jenna Suru will be the President of the Jury of the 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux. Jenna
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire 2022](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2022/) - Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire 2022 will take place at Christine Cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS from 21 to 23 September.
- [Film Director 2023](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/film-director-2023/) - We are pleased to introduce you to all the directors we've selected for the 13th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Click on their portrait to discover them.
- [Director Biography - Laen Sanches](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-laen-sanches/) - Come and meet Laen Sanches, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Laen Sanches is a French filmmaker and multidisciplinary creative based in Amsterdam.
- [Director Biography - Christian Kaufmann](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-christian-kaufmann/) - Come and meet Christian Kaufmann, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Director Biography - Clément Rière](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-clement-riere/) - Come and meet Clément Rière, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Clément Rière is a director, scriptwriter and editor.
- [Director Biography - Jeanne DRESSEN](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-jeanne-dressen/) - Come and meet Jeanne Dressen, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux. Jeanne uses film as a means to grapple with urgent social and political questions
- [Director Biography - Joao Rodrigues](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-joao-rodrigues/) - Come and meet Joao Rodrigues, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux.
- [Director Biography - Milan Enguehard-Souc](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-milan-enguehard-souc/) - Come and meet Milan Enguehard-Souc, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Milan is fascinated by travels, both on our world, and through imagined universes.
- [Director Biography - Zoé Arène](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-zoe-arene/) - Come and meet Zoé Arène, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. The themes that are dear to her are the imaginary and the (dangerous) disenchantment of the world.
- [Director Biography - Nadège Herrygers](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-nadege-herrygers/) - Come and meet Nadège Herrygers, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Nadège graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1997 from the Saint-Luc art school in Brussels, in the “comics” section.
- [Directors Biographies - Taya Ben Jebara, Carl Castan, Orane de Gouttes--Pegot, Camille Depay, Sana Dupont, Alice Bastien](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-taya-ben-jebara-carl-castan-orane-de-gouttes-pegot-camille-depay-sana-dupont-alice-bastien/) - Come and meet Taya Ben Jebara, Carl Castan, Orane de Gouttes--Pegot, Camille Depay, Sana Dupont, Alice Bastien, six of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Director Biography - Kaya Tone](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-kaya-tone/) - Come and meet Kaya Tone, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Kaya Tone Kaya Tone was born and raised in the mountains outside of Boulder, CO. She moved to NYC in 2016 to attend NYU Tisch School of the Arts for her BFA in
- [Directors Biographies - Victor Cesca, Clémence Rocand](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-victor-cesca-clemence-rocand/) - Come and meet Victor Cesca and Clémence Rocand, two of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Director Biography - Fiorella Spitzer](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-fiorella-spitzer/) - Come and meet Fiorella Spitzer, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Fiorella Spitzer is an animation artist and director from Budapest, Hungary.
- [Director Biography - Bruno Simões](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-bruno-simoes/) - Come and meet Bruno Simões, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Bruno Simões is a Barcelona based animator and filmmaker.
- [Director Biography - Sarah Saidan](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-sarah-saidan/) - Come and meet Sarah Saidan, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Director, graphic author, script writer.
- [Director Biography - Juliette Gilot](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-juliette-gilot/) - Come and meet Juliette Gilot, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. For her, if a work of fiction must make you think, it must above all entertain and make you feel
- [Director Biography - Sarah Zammit](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-sarah-zammit/) - Come and meet Sarah Zammit, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Sarah Zammit is a young filmmaker passionate about the arts.
- [Director Biography - Alberto Arellano](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-alberto-arellano/) - Come and meet Alberto Arellano, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Alberto is a director defined by a visually attractive work.
- [Director Biography - Florentina Gonzalez](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-florentina-gonzalez/) - Come and meet Florentina Gonzalez, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Directors Biographies - Mélina Ienco, Lucie Juric, Caroline Leibel, Faustine Merle, Claire Pellet](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-melina-ienco-lucie-juric-caroline-leibel-faustine-merle-claire-pellet/) - Come and meet Mélina Ienco, Lucie Juric, Caroline Leibel, Faustine Merle, Claire Pellet, some of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Directors Biographies - Vincent Albert, Neïl Dieu, Malo Doucet, May Taraud, Marie Toury](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-vincent-albert-neil-dieu-malo-doucet-may-taraud-marie-toury/) - Come and meet Vincent Albert, Neïl Dieu, Malo Doucet, May Taraud, Marie Toury, some of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Director Biography - Gabriel Hénot-Lefèvre](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-gabriel-henot-lefevre/) - Come and meet Gabriel Hénot-Lefèvre, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Director Biography - Augusto Schillaci](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-augusto-schillaci/) - Come and meet Augusto Schillaci, one of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Augusto Schillaci is a director, writer and Senior VFX supervisor.
- [Directors Biographies - Lola Dubettier, Romain Perset](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-lola-dubettier-romain-perset/) - Come and meet Lola Dubettier and Roman Perset, two of the directors selected for the 13th Edition of the Festival du film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Jury Biography - Dennis Liu](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-dennis-liu/) - Come and meet Dennis Liu, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Jury Biography - Guillaume Levil](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-guillaume-levil/) - Come and meet Guillaume Levil, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [Jury Biography - Xavier Laurent](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-xavier-laurent/) - Come and meet Xavier Laurent, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire. Xavier Laurent actor and screenwriter.
- [Jury Biography - Sabrina Aliane](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-sabrina-aliane/) - Come and meet Sabrina Aliane, one of the jury of the 13th Edition of Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire.
- [SDG & IDE Goals Statement](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/sdg-ide-strategies-statement/) - SDG &IDE Goals Statement What are the SDGs? The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 global goals adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The SDGs aim to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. The
- [Directors Biography - Paul Bouchart, Stephanie Hu, Clement Opinel, Juliette Danesi, Camille Fruit](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biography-paul-bouchart-stephanie-hu-clement-opinel-juliette-danesi-camille-fruit/) - MEET Paul Bouchart, Stephanie Hu, Clement Opinel, Juliette Danesi, Camille Fruit Paul BouchartBiography: : Fine Arts preparatory class at ESAM in Caen/Cherbourg, Ecole Georges Melies (2015-2020)Web: instagram.com/paulbouchart Stephanie HuBiography: EAP Prépa Seine Fine Arts preparatory class in Paris,Ecole Georges Melies (2016-2020)Web: erasableportfolio.weebly.com Clement OpinelBiography: Info-Com Licence at Savoie Mont-Blanc University,Ecole Georges Melies (2016-2020)Web: thekuto.weebly.com Juliette DanesiBiography: EAP Prépa Seine Fine Arts preparatory
- [Palm Beach Edition](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palm-beach-edition/) - palm beach edition
- [Cannes Edition 2016](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cannes-edition-2016/) - cannes edition 2016
- [Cannes Edition 2015](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cannes-edition-2015/) - Cannes Edition 2015
- [Cannes Edition 2014](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cannes-edition-2014/) - Cannes Edition 2014
- [Cannes Edition 2013](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cannes-edition-2013/) - Cannes Edition 2013. Since 2013, The Festival du Film Merveilleux has a partnership with La Médiathèque de Cannes de la Ville de Cannes.
- [Cinema Paradiso - Yerres](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cinema-paradiso-yerres/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux has organized a movie evening at cinema Paradiso - Yerres France
- [Digital Landscape in Cannes 2017](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/digital-landscape-in-cannes-2017/) - Cannes digital has been organize this year 2017 with the cooperation work of : Clap and zap, Women in entertainment, Clé production, Maison des scénariste, Festival du Film Merveilleux Big Thank to our 2017 Cannes Digital global partners : Viva technologie, La maison des scénaristes, Clearwater Film Commission Pavilion, Greek pavilion, Bodvar house of rosé,
- [Digital Landscape In Cannes 2016](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/digital-landscape-in-cannes-2016/) - Digital Landscape In Cannes 2016 is part of Cannes Digital a digital series of events taking place during Cannes Film Festival In France. Cannes Digital 2016 organized a panel, workshops, mentoring session for filmmakers and mixers for digital professionals and the entertainment industrie including social media influencers, TV studios, movies producers, music labels, agencies, video
- [Digital Landscape in Cannes 2015 – #DigitalCannes](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/digital-landscape-in-cannes-2015-digitalcannes/) - Digital Landscape in Cannes 2015 – #DigitalCannes Digital Landscape in Cannes 2015 – #DigitalCannes. This year 2015, we have been calling filmmakers, producers, and distributor to Discover how to improve your strategies of digital marketing, film festival placement, sales, and distribution in a dynamic digital landscape. Learn how to effectively integrate and adopt new business
- [Cocktail reception du Merveilleux at Cannes Film Festival](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cocktail-reception-du-merveilleux-at-cannes-film-festival/) - Cocktail reception du Merveilleux at Cannes Film Festival. We have organised cocktail parties during Cannes Film Festival to promote Film Festival.
- [Cookie Policy (EU)](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/cookie-policy-eu/)
- [Mentoring Program](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/mentoring-program/) - Our actions aim to strengthen the freedom and capacity of young women to undertake a professional adventure in the film and creative industry. The mentoring program started informally and spontaneously during our actions at the Cannes Film Festival. We accompanied and challenged the volunteers of the Festival du Film Merveilleux who were invited to participate
- [Albums photos 2022](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/albums-photos-2022/) - Credit Photos : Christophe Lefebvre
- [Movies Around The World - Google Campus Edition](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/movies-around-the-world-google-campus-edition/) - Movies Around the world toke place On January 22, 2016. we hosted an amazing event at Google's Campus London.
- [Kaleidoscope 2010](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2010/) - A projection and readings of tales were proposed to the disabled children and teenagers of the Anne-Marie Raillon center as well as a reading of tale animated by the actress Anne Arovas transformed into princess for the occasion. During the first edition within the framework of the programs for children and in collaboration with the
- [Kaleidoscope 2011](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2011/) - Based in Paris and at the Cartoucherie de Bourg-les-Valence (Rhône-Alpes), TeamTO is an animation studio, producer of innovative TV series and feature films, developing for each project a particular treatment giving it an original and distinct identity. Its team has developed and produced projects with Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Nelvana, Disney, TF1, France Télévisions and Canal+
- [Kaleidoscope 2012](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2012/) - A projection of cartoons from the company Teamto is scheduled for the Bercy elementary school. The children were able to discover, among others, the cartoon Plankton Invasion which received the label 'United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development' awarded by UNESCO. An afternoon of storytelling and projection at the CAT Anne Marie Rallion in
- [Kaleidoscope 2013](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2013/) - Kaleidoscope 2013 A theme: around the oceans was proposed during this edition with the broadcast of three episodes of the series: Lucie, la luciole from our partner C Chromatique production. Also, nature workshops were organized. Founded in 1986, CHROMATIQUES, an audiovisual and cinematographic production company, has developed its activities in documentaries, fiction, animation and live
- [Kaleidoscope 2014](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2014/) - Water was again in the spotlight during this edition with the intervention of the Surfrider Foundation after the screening of their film "From the Mountains to the Ocean" which is an educational film on the water cycle. With this film, Surfrider invites to follow the journey of a drop of water to better understand our
- [Kaleidoscope 2015](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2015/) - The feature film Happy Feet by Georges Miller was screened as well as episodes of the educational animated series Kiwi by Isabelle Duval produced by Double Mètre Production. Educational workshops on cognitive sciences and neurosciences were offered at the end of the screenings.
- [Kaleidoscope 2016](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2016/) - Kaleidoscope 2016 Edition Classes of CM1 and CM2 enjoyed the screening of Lydia Tassier's documentary film, "Sur la Terre des Gorilles". This documentary, produced by Owendo prod, takes the viewer on a journey to the heart of the Gabonese forest. On Friday, July 1st, the smallest classes of these schools will be able to attend
- [Kaleidoscope 2017](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2017/) - Kaleidoscope 2017 Edition The kids of the schools attended a projection of short animated films of 45 minutes, during the first morning of the Festival on the theme of the sensitization to the richness and beauties of the planet. After the screening, a meeting with the company La Grange aux Monstres, an animation film production
- [Kaleidoscope 2018](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2018/) - Schools are invited on Thursday, June 28 for a screening of approximately 50 minutes. The theme of the short films is nature and the actions that can be taken for sustainable development and nature. The screenings will be followed by a meeting with participants in the program "Young reporters for the environment" of the association
- [Kaleidoscope 2019](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2019/) - Kaleidoscope 2019 Edition
- [Kaleidoscope 2021](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2021/) - The Kaleidoscope 2021 offer to children from all over the world an online retrospective of animated films selected in our previous editions. The films deal with the themes of diversity, the beauty of our planet and life always with humor and emotion.
- [Kaleidoscope 2022](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/kaleidoscope-2022/) - Kaleidoscope 2022, The Festival Du Film Merveilleux reinforces its partnership with the Alliances Françaises of Perth in Australia.
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire 2019](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-imaginaire-2019/) - Festival du film merveilleux 2019 programmation
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2011](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2011/) - SECOND EDITION OF THE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX FROM 30th JUNE TO 2nd JULY. Discover The festival du Film Merveilleux 2011's programmation and Jury.
- [Palmares 2022](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2022/) - Palmares 2022 The jury and the president of the 2022 festival, Jenna Suru, Keith Simanton, Blanca Lista, Kevin McTurk, Alix Bénézech, Nicolas Duval, Mi Kwan Lock, Mirit Mikhail and Tommy Mitram awarded the following prizes : Best Movie / Meilleur Film - Parapluies directed by José Prats, Álvaro Roblès Best Animated Movie / Meilleur Film
- [Press Release Listing](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/press-release-listing/) - Press release Listing
- [FRANCAIS](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/francais-2/) - 12ème ÉDITION DU FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX DU 21 AU 23 SEPTEMBRE 2022 Programmation Long Story short 2022 Christine Cinéma Club, 4 rue Christine 75006 PARIS Web : www.festival-film-merveilleux.com Email : contact@festival-film-merveilleux.com HORAIRES PROJECTIONS des FILMS: tous les jours à 20H00 Tarifs Entrée: 6,00€ – Cartes acceptées: UGC illimité
- [LE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX ANNONCE LA PROGRAMMATION DES COURTS MÉTRAGES ET LA LISTE DES MEMBRES DU JURY POUR 2022](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/le-festival-du-film-merveilleux-annonce-la-programmation-des-courts-metrages-et-la-liste-des-membres-du-jury-pour-2022/) - Catalogue Officiel Catalogue Jury Affiche Photos & Bios Horaires LE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX ANNONCE LA PROGRAMMATION DES COURTS MÉTRAGES ET LA LISTE DES MEMBRES DU JURY POUR 2022 24 COURTS MÉTRAGES DE CINÉASTES DU MONDE ENTIER, DONT 15 FILMS D'ANIMATION ET 13 FILMS EN PRISES DE VUE RÉELLES. LE 12E FESTIVAL S'OUVRIRA LE 21
- [Jury Biography - Tommy Mitram](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-tommy-mitram/) - Jury biography - Tommy Mitram Meet Tommy Mitram, Actor, writer and director.Really curious in nature, after being trained as an actor at « la NEF des acteurs » inside « l’école de la cité » in Paris, Tommy tried many things. Such as acting in music videos, short and longer movies. One of them «
- [Jury Biography - Nicolas Duval](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-nicolas-duval/) - Jury Biography - Nicolas Duval Inspired by the worlds of comics, graphics, cartoons, cinema and series, Nicolas DUVAL puts an original, aesthetic and daring touch to all his projects. After starting out in television at the launch of the channel "TFou TV", he then turned to the fields of music videos and advertising at "FISHEYE
- [Jury Biography - Mirit Mikhail](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-mirit-mikhail/) - Jury Biography - Mirit Mikhail Mirit Mikhail is a French-Egyptian Freelance director. Born in Paris, she grew up between Paris and Cairo. After studying cinema at the Sorbonne Nouvelle, she worked as an assistant on several films, including «The Chaos» by Youssef Chahine in 2008. In 2011, she co-directed with Franco-Egyptian-Colombian filmmaker Farid Ismail, a
- [Jury Biography - Mi Kwan Lock](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-mi-kwan-lock/) - Jury Biography - Mi Kwan Lock Jury of 2022 Festival du Film Merveilleux
- [Jury Biography - Keith Simanton](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-keith-simanton/) - Jury Biography - Keith Simanton Keith Simanton is the Managing Editor of IMDbPro, IMDb’s subscription site for professionals, which is part of IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV, and celebrity content. Keith is in the select group of “Experts” on Goldderby.com, prognosticating who will win at the Oscars, Emmys, Spirits,
- [Jury Biography - Blanca Lista](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-blanca-lista/) - Jury Biography - Blanca Lista Blanca Lista has over twenty years of experience in the entertainment industry overseeing feature film development, production, and post-production. Her top skills are finding and nurturing talent; breaking and developing stories for the screen; creating and packaging high quality teams of creatives; finding and partnering with financiers and studios; and
- [Jury Biography - Alix Bénézech](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-alix-benezech/) - Alix Bénézech is a French actress who plays in France and abroad. She has worked under the direction of directors Clint Eastwood, Christopher Mcquarrie, Catherine Corsini, Gilles Legrand, Yann Lequellec, Dominique Farrugia. She is a familiar face on television thanks to her role as Dorothée Ariès in the series Nina currently on Netflix. This year
- [Jenna Suru - President of Jury 2022 Biography - Jenna Suru](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jenna-suru-president-of-jury-2022-biography-jenna-suru/) - Jenna Suru -President of Jury 2022 Biography Jenna Suru, Festival Director, Producer, Director, Writer, Actor Jenna Suru started her career at the Int’l Sales Team of Gaumont, SND (M6 Group), then Canneseries, kickstarting the In Development Forum co-organized with MIP Markets at Cannes’s Palais des Festivals. In Paris, Suru runs the Paris International Film Festival
- [FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX ANNOUNCES SHORT FILM LINEUP AND 2022 JURY MEMBER POOL](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-announces-short-film-lineup-and-2022-jury-member-pool/) - Official catalogue Jury Catalogue PR PDF Bio & Photos FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX ANNOUNCES SHORT FILM LINEUP AND 2022 JURY MEMBER POOL 24 SHORT FILMS FROM FILMMAKERS ACROSS THE WORLD, INCLUDING 15 ANIMATED MOVIES AND 13 LIVE ACTIONS. 12TH FESTIVAL TO OPEN ON SEPTEMBER 21ST WITH AIFORT SORCERY ACADEMY AND CLOSE OUT ON SEPTEMBER 23
- [LE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX ANNONCE LES DATES DE 2022 ET DÉVOILE SON AFFICHE](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/le-festival-du-film-merveilleux-annonce-les-dates-de-2022-et-devoile-son-affiche/) - LE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX ANNONCE LES DATES DE 2022 ET DÉVOILE SON AFFICHE Le Festival du Film Merveilleux organise un festival international de cinéma à Paris le mois prochain. La 12e édition du Festival Du Film Merveilleux et de l'Imaginaire 2022 est principalement axée sur la magie et l'imagination dans les films et l'encouragement
- [Jury Biography - Kevin McTurk](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-biography-kevin-mcturk/) - Kevin McTurk is a professional creature effects artist, cinematographer, model maker, and puppeteer,
- [The 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux will be held for three days from 21 to 23 September 2022 in Paris](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/the-12th-festival-du-film-merveilleux-will-be-held-for-three-days-from-21-to-23-september-2022-in-paris/) - The 12th Festival du Film Merveilleux will be held for three days from 21 to 23 September 2022 in Paris
- [TeaTime](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/tea-time/) - TeaTime is a program of films produced in the United Kingdom and/or directed by British directors.
- [Archives - Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/archives/) - Archives - Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire
- [Movies Around The World - Kids Editions](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/movies-around-the-world-kids-editions/) - Movies Around The World – Kids Editions toke place On Sundays 24 and 30 May 2015 in heart of Kensington in London.
- [Director Biography - ZHANG, YI-ZHEN](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-zhang-yi-zhen/) - Director Biography – ZHANG, YI-ZHEN
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2018](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2018/) - Discover the Festival du Film Merveilleux 2018 's programmation
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2017](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2017/) - Discover Festival du Film Merveilleux 2017 's programmation
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2016](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2016/) - Discover the Festival du Film Merveilleux 2016 's programmation
- [Festival Du Film Merveilleux 2014](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2014/) - Discover Festival du Film Merveilleux 2014 's programmation.
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2015](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2015/) - Discover Festival du Film Merveilleux 2015 's Programmation
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2013](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2013/) - Discover Festival du Film Merveilleux 2013's Programmation
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2012](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2012/) - DISCOVER PROGRAMMATION THIRD EDITION OF THE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2012, FROM 28TH TO 30TH JUNE.
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2010](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2010/) - FIRST EDITION OF THE FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX TOKE PLACE FROM 24th to 30th MARCH 2010 IN PARIS Discover the Festival du Film Merveilleux 2010 's programmation Raging ball de Nicolas DuvalRuntime : 10 minutesProduction : Padma ProductionCountry of production : FranceSynopsis : A secret room in the depths of a gambling den. The final
- [The French and American quarter](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/the-french-american-quarter/) - The French and American quarter's program aims to spotlight new French and American talent, it is a bridge between the French and American film worlds
- [Director Biography – Lancelot Mingau](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-lancelot-mingau/) - Lancelot Mingau was raised by a mother who is a theater director and actress and a father who is a music producer.
- [Director Biography - Quentin Moll-Van Roye](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-quentin-moll-van-roye/) - MEET QUENTIN MOLL-VAN ROYE
- [Director Biography - Luis Belda](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-luis-belda/) - Luis Belda graduated as a film editor at the Escuela Superior de Artes y Espectáculos TAI in Madrid and as a film director at the Centro de Estudios Ciudad.
- [Directors Biographies -  Guillaume Levil and Nicolas Paban](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-guillaume-levil-et-nicolas-paban/) - Guillaule Levil and Nicolas Paban are co director of Princesse de Jerusalem.
- [Director biography Ted Hardy Carnac](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-ted-hardy-carnac/) - MEET TED HARDY-CARNAC Ted Hardy-Carnac is a French screenwriter and film director. Having originally studied engineering and business (at ESSEC Business School), Ted decided to continue his career in cinema directing. Since then he has written and directed four short movies, all rewarded in many festivals and bought by numerous TV channels (France 3, Canal+,
- [Director Biography - Grete Suarez](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-grete-suarez/) - Grete Suarez is an Asian-Australian filmmaker whose debut short film THE REPEATER premiered at Screamfest LA.
- [DIRECTOR BIOGRAPHY – HELEN ALEXIS YONOV](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-helen-alexis-yonov/) - Helen Alexis Yonov is a Latvian-American filmmaker.
- [Director Biography - Sarah Hafner](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-sarah-hafner/) - Sarah Hafner Graduated from ESRA in cinema production. She began her career as the 1st assistant director on short and feature films, TV series and commercials.
- [Festival du Film Merveilleux 2021](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/festival-du-film-merveilleux-2021/) - The Festival du Film Merveilleux 2021 jury awarded the following prizes: Best Film, Best Animated Film, Jury Prize, Musical Favourite, Best Special Effects.
- [Director Biography - Clara Duvert, Margot Chauchoy, Cédric Bagein, Laure Maitrehenry, Mattéo Martinez, Julien Cabezas](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-clara-duvert-margot-chauchoy-cedric-bagein-laure-maitrehenry-matteo-martinez-julien-cabezas/) - Clara Duvert, Margot Chauchoy, Cédric Bagein, Laure Maitrehenry, Mattéo Martinez and Julien Cabezas have graduated from the Rubika with a Master in digital director.
- [Director Biography - CHEN, WEI-LIN](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-chen-wei-lin/) - " I'm Chen, Wei-Lin, studying at the Department of Design in National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. I am interested in observing many things around me, such as the behavior of people and the habits of animals. The motivation of creating "Coincidate" is that I want to make a comedic 3D animated short film
- [Director Biography - Arthur Chays](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-arthur-chays/) - MEET ARTHUR CHAYS : After starting out in documentaries, with a 52-minute feature film, Arthur Chays moved on to other projects in advertising and fiction.
- [Director Biography - Alberto Cano](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-alberto-cano/) - Alberto Cano is a 3D artist and scriptwriter. He trained as a computer graphics technician in different schools of Digital Arts and did a Master's degree.
- [Director Biography -  Eddy Loukil](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biography-eddy-loukil/) - Eddy Loukil is a French-Canadian visual artist based in Montreal.
- [Directors Biography - José Prats, Álvaro Roblès](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biography-jose-prats-alvaro-robles/) - MEET José Prats, Álvaro Roblès Jose Prats is a filmmaker, storyboarder and illustrator, and works for Aardman Studios. He studied Fine Arts at the universities of Murcia, Valencia and Accademia Albertina and then began his career as a Concept Artist in Spanish, Mexican and Finnish studios. In 2015, he collaborated on the animated feature film
- [Directors Biography - Eve de Montbrial, Léa Vasselle-Bossy, Margaux Kempff, Grégoire Deranville, Ambre Jacques, Eléonore Chaumont, Alexis Descamps](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biography-eve-de-montbrial-lea-vasselle-bossy-margaux-kempff-gregoire-deranville-ambre-jacques-eleonore-chaumont-alexis-descamps/) - MEET Eve de Montbrial, Léa Vasselle-Bossy, Margaux Kempff, Grégoire Deranville, Ambre Jacques, Eléonore Chaumont, Alexis Descamps Eve de Montbrial, Léa Vasselle-Bossy, Margaux Kempff, Grégoire Deranville, Ambre Jacques, Eléonore Chaumont and Alexis Descamps have graduated from the Rubika school (Valenciennes, France) with a Master in digital director. In 2021, they co-directed the short film "Almost Unreal".
- [Directors Biographies - Clément Bardonneau, Alexandre Husson, Mattias Pham-Ngoc, François Pinet, Joséphine Verrier ](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-clement-bardonneau-alexandre-husson-mattias-pham-ngoc-francois-pinet-josephine-verrier/) - MEET Clément Bardonneau, Alexandre Husson, Mattias Pham-Ngoc, François Pinet, Joséphine Verrier Clement BardonneauBorn on June 20th, 1995 in Les Lilas (France) • Biography: NewEdge preparatory class (2013-2014), comics at Ecole Jean Trubert (2014-2016), Ecole Georges Melies (2018-2021) Alexandre HussonBorn on March 5h, 1997 in Dijon (France) • Biography: Graphic design and Illustration at St Luc
- [Directors Biographies - Morgane Duprat--Peter, Laura Sadi Honniball, Sélena Aledji, Anthony Okoko, Daphné Kutnowski, Yoann Bouabré](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-morgane-duprat-peter-laura-sadi-honniball-selena-aledji-anthony-okoko-daphne-kutnowski-yoann-bouabre/) - MEET Morgane Duprat--Peter, Laura Sadi Honniball, Sélena Aledji, Anthony Okoko, Daphné Kutnowski, Yoann Bouabré Morgane Duprat--PeterBorn on March 6th, 1996 in Moulins (France) • Biography: Editing and Postproduction studies at INA SUP (2016-2018), Motion Design at INA SUP (2018-2019), Ecole Georges Melies (2019-2021) • Web: https://vimeo.com/user99567501 Laura Sadi HonniballBorn on June 14th, 1996 in Les
- [Directors Biographies - Aurélie Braun, Naïna Ardinet, Ludovic Pedro, Tommy Dimanov, Adrien Pirès, Emeric Venière](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-aurelie-braun-naina-ardinet-ludovic-pedro-tommy-dimanov-adrien-pires-emeric-veniere/) - MEET Aurélie Braun, Naïna Ardinet, Ludovic Pedro, Tommy Dimanov, Adrien Pirès, Emeric Venière Aurelie BraunBorn on November 9th, 1997 in St Maurice (France) • Bio : Arts UFR (teaching and research unit) in Amiens (2015), Youtube Animator (2015-2018), Ecole George Melies (2016-2021) • Web: https://twitter.com/loulegribouille Ludovic PedroBorn on August 9th, 1991 • Biography: Ecole George
- [Directors Biographies -  Chloé Delestrain, Owen Masson, Lancelot Myja Le Guludec, Morrigane Haudry, Nathan Peyren, Gaël Lejeune, Baptiste Belperin](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-chloe-delestrain-owen-masson-lancelot-myja-le-guludec-morrigane-haudry-nathan-peyren-gael-lejeune-baptiste-belperin/) - MEET Chloé Delestrain, Owen Masson, Lancelot Myja Le Guludec, Morrigane Haudry, Nathan Peyren, Gaël Lejeune, Baptiste Belperin Chloé Delestrain, Owen Masson, Lancelot Myja Le Guludec, Morrigane Haudry, Nathan Peyren, Gaël Lejeune and Baptiste Belperin have graduated from the Pôle 3D school (Roubaix, France). In 2021, they co-directed the short film "The Basilisk". FILM IN COMPETITION
- [Directors Biographies - Jade CHASTAN, Alice FAILLA, Jérôme GINESTA, Justine HERMETZ, Sophie LAFLEUR, Vincent LENNE](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/directors-biographies-jade-chastan-alice-failla-jerome-ginesta-justine-hermetz-sophie-lafleur-vincent-lenne/) - MEET Jade CHASTAN, Alice FAILLA, Jérôme GINESTA, Justine HERMETZ, Sophie LAFLEUR, Vincent LENNE CHASTAN Jade: Passionate about video games, 2D and 3D animated films, I accumulated a diverse academic background in contemporary arts and product design. I then headed towards CGI studies to combine my personal projects with my 3D skil FAILLA Alice Site
- [Directors Biographies - Elisa Baudy, Jeanne Dalmas, Flore Pean, Gabin Ageorges, Bradley Lejeune](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/director-biographies-elisa-baudy-jeanne-dalmas-flore-pean-gabin-ageorges-bradley-lejeune/) - MEETS Elisa Baudy, Jeanne Dalmas, Flore Pean, Gabin Ageorges, Bradley Lejeune Elisa BaudyBiography: Ecole Georges Melies (2016-2021)Web: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-baudy-9364851a0/ Jeanne DalmasBiography:Literature and philosophy studies, option in cinema (2014-2016) • Modern Literature in Paris (2016-2017), Ecole George Melies (2017-2021Web: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanne-dalmas-7a82211a1/ Flore PeanBiography:: Applied Arts Bachelor degree (2013), Visual Communication Bachelor degree (2016), Ecole George Melies (2016-2021)Web: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flore-p%C3%A9an-b995261a1/
- [Movies Around The World - Cinéma Paradiso](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/movies-around-the-world-cinema-paradiso/) - On June 8th 2012 at cinéma Paradiso at Yerres . We reprogrammed movies from our past competition and promote the 3rd Festival du film merveilleux by introducing our teaser. The screening was followed by a discussion and debate session about the films between the filmmakers and the audience. Teaser of 3e Festival du film merveilleux
- [The French & American quarter : American corner](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/french-american-quarter-american-corner/) - The American Corner highlights the best directors of the American produced movies programmed during the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire. Directors are selected for the French & American quarter's program for their outstanding visual and storytelling skills and hold the potential of tomorrow's filmmaking. HELEN ALEXIS YONOV The gesture & the word directed by
- [PALMARES 2021](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2021/) - Palmares 11eme Festival du Film Merveilleux 2021 The following jury members Cédrick Léger, Sylvie Dimet, Andjï Russo, Lancelot Mingau, Carole Mermoud, awarded the prizes : BEST MOVIE - GRAND PRIX 2021 : The haunted Swordsman de Kevin McTurkJURY PRICE - PRIX DU JURY 2021 : Blue Curry de Magali Dunyach, Chien-Ju Hung, Jimin Jung, Vajra
- [PALMARES 2018](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2018/) - The AWARDS OF THE 9TH FESTIVAL OF Festival du film Merveilleux are : Grand prize of the festival : Memo by Julien Becquer, Elena Dupressoir, Jules Durand, Viviane Guimaraes, Inès Scheiber Film Jury Prize: Expire by Magali Magistry Jury Prize for Animated Film: Il bacio by Adriano Candiago Favorite: Woodman by Mike Jackson Best Animation:
- [PALMARES 2017](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2017/) - The 7 prizes were awarded this year by the following jury : Gigi Ledron (actress), Helen Alexis Yonov (director and producer), Patrick Maus (Founder and general delegate of ciné fac and founder-director of the Festival of New Cinema), Michael Terraz (director) and Marine Vellet (Jury junior prize) and Laure Maloisel (actress). Best Film: Uncanny Valley
- [PALMARES 2016](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2016/) - Elisa Bachir Bey, Aline B-Ifergane, Ayekoro Kossou et Thomas Guerigen. Meilleur film: THE RED THUNDER de Ron AlvaroMeilleur film d'animation: MISHIMASAIKO de Aude DansetCoup de coeur du jury: JIMBO de Louisiane BrosseauMeilleur musique: COMMUNE de Thomas PerrettMeilleur scénario: ARTIFICIAL de David P SanudoPrix spécial: THE BLUE AND THE BEYOND de Youri Dekker
- [PALMARES 2015](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2015/) - The sixth edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire took place from July 2 to 4, 2015 at Théâtre Douze, 6avenue Maurice Ravel 75012 PARIS. Cloud 21 awarded one prize and the student prize was awarded by Amélie Rochette. The jury of the Festival du Film Merveilleux 2015 composed of Cynthia Landon, Christine Mazereau,
- [PALMARES 2014](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2014/) - PALMARES / FESTIVAL DU FILM MERVEILLEUX 2014 The jury of Festival du Film Merveilleux 2014 composed of Lotfaï (Chez Lotfaï ), Cécilia Pietrzko (Grown kid), Laurence Lascary (producer DACP), Onna Clairin (scriptwriter and actress), Marie Baron (Peermusic France), Katia Bayer (Editor-in-chief Format Court) and Julien Seri (producer-director Daigoro films) has rewarded the following films MEILLEUR
- [PALMARES 2013](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2013/) - MEILLEUR FILM : Sleepworking de Gavin Williams 2013 - ROYAUME-UNIS - 15' 54 - Hook picture In the near future a young woman becomes a sleepworker : her body is programmed to do menial labour while she is asleep. However, she starts to suffer disturbing side effects and embarks upon a dangerous journey to uncover
- [PALMARES 2012](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2012/) - The third edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux et Imaginaire took place from June 28 to 30, 2012 at Théâtre Douze, 6avenue Maurice Ravel 75012 PARIS. The jury composed this year of Jicey Carina ( actor ) Jennifer Moret ( actress, radio host ) Sylvie Dimet ( directorof the Festival of Animated Film Croq
- [PALMARES 2011](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2011/) - The second edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire took place from June 30 to July 2 at the Théâtre Douze, 6 avenue Maurice Ravel 75012 Paris. The jury du festival du Film Merveilleux composed of Xavier Gens (director), Caroline Vié (journalist), Fabrice O Joubert (director) and Nicolas Alberny (director) awarded the following
- [PALMARES 2010](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2010/) - After 4 days of this first edition, the Jury of the Festival du Film Merveilleux awarded the following prizes. BEST MOVIE - MEILLEUR FILM : Le portail de Liam Engle 2010 - France - 14'45" - Black bird productions BEST ANIMATED MOVIE - MEILLEUR FILM D'ANIMATION : Fard de David Alapont et Luis Briceno, 2009
- [PALMARES 2019](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/palmares-2019/) - The 2019 jury is composed of Pierre Rasamoela ( Deputy General Manager, Orange Studio ), Younes Jama ( CNC, in charge of the short film mission ), Leslie Levi ( performer and new media director, ), Sabrina Suchdev ( producer Prodywood ) and Afaq AKHLAQ ( volunteer of the wonderful film fetsival 2019, young prize
- [JURY 2018](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2018/) - 2018: Olfa Hannachi-Benarezki, Maud Clavier, Cédrick Léger, Guillaume, Levil, Johanna Cohen, Christine Allen, Abel Ferry OLFA HANNACHI-BENAREZKI After working for 7 years at Films 13, Claude Lelouch's production company, the passion for cinema has never left Olfa. As an administrator of audiovisual and cultural projects, she organizes screenings, events, concerts and shows to meet the
- [JURY 2016](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2016/) - The jury is made up of Elisa Bachir Bey, Aline B-Ifergane, Ayekoro Kossou et Thomas Guerigen. ELISA BACHIR BEY Elisa Bachir Bey is a French actress of Algerian origin born on March 17, 1990 in Sucy-en-Brie in the Val-de-Marne. She grew up in a suburb of Seine et Marne, in Vaires sur Marne. At the
- [JURY 2014](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2014/) - Julien SERI, Director, producer Since 1992, Julien Seri has directed several video clips and collaborated with many artists such as Laurent Voulzy, Jil Caplan, Astonvilla… … He has also directed hundreds of advertising films for famous companies: Renault, Lexus, Garnier, Kookai, Studio Magazine, Citroën, Toyota, Nestlé, Nintendo, Vittel, Pepsi, Gravity, Conte… Thanks to these projects,
- [JURY 2013](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2013/) - Fouad Benhammou, Director After studying communication, Fouad Benhammou directed several short films, which allowed him to get his first job as a director for television. After creating FIXION, a fantasy web-series awarded at the 2008 Luchon TV FESTIVAL, he directed his first feature film for cinema: "LE VILLAGE DES OMBERS", a fantasy tale, with Christa
- [JURY 2011](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2011/) - Caroline Vié, Journalist and Author Caroline Vié is the author of "Brioche" (JC Lattès, 2012). A film journalist, she has long participated in the Canal + program, "Le Cercle," and currently works for the daily newspaper 20 minutes. "Dépendance Day" is her second novel. Fabrice O Joubert, director and producer Fabrice O, Joubert is a
- [JURY 2010](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2010/) - The juries are responsible for awarding the official prizes, including Best Film and Best Animated Film, and the special prizes (SFX, musical pick etc). Discover the members of the jury for the 2010 edition. Nicolas Bary, Director - Producer Born on November 28th 1980, Nicolas grew up in a family of musicians. He began his
- [JURY 2021](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2021/) - Discover the jury of the 11th edition of the Festival du Film Merveilleux & Imaginaire. Cédrick Léger, Sylvie Dimet, Andjï Russo, Lancelot Mingau, Carole Mermoud ANDJI RUSSO - Actress/Comedienne Dubbing/CreatureMocap and Stunt French actress living in Canada and Quebec for several years, Angiefactory aka Angie Russo evolves on various mediums since her childhood and currently
- [JURY 2015](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2015/) - Cynthia Landon, Christine Mazereau, Rhonda Richford, Liam Engle, Carlos Lascano, Raphaël Nominé, Amélie Rochette CHRISTINE MAZEREAU After a master's degree in media management from the University of Paris Dauphine and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Paris XII, Christine Mazereau worked for several years in television and radio production before joining the
- [JURY 2017](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2017/) - 2017: Patrick Maus, Gigi Ledron, Michaël Terraz, Laure Maloisel GIGI LEDRON Make your dreams come true! This could be Gigi Ledron's motto. She created her first musical trio "Le Gigi's Trio" while still a student at the prestigious jazz school: Le CIM. Then she turned to the big band with the Big Band "Les Années
- [JURY 2019](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2019/) - Jury 2019: Pierre Rasamoela, Younes Jama, Leslie Levi, Sabrina Suchdev, Afaq AKHLAQ PIERRE RASAMOELA, Deputy Managing Director, Orange studio. A graduate of the ENS Louis Lumière, Pierre Rasamoela began his career in the audiovisual sector as Chief Operator and Cameraman from 1985 to 1992. In 1993, he joined the TF1 group to hold various positions:
- [JURY 2012](https://festival-film-merveilleux.com/jury-2012/) - Melissa Mars, Actress, Singer Singer-songwriter and international actress, Melissa Mars was revealed in 2003 by her first single "Papa m'aime pas", followed by a trilogy of albums in the dark n'rose universe - acid pop - on Polydor-Universal Music. On the music side, she participated in duets with great artists of the French scene, Louis
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