Le French Festival 2024 returns on 29 May! Embracing its core values of sport, family, and inclusivity, this one-and-a-half-month celebration of French culture aims to unite Malaysian and French communities. For its 22nd edition, the festival promises a variety of events and activities designed to captivate audiences of all ages and backgrounds, with a special focus on sports, reflecting the spirit of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Le French Festival 2024
Co-organised by the Alliances Françaises de Malaisie and the Embassy of France in Malaysia, Le French Festival 2024 will run from 29 May to 14 July, making its way through Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Kuching. This year, the festival is committed to fostering deeper connections with the local community, ensuring a fun and inclusive atmosphere for all attendees.
Expect a diverse array of entertainment at Le French Festival 2024, catering to a wide range of interests. Whether you are passionate about cinema, digital art, photography, painting, music, dance, theatre, sports, or gastronomy, there’s something for everyone in the festival’s vibrant offerings.
Here’s a glimpse of what to anticipate:
- Cinematic Delights: Explore a curated selection of 16 movies, featuring the latest releases from France. Highlights include The Three Musketeers: Milady, The Taste of Things, and The Animal Kingdom alongside family-friendly options like Epic Tails and The Little Nicholas.
- The Digital Adventure: Dive into the world of cinema and digital art on 2 June with a day filled with short film screenings in collaboration with the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, virtual reality games, cinema workshops, and digital art exhibitions.
The Digital Adventure @ AFKL for Le French Festival 2024 - French Celebrations: Join in the festivities with celebrations of Fête de la Musique (International Music Day) on 23 June at Titiwangsa Park, featuring Malaysian and French artists. Then, mark your calendars for French National Day on 14 July, for a lively evening of food, drinks, and music.
- Ready, set, go! Get your dose of sport with us this summer. We will kick off our sporting events on 30 June in the morning with The Little Champions, a series of events inspired by the Olympic Games for children to compete in a fun environment. Experience later that day the electrifying energy of breaking, one of the 2024 new Olympics disciplines, during our Breaking Battles, featuring the French DJ T-Sia and renowned Malaysian breakdancers such as Lego Sam. Finally, lace up your running shoes for a Fun Run through Titiwangsa Park on 7 July, followed by a leisurely stroll through a flea market at AFKL.
- Arts for everyone, everywhere: As per our tradition, Le French Festival will be the opportunity to enjoy theatre plays, concerts, exhibitions, participate in workshops, and even more throughout the weeks.
Above all, Le French Festival 2024 is a testament to the dedication and talent of the artists and partners involved. Join us in supporting their creativity and hard work during the festival!
Please look forward to Le French Festival 2024’s movie screenings at Golden Screen Cinemas in the following cities and dates:
- Kuala Lumpur: 29 May – 14 July
- Penang: 13 June – 23 June
- Johor Bahru: 27 June – 30 June
- Kuching: 4 July – 7 July
His Excellency Mr. Axel Cruau, Ambassador of France to Malaysia, discussed the three main themes of the 2024 edition of the French Festival during the press conference, “First of all, sport, of course, as the Olympic and Paralympic Games will take place in Paris in just a few weeks. But also, family, with specially curated movies and activities for the little ones and their parents. And inclusivity, as we want to share our culture as much as possible with our friends all over Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Kuching.”
Mr. Laurent Elisio Bordier, Executive Director of Alliance Française of Kuala Lumpur and Co-Director of the 2024 French Festival, shared AFKL’s commitment to engaging more Malaysians in the upcoming edition of the festival, “We have decided to get even closer to Malaysian audiences. To achieve this, we worked closely with the Culture, Arts, Tourism, and Sport department of DBKL to venture into people’s favorite locations such as Titiwangsa Park and the KL Car Free Morning route, places that are very popular with all audiences, young and old, outdoors and accessible to people with reduced mobility. Timetables have also been adapted to allow families to attend or even take part in a number of events together!”
Ms. Mathilde Tallin, Cultural Manager of Alliance Française of Kuala Lumpur and Artistic Director of the 2024 French Festival, talked about this year’s festival program, “The French Festival offers a lively fusion of cinema, visual arts, performing arts, participative experiences, children’s activities, and culinary delights. Delve into our handpicked selection of 16 films, embark on The Digital Adventure, celebrate Fête de la Musique and French National Day, witness Breaking Battles, join The Little Champions and the Fun Run, peruse the Flea Market, and so much more. Within our walls and our partners’ venues, we warmly welcome you to indulge in a myriad of activities!”
Ms. Pauline Goh, President of Alliance Française de Penang, said: “This year, our festivities in Penang promise to be more vibrant and participatory than ever. We’re thrilled to present a free concert by the French group Marsu for Fête de la Musique, exhibitions celebrating the power of sports, a pétanque tournament, VR experiences, and photography and theatre masterclasses. Film screenings and Penang’s unique French Heritage Trail will also return, ensuring a rich cultural experience for all!”
Le French Festival 2024 is made possible with the support of its valued sponsors and partners:
Sponsors
For another edition of the festival, L’Oréal Paris reaffirms its commitment to empowering women in the realms of arts and culture, while showcasing its expertise in beauty. Cartier returns this year to promote French art and culture globally, strengthening their commitment to artistic excellence and innovation. Additionally, PAUL Malaysia and Safran continue to lend their support to Le French Festival, contributing to its continued success.
Official Partners
AGS, CCIFM, Cinema Online, Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, Decathlon, Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL), Euroasia Sinfonia, GBA Corporation Sdn Bhd, Freshable, GSC International Screens, Gurney Plaza, Gustafood Café, KL Shakespeare Players, Le Gourmandin, Lycée Français Kuala Lumpur (LFKL), Martell, Monin, Penang Hidden Gems, Petaling Jaya Performing Arts Centre (PJPAC), Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
You may book your movie tickets starting on 23 May via the GSC app, website www.gsc.com.my or through the e-kiosks in participating GSC cinemas.
For more information on other activities, please visit https://www.alliancefrancaise.org.my/cultural-events/le-french-festival_2024/
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