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SUNDAY, MAY 4th 2025
1:00pm • CINE-FAMILY
Spotlight on: Saskatchewan
Neon Dreaming
Feature Film, co-presented by Conseil Culturel Fransaskois & RACCORD fait son festival
Marie-Claire Marcotte | SK, ON, Canada | 2024 | 1h23 | FR | Eng sub | 10+
Drama, Youth
(Ticket includes feature film & short films)
Synopsis:
8 year-old Billie leans on her vivid imagination, and her loyal best friend Sherry, to unravel the web of secrets shrouding her mother's true identity.
MARIE-CLAIRE MARCOTTE - Director-Producer-Actress
Marie-Claire Marcotte is a writer, director, actress and producer from Regina, Saskatchewan, based in Tkarón:to / Toronto, Ontario. She is a graduate of the International School of Comedy in Reggio Emilia, Italy and the theatre program at George-Brown College in Toronto. She has participated in residencies in Canada, Belgium, France and Martinique. Her screenwriting has been recognized at the Los Angeles Film Awards, the Canadian Screen Awards and Webfest Berlin, among others. In 2024, she directed her first feature film, Rêver en néon, inspired by her play Flush.
A Way of Being Together
Short Film
Francine Hébert | N-B, Canada | 2018 | 24 min | FR | ENG sub
Short, Documentary
Synopsis:
See the ups and downs, talent and determination of Canada's exceptional LeBlanc family. Guided by their father, three young sisters prepare for their trip to Gannat, France to showcase their Acadian musical roots.
Indigenous & Community Access
CINERGIE offers a limited number of complimentary tickets per screening to anyone who is Indigenous, a Newcomer to Canada and/or who faces financial barriers. Reserve your Free Admission tickets by contacting info@cinergiesk.ca.
Each year, CINERGIE also provides complimentary tickets to a variety of organizations that work with such individuals, such as Saskatoon Open Door Society.
3:30pm
Hôtel Silence
Feature Film, presented by Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver & Tournée Québec Cinéma
Léa Pool | QC, Canada, Switzerland | 2024 | 1h40 | FR | ENG sub | 16+
Psychological Drama
Synopsis:
Since his divorce, Jean has lost his bearings. On a whim, he decides to go to a country that is just recovering from a long armed conflict, with the firm intention of ending his life. While biding his time, he stays in a hotel in great need of small jobs. Instinctively, Jean uses his manual skills to get certain things back in working order in his room. One thing leading to another, he makes friends with the people who live there, a young woman, her son and his cousin, and agrees to help them renovate the place.
Trigger warning: themes related to war, violence and suicide
Rose
Short Film
Haviere Rameh, Clara tassier, Joffrey Clercq, Anthony Maalouf, Tharindu Hashan | France |
2023 | 7 min 42 | FR | ENG sub
Short, Science Fiction
Synopsis:
In a bleak world, Antoun a man in his sixties, must confront his past and face a difficult decision when his estranged son appears at his doorstep.
(Ticket includes feature film & short film)
Indigenous & Community Access
CINERGIE offers a limited number of complimentary tickets per screening to anyone who is Indigenous, a Newcomer to Canada and/or who faces financial barriers. Reserve your Free Admission tickets by contacting info@cinergiesk.ca.
Each year, CINERGIE also provides complimentary tickets to a variety of organizations that work with such individuals, such as Saskatoon Open Door Society.
6:00pm
Monsieur Aznavour
Feature Film, co-presented by Institut Français Canada & Paivand - Diaspora Film Festival
Mehdi Idir & Grand Corps Malade | France | 2024 | 2h13 | FR | ENG sub
Biopic, Musical
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(Ticket includes feature film & short films)
Synopsis:
The son of Armenian refugees, small, poor, with a veiled voice, it was said of him that he had nothing to succeed. By dint of hard work, perseverance and an extraordinary will, Charles Aznavour has become a monument of song, and a symbol of French culture. With nearly 1200 titles performed all over the world and in all languages, he has inspired entire generations. Discover the exceptional and timeless journey of MONSIEUR AZNAVOUR.
Based on a true story.
A Beautiful Mistake
Short Film
Daniela Ortiz, Luc Sengkeo, Loïc Ribes, Mélodie Beck | France | 2022 | 2 min | Silent film
Short, Animation
Synopsis:
A herbalist named Herbert is in love with his neighbour, but it feel impossible to attract her attention. He then decides to brew a potion of attraction. But this one is so powerful it will definitely mean trouble.
Indigenous & Community Access
CINERGIE offers a limited number of complimentary tickets per screening to anyone who is Indigenous, a Newcomer to Canada and/or who faces financial barriers. Reserve your Free Admission tickets by contacting info@cinergiesk.ca.
Each year, CINERGIE also provides complimentary tickets to a variety of organizations that work with such individuals, such as Saskatoon Open Door Society.
8:45pm
Sage-Homme
Feature Film, co-presented by Institut Français Canada &
Réseau Santé en Français de la Saskatchewan
Jennifer Devoldère | France | 2023 | 1h45 | FR | ENG sub
Dramatic Comedy
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(Ticket includes feature film & short film)
Synopsis:
After failing the medical entrance exam, Léopold defaults into the school of midwives while hiding the truth from those around him. Although he reluctantly enters this exclusively female environment, his encounter with Nathalie, an experienced midwife with a passionate character, will change his perspective on this fascinating world and shake his certainties.
The Fire that Flows in our Veins
Short Film
Benjamin Cotte | France | 2024 | 2 min 20 | FR | ENG sub
Short, Drama
Synopsis:
Gabriel, consumed by the guilt of not having been able to save his daughter from a fire is about to commit suicide... But a phone call could change everything.
Kabri i Manz Salad
Short Film
Nicolas Séry | Reunion Island, France | 2023 | 20 min 19 | Reunionese Creole, FR | ENG sub
Short, Comedy
Synopsis:
In a low-cost housing establishment in Reunion Island, as the Eid el-Kebir sacrifice festival approaches, Ibrahim, 12, of Comorian origin, is stigmatized by Evan, a neighbor of his age, who accuses him of being an animal killer. When Ibrahim learns that a goat is going to be delivered to his building, he wants to save the animal... but Evan is watching.
Trigger warning: themes related to racism and islamophobia
Indigenous & Community Access
CINERGIE offers a limited number of complimentary tickets per screening to anyone who is Indigenous, a Newcomer to Canada and/or who faces financial barriers. Reserve your Free Admission tickets by contacting info@cinergiesk.ca.
Each year, CINERGIE also provides complimentary tickets to a variety of organizations that work with such individuals, such as Saskatoon Open Door Society.