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In the Words of DurasThis winter, FIAF and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy present, in conjunction with Anthology Film Archives and the Baryshnikov Arts Center, a four-week, multi-venue series dedicated to the provocative works and words of Marguerite Duras.

Meet the Writer… en français !Thursday, February 18 at 5pmJoin Jean Vallier, author and Marguerite Duras biographer, for a special talk in French about the process of writing Duras’s biography.

Art de Vivre

This winter, meet three legendary male designers who come to FIAF to discuss the modernization of a family-owned luxury brand; the reality of the global fashion empire; and the concept of fashion designer as celebrity.

Gilles MendelThursday, February 25 at 7pmParis-bred Gilles Mendel, heir apparent and head designer of J. Mendel, comes to FIAF to talk about the reinvention of this �fth-generation, family-owned luxury brand.

Tommy Hil�gerWednesday, March 3 at 7pmThrough the Tommy Hil�ger Group, American entrepreneur Tommy Hil�ger has freshened classic, American styles and brought American-inspired apparel and accessories to shoppers around the world.

Marc JacobsMonday, March 22 at 7pmAn American icon, Marc Jacobs’ in�uential and unpredictable designs have revolutionized the fashion world, making him a favorite of Hollywood celebrities.

A Wine Tour de FranceMichael Madrigale, Chef Sommelier of Bar Boulud, leads guests through France’s diverse wine-producing regions. This year, FIAF adds a special seventh tasting of Château Smith Haut-La�tte at Caudalie Vinothérapie Spa® at The Plaza, free to those who purchase the whole series!

Fashion Talks

Wine Series

Tall, elegant, and progeny of France’s most mythical couple—Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg—Charlotte Gainsbourg is one of the more fascinating actresses of her generation. FIAF is pleased to present a small retrospective of the star’s impressive and fearless career in French cinema.

The Whimsical World of Belgian CinemaTuesdays in MarchFIAF presents a selection of �lms that showcase some of the richness and diversity of Belgian cinema. Regardless of genre, they all share a twisted, surreal, and deadpan humor that is uniquely l’humour belge

Princess of the SunSaturday, February 6 at 3:30pmStunning backdrops and high-quality animation frame this action-packed �lm set in ancient Egypt about the adventures of young Princess Akhesa, the future wife of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

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Meet the Director & Actress:Yolande Moreau presents When the Sea RisesTuesday, March 30 at 7pm

Leading Belgian actress and �lm director Yolande Moreau comes to FIAF to present When the Sea Rises. Winner of two Césars for this �lm and one for Seraphine, Moreau will participate in a Q&A session after the screening.

Quand la mer monte…Yolande Moreau and Gilles Porte, 2004. Color. 90 min. With Yolande Moreau, Wim Willaert, Olivier Gourmet, Jackie Berroyer

Irene is a quiet loner, comfortable only on stage. A parade �oat operator is a kindred spirit and becomes a lover, accompanying her on tour. But her husband and child waiting at home overshadow her newfound happiness. This �lm proves veteran actress Moreau to also be a gifted �lmmaker.

Ms. Moreau’s performance deservedly won her a César for Best Actress.—Stephen Holden, New York Times

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Chers Amis,

As winter comes to New York, the next three months at FIAF will be warmer than ever! I am thrilled to announce that Jane Birkin will return to us in February for two nights of song, as only she can deliver. We are also pleased to present, in partnership with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, Anthology Film Archives, and the Baryshnikov Arts Center, In the Words of Duras, a four-week, multi-venue series of events devoted to the provocative words and works of the great Marguerite Duras. Our popular series of Fashion Talks returns, this time focusing entirely on male designers. And once again, we will embark upon our very successful Wine Tour de France. Finally, the FIAF Gallery presents a season organized around the whimsical theme of “Rock, Paper, Scissors!” Don’t miss the current “Rock” exhibition, The Great Masters of Lithography, which has been extended through Friday, January 22 due to popular demand. A series of Talks will further illuminate this playful theme. I hope that you will come “play with us” this winter at FIAF.

Bien amicalement,

Marie-Monique SteckelPresident

French Institute Alliance Française

Calendar of Events No. 11January–March 2010

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Jane Birkin in ConcertThursday and Friday, February 11 & 12 at 8pmJane Birkin returns to FIAF for two memorable nights of song.

In the Words of DurasThis winter, FIAF and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy present, in conjunction with Anthology Film Archives and the Baryshnikov Arts Center, a four-week, multi-venue series dedicated to the provocative works and words of Marguerite Duras.

Jean Vallier:Meet the Writer… en français !Thursday, February 18 at 5pmJoin Jean Vallier, author and Marguerite Duras biographer, for a special talk in French about the process of writing Duras’s biography.

Bringing Duras’s Word to the StageThursday, February 18 at 7pmIn English, Vallier leads a discussion on Duras’s works for the stage.

Astrid Bas Diptych: The Lover and La Musica Deuxième Friday and Saturday, February 26 & 27 at 7pmA theatrical diptych pairing a staged adaptation of Duras’s prize-winning novel The Lover with her two-person play, La Musica Deuxième.

World PremiereIrina Brook: La Vie MatérielleFriday and Saturday, March 5 & 6 at 7pmParisian stage director Irina Brook combines Duras’s La Vie Matérielle with Virginia Woolf ’s A Room of One’s Own.

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Jane Birkin in ConcertThursday and Friday, February 11 & 12 at 8pm

Accomplished singer and actress Jane Birkin returns to FIAF for two wonderful evenings of song. Birkin, who began her career in the 1960s with singer Serge Gainsbourg, will perform songs from her most recent album, Enfants d’hiver, as well as old favorites from her days with Gainsbourg.

Enfants d’hiver marks Birkin's first foray into songwriting and features the singer’s penchant for nostalgia, her breathy voice, and musings on the passage of time. Don’t miss the chance to see this icon live in concert in New York! A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Mae Tao Clinic, which provides free health care for Burmese refugees on the Thai border.

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Jane Birkin in Concert

Florence Gould Hall

FIAF Members $40Non-Members $50

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Meet the Writer... en français !Haskell Library

In French

FIAF Members $10Non-Members $15

Talk with Jean VallierLe Skyroom

In English

FIAF Members $10Non-Members $15

In the Words of Duras is created in partnership with the Baryshnikov Arts Center, Anthology Film Archives, and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in New York.It is made possible with the support of Culturesfrance, the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in New York, the Délégation Générale de l’Alliance Française, the Florence Gould Foundation, and FACE.

Meet the Writer... en français !Jean VallierThursday, February 18 at 5pm

Duras biographer and former director of the French Institute Alliance Française, Jean Vallier returns to FIAF to speak about the life and legacy of Marguerite Duras. In this special French-language talk, Vallier will give fascinating insight into his writing process and work as the great author’s biographer.

Jean Vallier's first of two projected volumes about Marguerite Duras is a wonderfully detailed and accurate biography of a womanfamous for turning her own life into myth.—Edmund White, The New York Review of Books, October 23, 2008

Talk with Jean Vallier:Bringing Duras’s Word to the Stage Thursday, February 18 at 7pm

In English, Jean Vallier will discuss Duras’s work as a playwright and director, and explore the question: How can Duras’s “word” be best brought to life for today’s audiences?

A true expert, Vallier knew Duras personally and has written two books about the legendary writer, both published in 2006: Marguerite Duras, la vie comme un roman (Editions Textuel, Albums Passion); and C’était Marguerite Duras, 1914–1945 (Editions Fayard), the first of a two-volume biography. The second volume covering the latter half of her life (1946–1996) will be published in February 2010.

Known for her evocative and experimental style, Marguerite Duras is one of France’s great writers. At times controversial and always deeply fascinating, she revolutionized the form of the novel in the twentieth century with her expressive, free-flowing style. And while she moved freely between media, including theater and film, appreciation for her work on stage and screen is deeply rooted in the power of her words.

This winter, FIAF and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy present, inconjunction with Anthology Film Archives and the Baryshnikov Arts Center, a four-week, multi-venue series dedicated to the provocative works and words of this great artist. The series brings renowned, innovative French artists and directors to the U.S. as they bring the words of Duras to the stage and screen.

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Marguerite Duras © Serge Hambourg

Astrid BasDiptych: The Lover and La Musica Deuxième Friday and Saturday, February 26 & 27 at 7pm

The Lover is directed and performed by Astrid Bas with music by Ami Flammer. La Musica Deuxième is performed by Astrid Bas and Daniel Pettrow.

A unique theatrical event, this program pairs a staged, set-to-music adaptation of Duras’s prize-winning novel The Lover (1984), with Duras’s play, La Musica Deuxième (1985).

The Lover, a recipient of the Goncourt prize, is an autobiographical work. It evokes Duras’s childhood in Vietnam, recounting a teenager’s scandalous affair with a rich, older Chinese businessman. In this adaptation, director and actress Bas collaborates with Flammer, a composer and violinist, who has previously scored some of Duras’s films. Bas and Flammer use their respective instruments—voice for Bas and music for Flammer—to create a transporting performance.

The second piece, La Musica Deuxième, tells the story of a man and woman who reunite three years after they have separated, to finalize their divorce. Though they have begun new lives, their history and a shared nostalgia lead them to each other. Through conversation they reconstruct their past, revealing misunderstandings and betrayals. Conceived by Bas, this bilingual presentation features brilliant performances by Bas and the Wooster Group’s Daniel Pettrow, and has been well received by American audiences.

Special thanks to the Délégation généralede l’Alliance Française.

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Astrid BasDiptych: The Lover and La Musica Deuxième In English and French with English supertitles

Le Skyroom

FIAF Members $30Non-Members $35

Irina BrookLa Vie MatérielleIn English

Tinker Auditorium

FIAF Members $30Non-Members $35

Off-site Events

FIAF Members receive discounted tickets. Visit fiaf.org

Marguerite Duras in front of le domaine de Platier, Collection Jean Vallier

World PremiereIrina BrookLa Vie Matérielle Friday and Saturday, March 5 & 6 at 7pm

Parisian stage director Brook presents a work featuring a diverse ensemble of female performers including Joan Juliet Buck and Nicole Ansari. Inspired by La Vie Matérielle, Duras’s collection of essays on daily life, and Virgina Woolf ’s A Room of One’s Own, this evening promises to be more of a festive gathering of talents than a classic reading; an experience of sharing these authors’ extraordinary words while cooking, laughing, crying, singing, and dancing together in an imaginary and theatrical kitchen.

Brook, daughter of director Peter Brook and actress Natasha Parry, has directed theater and opera productions throughout Europe. Her Paris-based theater company, Compagnie Irina Brook, is currently on tour with four different productions. Brook is a recipient of the prestigious Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres.

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Astrid Bas in The Lover

ExhibitionMarguerite Durasby Hélène BambergerFebruary 18–March 18Cultural Services of the French Embassy

An exhibition of photos of Duras taken by Hélène Bamberger during the summers they spent together at Trouville from 1980 to 1994. Info at frenchculture.org

U.S. PremiereRazerka Ben Sadia-Lavant directsL’Homme assis dans le couloirFriday, February 19 at 7:30pm Saturday, February 20 at 7:30pmSunday, February 21 at 5pm Baryshnikov Arts Center

Based on Duras’s 1980 novella, Ben Sadia-Lavant conceived and choreographed this performance that reveals “what the story does not tell us” of love’s erotic powers and pain. Info at bacnyc.org

Screening / Historic Footage The Lover: Fantasy of a Movie Marguerite Duras and Claude Berri (1987)March 2 at 7pmCultural Services of the French Embassy

French professor and specialist on Duras Sophie Bogaert will introduce an exclusive film with footage of Duras discussing The Lover with producer Berri and others.Info at frenchculture.org

Marguerite Duras on FilmMarch 12–18Anthology Film Archives

Duras’s engagement with filmmaking waspassionate and sustained, a vital componentof her life’s work. This retrospective explores the fiercely intelligent, radically experimental approach of Duras the filmmaker. Info at anthologyfilmarchives.org

Language CenterWinter 2010

In conjunction with In the Words of Duras, FIAF's Language Center offers three special courses devoted to the author. Marguerite Duras: Identity and Betrayal (Level C1) is an advanced thematic conversation course; film course L’Amant, Marguerite Duras (Level C1/C2) gives lovers of French film the chance to delve deeply into the cinematic adaptation of Duras’s acclaimed novel; and comparative literature course Marguerite Duras: Un barrage contre le Pacifique vs L’Amant de la Chine du nord (Level B2) explores these two major works by the author. See page 39 for complete details.

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This winter, meet three legendary male designers who come to FIAF to discuss the modernization of a family-owned luxury brand; the reality of the global fashion empire; and the concept of fashion designer as celebrity.

Gilles MendelThursday, February 25 at 7pmParis-bred Gilles Mendel, heir apparent and head designer of J. Mendel, comes to FIAF to talk about the reinvention of this fifth-generation, family-owned luxury brand.

Tommy HilfigerWednesday, March 3 at 7pmThrough the Tommy Hilfiger Group, American entrepreneur Tommy Hilfiger has freshened classic, American styles and brought American-inspired apparel and accessories to shoppers around the world.

Marc JacobsMonday, March 22 at 7pmAn American icon, Marc Jacobs’ influential and unpredictable designs have revolutionized the fashion world, making him a favorite of Hollywood celebrities.

A Wine Tour de FranceMichael Madrigale, Chef Sommelier of Bar Boulud, leads guests through France’s diverse wine-producing regions. This year, FIAF adds a special seventh tasting of Château Smith Haut-Lafitte at Caudalie Vinothérapie Spa® at The Plaza, free to those who purchase the whole series!

Fashion Talks

Wine Series

Marc JacobsMonday, March 22 at 7pm

Marc Jacobs is one of fashion’s most important figures. Always a step ahead, Jacobs creates innovative masterpieces for his eponymous line, as well as for Marc by Marc Jacobs, and for the major French fashion house Louis Vuitton where he serves as creative director.

Jacobs, who divides his time between Paris and New York, creates collections representing a range of influences as he mixes eclectic styles, eras, cultures, textures, and prints. The resulting designs are romantic, comfortable, and familiar, yet entirely new and utterly hip. The fashion world has responded by bestowing countless awards on Jacobs, who has risen to become a prominent fixture on the celebrity scene. His powerful fashion sensibility and plain-old cool designs have revolutionized the fashion world, making him one of today’s most influential designers.

Gilles MendelThursday, February 25 at 7pm

Paris-bred Gilles Mendel, heir apparent and head designer of J. Mendel, comes to FIAF to talk about the reinvention of this fifth-generation, family-owned luxury brand. J. Mendel was founded in 1870 in Paris and has been known since then as a furrier to the world’s elite. Mendel revitalized the brand in 2003 by moving its headquarters to New York and launching its ready to wear collection.

A resounding success, the collection demonstrated Mendel’s ability to work in materials ranging from silk chiffon to woolen tweeds with the same creativity and emphasis on design that he is known for in fur. The refined yet modern designs have made J. Mendel a red carpet staple and a favorite of stars like Kate Hudson and Demi Moore.

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Tommy HilfigerWednesday, March 3 at 7pm

Celebrated American entrepreneur and fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger is the man behind one of today’s most successful lifestyle brands. The Tommy Hilfiger brand, which debuted in 1985 as a menswear line, is known for providing a fresh twist on classic, American styles. Over the years, the brand has extended its powerful, sporty design philosophy, expanding to reach consumers around the world.

Hilfiger’s creations, epitomizing Americana and the American Dream, have been wonderfully successful and well-received in France. A true francophile, Hilfiger has collaborated with the likes of French First Lady Carla Bruni and soccer star Thierry Henry. The recipient of numerous awards for his diverse achievements in business, retail, and fashion, Hilfiger has created one of fashion’s most recognized and admired brands worldwide.

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FIAF Gallery Winter 2010 FIAF’s exploration of fashion continues with Greg Lauren’s site-specific installation Counter Couture (see page 17 for details).

The 2009–2010 Art de Vivre series is presented by

Fashion Talks In English

Florence Gould Hall

Single EventFIAF Members $20Non-Members $25Students w/ID $20

Full SeriesFIAF Members $50Non-Members $65

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French mode meets New York style with FIAF’s winter fashion series. This year, FIAF welcomes three of fashion’s leading male designers, who will provide an insiders’ perspective on this fascinating and exclusive world. Heir apparent and designer of rare luxury brand J. Mendel, Gilles Mendel will speak about the delicate task of modernizing a century-old, family-owned business and transforming it into a success. Trendsetter Tommy Hilfiger, a twenty-year veteran of the industry and leader of a global fashion empire, will speak about the intriguing business of creating an international fashion brand. Marc Jacobs will discuss the evolution of fashion designers into stars and the relationship between fashion and Hollywood.

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Wine Tour de FranceIn English

Le Skyroom

Must be 21 or over

Six-Tasting Series*FIAF Members $500Non-Members $600***Includes Bordeaux Tasting at The Plaza**Includes one-year FIAF Membership

Single TastingFIAF Members $95Non-Members $115

Three Tastings of Your Choice***FIAF Members $250Non-Members $300***Must reserve three specificsessions at time of purchaseRegister for specific sessions at artdevivre@fiaf.org or 646 388 6632

The Wine Tour de France tasting series is presented by the French Institute Alliance Française (a 501(c)(3) charitable organization) in partnership with Southern Wine & Spirits of New York, a division of Southern Wine & Spirits of America, Inc., which has made a generous commitment to make a charitable donation of all the fine French wines & Champagnes to be enjoyed responsibly during the six-part 2010 program. Food provided by Bridor from France, D’Artagnan, and Lactalis USA.

Special Bordeaux TastingFIAF Members $95Non-Members $115 Event is complimentary for buyers of the full six-tasting series. Single tickets will go on sale February 2.Tickets are only available through FIAF

Special thanks to Caudalie Vinothérapie® Spa

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Special Bordeaux Tastingat Caudalie Vinothérapie® SpaMonday, May 24 at 7pmThe Plaza

To further enhance your exploration of the best wines of France, FIAF invites you to a special tasting of one of the best Grands Crus of Bordeaux, the renowned Château Smith Haut-Lafitte, at theCaudalie Vinothérapie® Spa at The Plaza. The luxurious Spa replicates the timeless splendor of a French château nestled among the vines, and it is in these relaxing and nurturing surroundings that the Spa’s sommelier, Cliff Rames, will lead you through the legendary wines of Château Smith Haut-Lafitte. A truly unforgettable wine-tasting experience!

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This year’s series of wine tasting events will focus on cépages—the grape varieties from which wine is made—and their extraordinary diversity throughout regions of France. For six evenings, attendees will taste wines of each region, discovering how each grape variety’s essential characteristics translate into delicious wines.

BurgundyPinot Noir and ChardonnayMonday, February 1 at 7pm

In this first of the 2010 tasting sessions, Mr. Madrigale will focus on Burgundy reds and whites, where the traditional variety is of paramount importance. Unlike Bordeaux, Burgundy wines are un-blended, vinified exclusively from Pinot Noir for the reds and Chardonnay for the whites. Join Mr. Madrigale as he presents a selection of the most enjoyable Burgundy reds and whites from selected appellations in both the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune. Wine provided by Maison Boisset.

Rhône ValleySyrah and GrenacheMonday, February 22 at 7pm

Given its diverse geography and climate, the Rhône Valley holds an assorted mix of vineyards and a great range of noble red and white grape varieties. The North is dominated by Syrah, while the South produces Grenache-dominated wines. In this second tasting, Michael Madrigale will discuss the wide range of wines from the Rhône Valley region, focusing on grape types and the importance of each vineyard’s location within this expansive region. Wine provided by Perrin & Fils.

BordeauxCabernet Sauvignon and MerlotMonday, March 29 at 7pm

Bordeaux is among the most recognized French wine regions worldwide with more than 7,000 châteaux. Dominated by the noble Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grape varieties, Bordeaux wines can also include Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec depending on each terroir and château. Join Mr. Madrigale as he presents some of the most well-known Bordeaux appellations and comments on the classic refinement and delicate art of blending grape varieties. Wine provided by Clarendelle, from Château Haut-Brion.

AlsaceRiesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot BlancMonday, April 19 at 7pm

Known for its seductive white wines made from the Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Blanc grape varieties, Alsatian wines are fantastic as an apéritif and complement a range of cuisines from the classic Alsatian dish choucroute garnie to Japanese, Thai, and Mediterranean. This evening’s tasting is a wonderful opportunity to discover the delicious and affordable wines of Alsace—the only region of France where the variety gives its name to the wine. Wine provided by Pierre Sparr.

Loire ValleyChenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot NoirMonday, May 10 at 7pm

Home to some of the country’s most romantic royal châteaux, the Loire Valley boasts a fantastic range of red, white, and rosé wines. Made from a host of noble varieties—Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Noir, among others—the region’s wines offer great pleasure as well as tremendous value. Taste the crisp and fruity flavors of these classic wines! Wine provided by Maison Sauvion.

ChampagneChardonnay, Pinot Noir,and Pinot MeunierMonday, June 7 at 7pm

Dive into the ever effervescent pleasures of Champagne. Learn all about the highly regulated méthode Champenoise system, which only permits the use of three noble varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, and Pinot Noir. This evening’s session will present a thorough sampling of some of the best cuvées from the famed cellars of one of the most esteemed and well-known Champagne producers in the world. Treat yourself to a bubbly journey!Champagne provided by Pernod Ricard.

Each tasting will be led by Michael Madrigale, Chef Sommelier at Daniel Boulud’s Bar Boulud, known for its excellent service and extensive wine cellar. Guests will also sample some of France’s cheeses and charcuterie, learning how to use specific varieties to pair wines with food. With the help of Southern Wine & Spirits of New York, Mr. Madrigale will lead wine lovers on an unforgettable journey.

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Rock, Paper, Scissors!The FIAF Gallery presents a series of exhibits and talks exploring the whimsical theme of “Rock, Paper, Scissors!” as it relates to tools and materials used in art and design. “Rock” is central to the lithographic technique exemplified by the Great Masters of Lithography exhibition, in that it relies on stones to transfer images; paper, as Carolle Thibaut-Pomerantz and Béatrice Coron will discuss, can serve as decorative art; and scissors are used by artists like Odon to craft paper into stunning works.

The Great Masters of LithographyFriday, November 6–Saturday, January 22In partnership with Galerie Mourlot New York, the FIAF Gallery presents vintage lithographic posters by great modern artists.

Greg LaurenCounter CoutureThursday, February 4–Saturday, March 6Artist Greg Lauren creates a site-specific installation of striking, hand-sewn garment pieces, all made from paper.

New! Gallery Talks SeriesFor the first time, FIAF presents a series of Gallery-related talks.Two masters of the medium will explore the endless possibilities of paper.

Odon, Weaver of DreamsWednesday, March 16–Saturday, April 24French artist Odon brings to the FIAF Gallery an exhibition of thrilling, luminous spiral paper works.

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ExhibitionGreg LaurenCounter CoutureThursday, February 4–Saturday, March 6

Artist Greg Lauren, who first achieved success as a painter, presents a site-specific installation of striking sculptures of clothing made from paper. Inspired by the idea of fashion as an art and medium for self expression, Lauren will explore the role fashion plays in the development of identity. A nephew of fashion designer Ralph Lauren, the artist will investigate both the artistic process of creating fashion by hand-sewing each piece, as well as the intriguing concept of clothing as a component of self-image.

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White DB Dinner Jacket, 2009, oil on paper, thread buttons

Art de VivreFashion Talks Winter 2010 FIAF’s exploration of fashion continues with the 2010 Fashion Talks series with designers Gilles Mendel, Tommy Hilfiger, and Marc Jacobs (see page 10 & 11 for details).

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La BoutiqueFIAF’s online store

The FIAF Gallery offers for sale a selection of these colorful vintage posters in La Boutique, FIAF’s new online store. Visit fiaf.org/laboutique

The Great Masters of Lithography

FIAF Gallery

Courtesy of Galerie Mourlot

Counter Couture

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Gallery HoursTuesday–Friday: 11am–6pmSaturday: 11am–5pm

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ExhibitionGreat Masters of LithographyFriday, November 6–Friday, January 22

FIAF is pleased to extend the successful Great Masters of Lithography exhibition. In the early twentieth century, celebrated artists including Calder, Chagall, Dufy, Léger, Matisse, Miró, and Picasso, rediscovered the technique of lithography thanks to the Atelier Mourlot, a Parisian printshop founded in 1852 by the Mourlot family. Originally specializing in printing wallpaper, the printshop became a lithographic workshop under the leadershipof the founder’s grandson, Fernand. He invited leading artists to learn the complexities of lithography, the first fundamentally new printing technology since the invention of relief printing in the fifteenth century.

Lithography revolutionized the printing world by enabling artists to work with traditional materials using classic techniques to create prints that rivaled the quality of an original painting. In the Atelier Mourlot, elite twentieth-century artists drew directly on specially prepared lithographic stones to create artworks that were then produced under the direction of master printers. The combined genius of modern artist and master printer gave rise to unique and visually striking lithographs that appeared only as limited editions.

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Great Masters of Lithography at the FIAF Gallery

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ExhibitionOdon, Weaver of DreamsWednesday, March 16–Saturday, April 24

FIAF presents an exhibition reflecting the art world’s new interest in paper as a creative medium. Acclaimed French artist Odon’s thrilling, luminous spiral paper works employ this traditional material in a revolutionary and beautiful way.

Early in his career, Odon’s intensely personal and mysterious images were inspired by the Cobra movement (Copenhagen, Brussels, Amsterdam), a group of expressionist painters interested in freedom of color and form. In the 1970s Odon began experimenting with the inclusion of cut and woven modifications on the surfaces of his paintings. By the late 1970s this had evolved into an increasingly complex process of cutting, shredding, and braiding paper, painted by him on both sides, into never-ending, sunburst-like forms that he calls mandalas. The ancient form of the mandala, meaning circle in Sanskrit, is a common symbol of sacred power in many cultures, representing a cosmic diagram viewed from the human perspective.

Odon’s works are dream-like meditations on the order of the world. The artist works slowly, weaving the flat, meticulously painted paper into magical endless webs. Through these circular sculptures, Odon presents the infinite in finite form and alludes to the natural energy and tension of circular motion. The resulting works are both spectacular and thought provoking.

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Vintage Wallpaper Décor with Carolle Thibaut-PomerantzIn English

Le Skyroom

The Silhouette World of Béatrice CoronIn English

Le Skyroom

Single EventFIAF Members $15Non-Members $20

Both EventsFIAF Members $25Non-Members $35

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TalkVintage Wallpaper Décor with Carolle Thibaut-PomerantzFriday, January 22 at 7pm

Carolle Thibaut-Pomerantz, author and specialist in the field of vintage wallpaper, comes to FIAF to present her new book, Wallpaper: A History of Style and Trends. A connoisseur and renowned expert, Thibaut-Pomerantz, has dealt in antique wallpaper for the past twenty-five years. She will present this unique art form, an important page in the history of decorative arts and interior design, which spans the eighteenth through the twentieth centuries.

Talk The Silhouette World of Béatrice CoronWednesday, March 24 at 7pm

Meet acclaimed French artist Béatrice Coron, who will talk about the silhouette worlds she invents, cutting them into existence from single sheets of paper. Coron, a self-taught paper-cutter, first became familiar with cutting techniques in her native France, developing her interest and skill further while living in China. Her hand-cut compositions, often populated with hundreds of carefully crafted figures, appear to burst with activity and life.

Now based in New York, Coron’s work has been well received and is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, and the Bibliothèque Nationale de France. She has received several public art commissions including New York’s and Chicago’s respective Transit Authorities. In an evening of conversation, this innovative artist will share the stories behind her works. Her work can be seen until April 4 in Slash: Paper Under the Knife at New York’s Museum of Arts and Design.Visit mad.org for more info.

Les rives du Bosphore, designed and printed by Dufour, circa 1812

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Charlotte Gainsbourg and Gael García Bernal in The Science of Sleep

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New York PremierePersécution Monday, January 25 at 7pmFIAF hosts a special sneak preview of Patrice Chéreau’s new film, Persécution, starring Charlotte Gainsbourg and Romain Duris.

Charlotte ForeverTuesdays in January & FebruaryTall, elegant, and progeny of France’s most mythical couple— Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg—Charlotte Gainsbourg is one of the more fascinating actresses of her generation. FIAF is pleased to present a small retrospective of the star’s impressive and fearless career in French cinema.

The Whimsical World of Belgian CinemaTuesdays in MarchFIAF presents a selection of films that showcase some of the richness and diversity of Belgian cinema. Regardless of genre, they all share a twisted, surreal, and deadpan humor that is uniquely l’humour belge.

Princess of the SunSaturday, February 6 at 3:30pmStunning backdrops and high-quality animation frame this action-packed film set in ancient Egypt about the adventures of young Princess Akhesa, the future wife of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

CinémaTuesdays

Sneak Preview!

CinéKids

Sneak Preview!

New York PremierePersécutionMonday, January 25 at 7pm

Patrice Chéreau, 2009. Color. 100 min.With Romain Duris, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Jean Hughes Anglade

Daniel (Duris), an independent, solitary man, and Sonia (Gainsbourg), share an uneasy, emotional relationship. Daniel lives a relatively happy life renovating apartments, until a stranger begins to stalk him. Increasingly persecuted by the strange man, Daniel in turn begins to persecute Sonia, his friends, and family. The man’s persistence takes its toll on Daniel and Sonia’s relationship, leaving Daniel confused and more alone than ever.

FIAF is pleased to offer its Members the opportunity to see this film before the general public, with special thanks to MK2.

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Charlotte Gainsbourg is one of the more fascinating actresses of her generation. Radiating timeless beauty and grace in all of her endeavors, Charlotte is known to audiences around the world as one of the stars of Michel Gondry’s international hit The Science of Sleep, as well as the recipient of the Best Actress award at last year’s Cannes Film Festival for her fearless performance in Lars von Trier’s Antichrist. FIAF is very pleased to present a small retrospective of Gainsbourg’s impressive and diverse career in French cinema, including the New York Premiere of her upcoming film, Persécution, directed by Patrice Chéreau.

Charlotte Gainsbourg in Persécution

Happily Ever AfterTuesday, January 26at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Ils se marièrent et eurent beaucoup d’enfantsYvan Attal, 2004. Color. 100 min.With Charlotte Gainsbourg, Yvan Attal, Terence Stamp, Johnny Depp

Gainsbourg’s second collaboration with Attal after the success of My Wife is an Actress finds three friends approaching middle age considering their past, present, and possibly future experiences with love. With great comic insight and graceful filmmaking, Attal examines fidelity, marriage, and the paths to happiness we sometimes struggle to find.

Carried off with grace, wit and refinement.—The New York Times

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The Science of SleepTuesday, January 12at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

La science des rêvesMichel Gondry, 2006. Color. 105 min.With Gael García Bernal, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Alain Chabat

Gorgeously inventive and achingly human, Gondry’s third feature finds him exploring memory, imagination, and love in his inimitable style. Stéphane (García Bernal) spends his days in an office and his evenings tinkering with homemade gadgets—and at all times, he pines for his neighbor, Stéphanie (Gainsbourg). A film full of extraordinary reveries. Sweet, crazy, and tinged with sadness…a wondrous concoction.—J. Hoberman, The Village Voice

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My Wife is an ActressTuesday, January 19at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Ma femme est une actrice Yvan Attal, 2001. Color. 95 min.With Charlotte Gainsbourg, Yvan Attal, Terence Stamp, Noémie Lvovsky

Gainsbourg and Attal, married in real life, are immensely charming as an onscreen couple in this shrewd comedy aimed at celebrity and romance. A journalist adores his actress wife, but is sent into a neurotic panic when she is cast as the love interest of a debonair international star.

What gives My Wife is an Actress its extra juice is the natural energy exchange between the spirited real-life couple, who conjure the sort of credibly warm interplay that is hard to fake and probably harder to reproduce in front of a camera.—L.A. Times

Yvan Attal and Charlotte Gainsbourg in My Wife is an Actress

Charlotte Gainsbourg and Yvan Attal in Happily Ever After

LoverTuesday, February 9at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

AmoureuseJacques Doillon, 1992. Color. 99 min.With Charlotte Gainsbourg, Yvan Attal, Thomas Langmann

Doillon, whose keen understanding of youth is without peer, offers with Lover the story of a girl who becomes the object of infatuation of an older man. Already dating another boy, Marie (Gainsbourg) struggles with the persistence of Paul (Attal), whose interference in her life is a distraction—and, possibly, a temptation.

La BûcheTuesday, February 2at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Daniele Thompson, 1999. Color. 106 min.With Sabine Azéma, Emmanuelle Béart, Charlotte Gainsbourg

At Christmas time, three daughters reunite to assist their grieving mother after the funeral of their stepfather. Now adults who lead very different lives, these women gather to confront a shared past and redefine their family. Gainsbourg won a Best Supporting Actress César for her performance as Milla, the youngest daughter.

Even if you hate everything about the holidays—and especially if you hate the kind of movies that herald them—you will find much to love in La Bûche.—A.O. Scott, The New York Times

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FIAF is proud to present a selection of films that showcase some of the richness and diversity of Belgian cinema. Regardless of genre, these films all share a twisted, surreal, and deadpan humor that is uniquely l’humour belge. Join us for these modern classics, as well as two highly anticipated film premieres!

A Town Called PanicTuesday, March 2at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Panique au villageStéphane Aubier and Vincent Patar, 2009. Color animation. 75 min.With the voices of Stéphane Aubier, Jeanne Balibar, Nicolas Buysse, Véronique Dumont

Born from the delirious television series of the same name, A Town Called Panic was the first stop-motion animated feature selected for the Cannes Film Festival (2009). Three plastic toys—Cowboy, Indian, and Horse—scramble to rebuild their house after its accidental destruction. Standing in their way are mechanical penguins, parachuting cows, and gigantic waffles…the usual obstacles.

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New York PremiereLargo WinchTuesday, March 9at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Jérôme Salle, 2008. Color. 108 min.With Tomer Sisley, Kristin Scott Thomas, Miki Manojlovic, Mélanie Thierry

A hugely successful Belgian comic book, Largo Winch now brings its trademark tales of international espionage to the screen. Sisley stars as the unjustly jailed son of a murdered billionaire who must crawl out of prison to prevent those who attacked his family from stealing a fortune. Enormous fun, and a New York premiere!

The Whimsical World of Belgian Cinema

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Double ScreeningIl court... il court le monde Tuesday, March 16at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Jean-Pierre Dardenne and Luc Dardenne, 1987. Color. 10 min. With Jean-Paul Dermont, John Dobrynine, François Duisinx

The Dardenne brothers’ first foray into fiction after years of documentary projects was this short about a television director who suffers a car crash, interrupting his work on a special about…speed. Even in this early film, the Dardennes’ hallmark themes of time and chance are very much present.

Man Bites DogTuesday, March 16at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

C’est arrivé près de chez vousRémy Belvaux and André Bonzel, 1992. B&W. 95 min.With Benoît Poelvoorde, Jacqueline Poelvoorde-Pappaert, Nelly Pappaert Note: This film contains NC-17 rated material

Three filmmakers track the daily activities of Ben, who loves poetry and philosophy. He is also an unrepentant serial killer. Winner of the International Critics’ Prize at Cannes, Man Bites Dog is an unsettling portrait of the media and its relationship to the subjects it covers that remains frighteningly relevant today.

Tomer Sisley in Largo Winch

Charlotte for Ever Tuesday, February 16at 12:30 & 7:30pm

Serge Gainsbourg, 1986. Color. 94 min.With Charlotte Gainsbourg, Serge Gainsbourg, Roland Bertin, Roland DubillardNote: This film contains R-rated material

A rare screening of this notorious and misunderstood film. Serge Gainsbourg wrote, directed, and starred in this dark and fascinating tale of a screenwriter grieving over his wife’s unexpected death. Suicidal, he turns for affection to the only remaining link to his wife—his daughter.

Kung-fu master!Tuesday, February 23at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm

Agnès Varda, 1988. Color. 80 min.With Jane Birkin, Mathieu Demy,Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lou Doillon

Mary-Jane (Birkin), a divorced mother of two, grows close to a teenage boy she met at her daughter’s party. Through conversations, vacations, and video games, the pair’s relationship evolves in a way that confuses their families and even themselves. Varda’s empathetic direction anchors this delicate, but often powerful story.

It is doubtless the most beautiful role played by Jane on the big screen. —J. Nacache, La Revue du Cinéma

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L’EffrontéeTuesday, February 16at 4pm

Claude Miller, 1985. Color. 96 min.With Charlotte Gainsbourg, Clothilde Baudon, Bernadette Laffont, Jean-Claude BrialyNote: No English subtitles

Winner of the Prix Louis-Delluc, L’Effrontée earned Gainsbourg the “Most Promising Actress” César for this, her first starring role. As a teenager in rural France, Charlotte (Gainsbourg) is frustrated and bored with home life. But a young pianist upends her world with talk of opportunity elsewhere, far from her family.

Charlotte Forever

FIAF Members Free*(*$2 advance tickets)Non-Members $10Students w/ ID $7

Curated by Marie Losier

Special thanks to the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, MK2, and Nathalie Hubert

Charlotte ForeverFilms are in French with English subtitles unless otherwise noted

Florence Gould Hall

Princess of the SunIn French with English subtitles

Tinker Auditorium

FIAF Members $7Non-Members $10

Ages 7 and older

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Meet the Director & Actress:Yolande Moreau presents When the Sea RisesTuesday, March 30 at 7pm

Leading Belgian actress and film director Yolande Moreau comes to FIAF to present When the Sea Rises. Winner of two Césars for this film and one for Seraphine, Moreau will participate in a Q&A session after the screening.

Quand la mer monte…Yolande Moreau and Gilles Porte, 2004. Color. 90 min. With Yolande Moreau, Wim Willaert, Olivier Gourmet, Jackie Berroyer

Irene is a quiet loner, comfortable only on stage. A parade float operator is a kindred spirit and becomes a lover, accompanying her on tour. But her husband and child waiting at home overshadow her newfound happiness. This film proves veteran actress Moreau to also be a gifted filmmaker.

Ms. Moreau’s performance deservedly won her a César for Best Actress.—Stephen Holden, New York Times

U.S. PremiereLouise-MichelTuesday, March 30at 12:30 & 4pm

Benoît Delépine and Gustave Kervern, 2008. Color. 94 min. With Yolande Moreau, Bouli Lanners, Michel Pinchon, Benoît Poelvoorde, Albert Dupontel

A group of factory workers show up for their shift one morning and discover their jobs have been outsourced. They pool together their severance pay and do the reasonable thing—they hire a hit man to kill their former boss. Yet Louise-Michel is darkly, brilliantly comic, halfway between the Coen and Dardenne brothers. A U.S. premiere!

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Princess of the SunSaturday, February 6 at 3:30pm

La reine soleilPhilippe Leclerc, 2007. Color animation, 90 min. With the voices of Coralie Vanderlinden, David Scarpuzza, Arnaud Léonard

An animated work of art set in ancient Egypt, Princess of the Sun tells the story of the fourteen-year-old Princess Akhesa who is ordered to marry Prince Tutankhamun.Unhappy at the prospect, she rebels against her father and with the help of the Prince sets out to find her mother, Queen Nefertiti, who has been exiled to Elephantine Island. The two teenagers embark on an adventureas they travel down the Nile and bravely confront the mercenary priests who conspire to overthrow Akhesa’s father, Pharaoh Akhenaton. A fun film filled with breathtaking action.

Post-Film Fun & ActivitiesFollowing the screening, Héloïse Darcq, Programming Coordinator, and Thaïs Gaymard, Programming Assistant, will lead a 30-minute workshop of activities inspired by Princess of the Sun.

CinéKidsFilm & Activities

Yolande Moreau in When the Sea Rises

The Whimsical World of Belgian CinemaFilms are in French with English subtitles unless otherwise noted

Florence Gould Hall

FIAF Members Free*(*$2 advance tickets)Non-Members $10Students w/ ID $7

Curated by Marie Losier

Special thanks to Annette Choynacki, Belgian Tourist Office, Wallonie-Bruxelles International, Emmanuelle Lambert, Yolande Moreau, Funny Balloons, the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Consulate General of Belgium in New York. With support from Rouge Tomate.

Double Screening I’m Hungry, I’m Cold Tuesday, March 23 at 4pm

J’ai faim, j’ai froid Chantal Akerman, 1984. B&W. 12 min.With Maria de Medeiros Note: No English subtitles

Two young runaways head toward Paris from Brussels only to realize that the excitement of a journey can quickly sour into frustration. Originally part of the omnibus film Paris Seen By…20 Years After, which also included work by Philippe Garrel, this wry short now comfortably stands on its own.

Ma Vie en Rose Tuesday, March 23 at 4pm

Alain Berliner, 1997. Color. 88 min.With Michèle Laroque, Jean-Philippe Écoffey, Hélène Vincent, Georges Du Fresne

Ludovic is a seven-year-old boy who longs to be a girl. As parents, teachers, and friends react to his changing behavior, Ludovic remains resolute. His simple (yet inevitably complicating) wish stands at the center of this marvelous, profound film that won a Best Foreign Film Golden Globe and other international awards.

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Toto the HeroTuesday, March 23at 12:30 & 7:30pm

Toto le Héros Jaco van Dormael, 1991. Color. 91 min.With Michel Bouquet, Jo De Backer, Thomas Godet, Gisela Uhlen

A success at Cannes and the Césars, Toto the Hero is a mystical tale, told through flashbacks and flash forwards, of a man who believes his life is not his own. Seemingly switched at birth, Thomas endured tragedy and poverty while neighbor Alfred grew up carefree. Vibrant and enthralling.

A three-ring look at life as a confluence of unrelated acts. Whether it goes off on time or not, depends entirely on the ringmaster. And van Dormael knows how to please the crowd.—The Washington Post

The Whimsical World of Belgian Cinema

Toto the Hero

100,000 Years of Beauty: Simonetta Vespucci, Piero di Cosimo, 1480. Tempera on panel. Musée Condé, Chantilly, France

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Hugues de MontalembertThursday, January, 28 at 6:30pmPainter, filmmaker, and writer Hugues de Montalembert, who was blinded during an attack in New York City in 1978, presents a screening of Black Sun, the award-winning documentary, and will sign his new memoir, Invisible, just released by ATRIA Books.

100,000 Years of BeautyTuesday, February 2 at 7pmL’Oréal celebrates its centennial with a special project chronicling 100,000 years of beauty. Join L’Oréal and FIAF for an enlightening discussion about the never-ending pursuit of beauty.

Screening and Conversation with Hugues de MontalembertIn English

Florence Gould Hall

FIAF Members $20Non-Members $25

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Screening and Conversation with Hugues de MontalembertThursday, January, 28 at 6:30pm

Gary Tarns, 2005. Color. 75 min.

De Montalembert, who was blinded duringan attack in New York City in 1978, presents a screening of Black Sun, the award-winning documentary. He will also introduce his new memoir, Invisible, published by ATRIA Books. As documented in Black Sun, de Montalembert faced crushing despair in the year after losing his sight; but then he did the unthinkable by learning to “see” without the use of his eyes.

The meditation on his loss is explored in his latest book, Invisible. In this memoir, the author reflects on the thirty years since he lost his sight. Without a trace of self-pity, he writes about how the loss of this vital sense invigorated him, leading him to take solo trips around the world and giving him a new appreciation of life.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A session, reception, and book signing with the author himself.

Special Events

Invisible, Hugues de Montalembert

The model Kiki de Montparnasse with a Yoruba mask, Man Ray, 1926

Woman with self-hybridised head, Orlan/Gérard Rancinan, 2001

100,000 Years of BeautyIn English

Le Skyroom

FIAF Members $20Non-Members $25

Special thanks for the generous support of L’Oréal

100,000 Years of BeautyTuesday, February 2 at 7pm

In honor of its centennial, the L’Oréal Corporate Foundation in France initiated a study of the human quest for beauty in all cultures and civilizations throughout the ages. The result is 100,000 Years of Beauty. This fascinating book is an original approach to research about the exploration of beauty from the various points of view of international experts including sociologists, philosophers, historians, and artists. It includes contributions from 300 authors of 35 nationalities and working in 20 different disciplines. To celebrate this renowned research project, L’Oréal is hosting an evening with Béatrice Dautresme, Managing Director of the L’Oréal Corporate Foundation, and Elisabeth Azoulay, Editorial Director of 100,000 Years of Beauty, in addition to other experts from the book who will discuss and identify the pursuit of beauty in all civilizations, from prehistoric time to today, and provide a special glimpse of the future. A cocktail reception will follow the discussion.

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Winter HighlightsNew Collection for Teachers European Book ClubMeet the Writer… en français ! Jean Vallier

Kids ProgramsFrench for Toddlers Story HourL’Heure du conte Ciné-Club des frimousses

Adult Programs Cercles de lectureCafé philosophiqueFaites vos jeux !

Meet the Writer… en français ! Jean VallierThursday, February 18 at 5pm

Jean Vallier, biographer of Marguerite Duras and former director of FIAF, was a personal friend of Duras. He has dedicated over ten years to investigating and chronicling her life. He wrote two books about the legendary author, both published in 2006: Marguerite Duras, la vie comme un roman (Editions Textuel, Albums Passion); and C’était Marguerite Duras, 1914–1945 (Editions Fayard), the first of a two-volume biography of Duras. The second volume covering the latter half of her life (1946–1996) will be published in February 2010.

In this discussion, the author will speak in French about his work and writing process, addressing specifically his role as a biographer. This program is offered in conjunction with Vallier’s appearance at FIAF as part of the In the Words of Duras series (see page 5 for details), and the Language Center’s courses on Duras’s works (see page 39 for details).

Moderated by FIAF instructor Béatrice Puja.

European Book Club

The European Book Club—a program created by the Austrian, Czech, French, German, Italian, and Spanish cultural institutes in NYC—offers the opportunity to read and discuss well-known, contemporary novels of the respective countries.

Join the Club, discover new writers, and learn about the latest must-read books in Europe. For more information and to register for upcoming meetings, please visit europeanbookclub.org.

Library HoursMonday–Thursday11:30am–8pmFriday & Sunday:ClosedSaturday:9:30am–3pm

Meet the Writer… en français ! Jean VallierIn French

FIAF Students & Members $15

Seating is Limited

à petits pas : Story Hour

FIAF Members FreeNon-Members $10

Reservations 646 388 6605

L’Heure du conte

Ciné-Club des frimousses

Free

FIAF Members Only

Reservations646 388 6668

New Collection for Teachers

A new collection for teachers of French as a foreign language is now available in the Alexandre and Jacques Leviant Centre d’auto-apprentissage. This collection offers materials for professional development and provides hands-on information to help in the preparation of classes. Subjects range from teaching children, to linguistics and the history of the French language, to Francophone intercultural issues and the European framework.

Winter Highlights

à petits pas : French for Toddlers Story Hour Ages 2–3A story hour program designed especially for toddlers. Thursdays: January 14 & 28, February 11 & 25, March 11 & 25, from 11:30–12:30

L’Heure du conteAges 3–6A story time program led by Violette Benzaken, including stories and songs entirely in French.Thursdays: January 28, February 11 & 25, March 11 & 25, from 3:45–4:30pm

Ciné-Club des frimoussesAges 3–8A French movie club led by Sylvie Camus-Gray.Thursdays: January 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, from 3:45–4:30pm

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Cercles de lectureIn French

FIAF Students & Members OnlyLimited to 15 people per session

$20 per session

Book included

Registration starts one month prior to event, in person, at the Haskell Library

For more information, contact Yann Carmonaat ycarmona@fiaf.org

Café philosophiqueIn French and English

Tinker Auditorium

FIAF Members $6Non-Members $12

For more information, visit fiaf.org

Faites vos jeux !In French

FIAF Students & Members $5

Limited to 20 people per session

Register at 646 388 6679

Join noted philosophers Yunus Tuncel and Violaine Huisman each month for a lively, intellectual discussion forum. Topics are announced in advance for participants to prepare their thoughts and questions. Coffee and wine are served.

Qu’est-ce que la répression ?What is repression? Monday, January 18at 6:30pm

Qu’est-ce que la souffrance ?What is suffering?Monday, February 22at 6:30pm

Qu’est-ce que l’ivresse ? What is intoxication? Monday, March 29at 6:30pm

Café philosophique

Team up with other members of the FIAF community at Faites vos jeux !, the monthly program where participants practice their French while playing fun games. Players are grouped according to their level of French. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are served. Moderated by Ronda Murdock, Services Coordinator at the Haskell Library.

ScrabbleThursday, January 28at 6:30pm

TabooThursday, February 25at 6:30pm

ScrabbleThursday, March 25at 6:30pm

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Gather with fellow francophiles at FIAF’s popular book discussion groups. The program, a collaboration between FIAF’s Haskell Library and Language Center, helps students improve their French-language skills by reading and discussing French literary works in a variety of genres. Offered once a month at three learning levels: Beginner Level A2,Intermediate Level B1, and Intermediate Level B2. Moderated by Yann Carmona, Literary Development Associate at the Haskell Library.

Beginner Level A2 Thursdays, January 7, February 4 & March 4at 6:30pm

Intermediate Level B1 Thursdays, January 14, February 11 & March 11at 6:30pm

Intermediate Level B2 Thursdays, January 21, February 18 & March 18at 6:30pm

Cercles de lecture

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Classes in New York & New Jersey

Adults: Winter TermNew Adult Courses

Rendez-Vous Mix and mingle en français at FIAF’s popular after-work event.

Toddlers to Teens à petits pas Cook in French French as a Foreign Language French for Bilingual Students Le Club Théâtre

Teachers’ WorkshopsA monthly program designed for French language teachers to help improve their instruction to primary and secondary level students, as well as adults.Poster for the city of Trouville-sur-Mer by Raymond Savignac, Musée Villa Montebello

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Winter Term

11–Week Program January 11–March 27

51/2–Week Intensive ProgramSession I: January 11–February 16Session II: February 17–March 25

No classes Monday, February 15

Registration online, fax, phone, and in person: Starting Sunday, November 15

New Students who have previously studied French are required to take a placement test, available at fiaf.org, or in person every Friday from 1–5:30pm.

Classes in New York

FIAF offers classes in Upper Montclair, New Jersey for kids and adults at all levels.

Winter Term 11–Week ProgramJanuary 11–March 27

Registration online, fax, and phone: Starting Sunday, November 15

Register Now!Online: fiaf.orgPhone: 646 388 6612Fax: 212 527 2678

Classrooms located in St. James Episcopal Church581 Valley RoadUpper Montclair, NJ 07043

Classes in New Jersey

Adult Class

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The Language Center offers general French for all levels, thematic courses, and specialized workshops. This term, new classes are devoted to the great Marguerite Duras in conjunction with the In the Words of Duras series (see pages 5 for details).

Thematic Conversation CourseMarguerite Duras: Identity and Betrayal Level C1

Through extracts from novels and articles, as well as scenes from films, discover the evolution of Marguerite Duras’s identity through all stages of her life. See how she used betrayal as a tool in her pursuit of personal power and delve into its role in relation to her sense of identity. Instructor: Béatrice Puja Tuesdays: 7:20–8:50pm

Film Course L’Amant, Marguerite DurasLevel C1/C2

Join this exciting advanced course for an in-depth, scene by scene study of the feature film adaptation of the internationally acclaimed novel L’Amant by Marguerite Duras. Analyze and discuss the development of the story line and characters, and how images are used to reinforce them. Instructor: Joel KozickaTuesdays & Thursdays: 7:20–8:50pm

Comparative Literature CourseMarguerite Duras : Un barrage contre le Pacifique vs L’Amant de la Chine du nord Level B2

Thirty-four years separate the writing of these two major works by Marguerite Duras, in which she addresses some of the themes most important to her. Read and delve into these two novels and discover how the author’s writing style changed as she matured and how she explored identical episodes of her life in various literary ways. Instructor: Ginette ReichMondays: 12–1:30pm

Schedule InformationMonday–Thursday courses are offered mornings, afternoons, and evenings Friday courses are offered in the mornings only

Saturday courses are offered in the morning and afternoon Average nine students per class For course details and pricing, visit fiaf.org

Register NowOnline: fiaf.orgFax: 212 527 2678Phone: 646 388 6612In person: Language Center, 3rd Floor

More Informationlanguagecenter@fiaf.org646 388 6612

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à petits pas:French for ToddlersAges 1–5

A playful French language immersion program designed specifically for toddlers.

Holiday Workshops Ages 3–6

Celebrate with FIAF at these workshops based around holiday themes.Valentine’s Day: Saturday, February 13Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, March 27

Cook in FrenchClasses & WorkshopsAges 5–11

Inspire, excite, and feed the curiosity of your growing gourmet!

French as a Foreign Language & French for Native SpeakersAges 5–17

Learn French through specialized projects in a creative, engaging environment.

New Workshop for Native Speakers!Interactive History WorkshopAges 7 and up

Using various media, children will learn about French heroes, historical moments, and daily life throughout history.

Le Club ThéâtreAges 6–17 Special interactive classes crafted for budding lovers of theater and French, both native and non-native speakers.

à petits pas: French for Toddlers

Rendez-VousIn FrenchExchange in English is welcome

Le Skyroom

FIAF Members FreeNon-Members $12

Tickets available at the door

Rendez-Vous is generously supported by Lillet, the official cocktail sponsor, and Palm Bay International, the official wine sponsor.

Teachers’ Workshops In French

646 388 6630

For more information and pricing, visit fiaf.org

Sponsored by the American Society of the French Legion of Honor, the Grand Marnier Foundation, and the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie. Additional support from the Cultural Services of the French Embassy and the Délégation des Alliances Françaises aux Etats-Unis.

Adult Events

Rendez-VousTuesday, January 12 & February 23 at 6:30pmWednesday, February 3 & March 17 at 6:30pm

Join French-speakers of all levels after work for conversation moderated by native speakers. Enjoy wine and cocktails, soda, and snacks while making new French and American friends in a fun, welcoming environment.

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Under the guidance of certified native-speaking educators, current and future French teachers improve their instruction of French to primary students, secondary students, and adults. Each workshop concludes with an informal wine and cheese gathering, allowing participants to socialize and network with colleagues.

Task-based Approach in an FFL ClassFriday, January 29 at 5:30pmPresenter: Katia Coppola, Responsable du Département de FLE-Difusión

Teach French to Children: Analysis of Learning Situations and Practices in an FFL Class Friday, February 26 at 5:30pm Presenter: Guitty Roustaï, Youth Program Director at FIAF

Promoting French in SchoolsFriday, March 26 at 5:30pmPresenter: Margot Steinhart, Ph.D., President of the Alliance Française of North Shore, Illinois

This workshop is about how to use the French Language Advocacy Kit developed by the American Association of Teachers of French, Northwestern University, the French Embassy in the U.S., and the Québec Ministry of International Affairs.

Toddlers to TeensFor detailed schedule, course descriptions, and pricing, visit fiaf.org

For additional information, emaillanguagecenter@fiaf.orgor call 646 388 6612

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Young Audience Program Educational and entertaining events for school groups.

Cyrano de Bergerac Thursday, February 4 at 10:30amThe definitive film version of the classic Cyrano de Bergerac tale, this modern masterpiece takes viewers on a humorous yet touching adventure.

Four Bags Full Thursday, March 18 at 10:30am Released in 1956, this well-known comedic melodrama directed by Claude Autant-Lara is about the challenges two men encounter when they embark on a furtive caper across World War II Paris to deliver black-market meat by night.

Cyrano de BergeracThursday, February 4 at 10:30amGrades 9–12

Cyrano de BergeracJean-Paul Rappeneau, 1990. Color. 137 min.With Gérard Depardieu, Anne Brochet, Vincent Perez, Jacques Weber

A popular officer and romantic poet known for his rapier-wit, Cyrano (Depardieu) falls in love from afar with his cousin Roxane (Brochet). Cursed by an impossibly large nose, Cyrano despairs of any hope of winning the maiden’s heart. As a consolation, he offers to help Christian, a fellow officer who also has feelings for Roxane but lacks wit and eloquence, win her by writing passionate love letters on his behalf. Roxane falls for the letters, but believing them to be written by Christian, confusion and hilarity ensues. Depardieu won a Best Actor César for his portrayal of Cyrano.

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43Four Bags FullThursday, March 18 at 10:30am Grades 6–12

La traversée de ParisClaude Autant-Lara, 1956. B&W. 80 min.With Jean Gabin, Bourvil, Jeanette Batti,Louis de Funès

Autant-Lara brings two great comic actors together for this well-written and genuinely funny film. Two men, a painter and a poor man, must cross deserted World War II Paris under cover of night to deliver black-market meat. As they walk the empty streets, they encounter a variety of obstacles, before finally running into a squad of German police. An unusual film that alludes to the sinister danger of the time through humor, Four Bags Full is a true tour-de-force that is sure to surpass the audience’s expectations.

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Gérard Depardieu in Cyrano de Bergerac Bourvil, Jean Gabin, and Anouk Ferjac in Four Bags Full

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