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Family Program

As part of its commitment to film education, the MCM offers favorite films and short film programs to be discovered during school hours or with the whole family.

Locations & Screening Dates

Le Gyptis · Thursday, March 27 · 7 pm

Le Journal d’Anne Frank, récit d’une vie cachée (Ages 12 and Up)

by Collectif Cocotte Minute · 40’ · France

Through this literary cine-concert, the Collectif Cocotte Minute offers an immersive experience into Anne Frank’s Diary, blending reading, video, contemporary dance, and live original music.

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 9:30 am

Short Films (Ages 3-6)

35’ · Animation · VF

A selection of eight playful and enchanting animated short films, specially designed for little ones! Let yourself be carried away by these captivating stories that highlight the empathy, solidarity, courage, and perseverance of these little characters who are truly admirable.

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 3 pm

Short Films (Ages 6-8)

65’ · Animation · VF

A collection of films that immerse us in poetically quirky and fantastical worlds. A mouse finding shelter in a cheese wheel, a little girl embarking on an adventure in a world of forgotten objects, or two characters bound by their hair; discover these unique stories showcasing limitless inventiveness!

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Tuesday, March 25 · 2 pm

Vestiaires - Season 14 (Ages 6 and Up)

90’

In 2025, the association Alcimé, organizer of the Festival, is once again carrying out the Vestiaires – Season 14 project. Since 2011, the Vestiaires series has highlighted, with a light and humorous tone, the daily lives of swimmers with disabilities, while breaking stereotypes. Guided by the Marseille-based writers of the series, Adda Abdelli and Fabrice Chanut, over 100 students have taken on the role of screenwriters! During the MCM, come attend the screenings of the best episodes and discover the students' work with a reading of the episodes by the actors from the series.

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 10:30 am
* This screening is possible thanks to Marfret.

Flow (Ages 6 and Up)

by Gints Zilbalodis · 85’ · VF / VF+AD

After a terrible flood wreaks havoc on the world, a stubbornly independent Cat is forced to share a small boat with a group of other animals. Getting along with them turns out to be an even greater challenge for him than surviving the flood.

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 5 pm
Artplexe · Saturday, March 29 · 11 am (film available with French audio description)

Hola Frida (Ages 6 and Up)

by André Kadi, Karine Vézina · 82’ · VF / VF+AD

This is the story of a little girl with a difference. Her world is Coyoacan, Mexico. Sparkling, vibrant, she's interested in everything. And when trials come her way, she faces them with an overflowing imagination. This little girl is called Frida Kahlo!

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Saturday, March 29 · 1:30 pm

Sauvages (Ages 6 and Up)

by Claude Barras · 87’ · 2024 · VF

In Borneo, near the tropical forest, Kéria rescues a baby orangutang in the palm oil plantation where her father works. Kéria's cousin Selaï comes to live with them seeking refuge from the conflict between his indigenous tribe and the logging companies. Kéria, Selaï and the little orangutang, now named Oshi, will have to fight against their forest’s destruction.

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 11 am

Short Films (Ages 11 and Up)

90’ · Animation & Fiction · VF

Come discover a selection of six varied, inspiring, and vibrant short films that thoughtfully explore timeless and universal themes. From self-discovery to the importance of family bonds, to adventures that awaken the imagination; a unique moment to share with the family!

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 2:30 pm

Mikado (Ages 11 and Up)

by Baya Kasmi · 94’ · VF

Mikado and Laetitia live with their children on the road. When their engine breaks down, they move in for the summer with Vincent, a teacher who lives alone with his daughter. It's the start of an enchanted interlude that could also upset the balance of the whole family, as Nuage, their eldest daughter, begins to dream of a normal life.

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Saturday, March 29 · 3 pm

En fanfare (Ages 11 and Up)

by Emmanuel Courcol · 103’ · 2024 · VF+AD

Thibaut is an internationally renowned conductor who travels the world. When he learns he was adopted, he discovers the existence of a younger brother, Jimmy, who works in a school cafeteria and plays the trombone in a small marching band. Everything seems to set them apart, except their love of music. Sensing his brother’s exceptional talent, Thibaut decides to remedy the injustice of fate. Jimmy begins to dream of a different life…

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 11 am

HLM Pussy (Ages 14 and Up)

by Nora El Hourch · 101’ · 2023 · VF

Three inseparable teenagers attract public outcry after posting a video exposing the aggressor of one of them. Faced with threats, will they delete the video and save their friendship, or continue the fight?

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Wednesday, March 26 · 1 pm

Short Films (Ages 14 and Up)

90’ · Animation & Fiction · VF

A selection of films specially chosen to spark curiosity, evoke emotions, and open discussions. Blending creativity and diversity, these films will take you on a journey through captivating stories that address topics such as prejudice, family, racism, identity, and friendship. A family screening full of emotion!

Locations & Screening Dates

Artplexe · Saturday, March 29 · 11 am

Young Hearts (Ages 14 and Up)

by Anthony Schatteman · 97’ · 2024 · VOSTF

Elias, 14 years old, feels attracted to his new neighbour Alexander (14). Soon he realizes that he's truly in love for the first time. The interactions with his friends and family bring more questions than answers. Confused by his burgeoning feelings, Elias tries to sort out his inner chaos to prove that he is worth Alexander's heart.