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EVENTSSEPT/OCT/NOV2005

Liaison Transatlantique:Letters of

Simone de Beauvoir to

Nelson Algren withMarie-France Pisier

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Commentaire d’amourby Jean-Marie Besset

Opening HoursFrench Institute Alliance Française

212-355-6100 / www.fiaf.org

FIAF will be closed on Mon Sept 5, Thu Nov 24 & Fri Nov 25

Florence Gould Hall & Tinker Auditorium55 East 59th Street

(between Park & Madison Avenues) Tel: 212-355-6160 / Fax: 212-355-6189

Box Office: Tue 11am - 7pm / Wed - Fri noon - 7pm Sat noon - 4pm

Tickets also available through: Ticketmaster 212-307-4100 / www.ticketmaster.com

Language Center (Temporary Locations)The Lighthouse & Grace Institute

(addresses below)Tel: The Lighthouse 646-388-6612

Grace Institute 212-759-1007school@fiaf.org / Fax: 212-527-2678

Mon - Thu 9:30am - 7:30pmFri (Lighthouse) 9:30am - 6pm

Sat 9:30am - 1:30pm / Sun closed

Library (Temporary Location) Grace Institute, 1233 Second Avenue

(between 64th & 65th Streets)reference@fiaf.org / Tel: 212-759-1120

See page 20 for library hours.

Administrative Offices (Temporary Location)The Lighthouse, 111 East 59th Street - 12th Floor

(between Park & Lexington Avenues)reception@fiaf.org

Tel: 212-355-6100 / Fax: 212-935-4119Mon - Thu 9am - 8pm / Fri 9am - 6pm

Sat 9am - 2pm (starting Oct 1st)Sun closed

SEPTEMBERTUE 6 Conversation: Rendez-vous........................................... p.18MON 12, TUE 13, WED 14, THU 15, FRI 16

French Classes: Registration.........................................p.19TUE 13 CinémaTuesdays: Céline et Julie vont en bateau......p.13FRI 16 A La Carte: The Essence of Style................................ p.8MON 19 Free: Season Preview...................................................p.16TUE 20 CinémaTuesdays: L’amour en fuite &

Antoine and Colette..................................................... p.13Conversation: Rendez-vous........................................... p.18

MON 26 Conversation: Café Philosophique...............................p.18TUE 27 CinémaTuesdays: Le portrait croisé.............................p.13

Meet the Director: Madeleine Gobeil-Noël............... p.13WED 28 A La Carte: Petrossian Caviar......................................p.9FRI 30 Theater: Liaison Transatlantique................................ p.4

OCTOBERSAT 1, SUN 2

Theater: Liaison Transatlantique................................ p.4TUE 4 A La Carte: Behind the Scenes at NYCO................... p.6

CinémaTuesdays: Le placard......................................... p.14Conversation: Rendez-vous........................................... p.18

THU 6 Perspectives: Explorer Gilles Elkaim.......................... p.17TUE 11 CinémaTuesdays: La femme d’à côté &

Le dernier métro............................................................p.14WED 12 A La Carte: New York’s Gilded Age............................ p.10MON 17 Conversation: Café Philosophique...............................p.18TUE 18 CinémaTuesdays: Sous le soleil de Satan &

Police..............................................................................p.15 Conversation: Rendez-vous........................................... p.18

MON 24, TUE 25, WED 26, THU 27French Classes: Registration.........................................p.19

MON 24 Special Screening: Retour de flamme..........................p.12TUE 25 CinémaTuesdays: Buffet froid........................................p.15MON 31 A La Carte: Peter Mayle................................................p.11

NOVEMBERTUE 1 Conversation: Rendez-vous........................................... p.18TUE 8 CinémaTuesdays: Mon oncle d’Amérique...................p.15WED 9 A La Carte: Behind the Scenes at NYCO................... p.7FRI 11 A La Carte: Modernism Preview................................. p.10FRI 11, SAT 12, SUN 13

Theater: Commentaire d’amour...................................p.5TUE 15 CinémaTuesdays: Jean de Florette...............................p.15WED 16 Perspectives: Benjamin Franklin................................. p.17THU 17 Beaujolais Nouveau Fête............................................p.9MON 21 Conversation: Café Philosophique...............................p.18TUE 22 CinémaTuesdays: Camille Claudel............................... p.15TUE 29 CinémaTuesdays: Le camion......................................... p.15

Special Event: The UN Turns 60....................................p.12Programs and dates subject to change.

The last leg of any journey often seems the longest. Now that

we are in the final phases of our renovation I want to thank you

again for your patience and support. When the French Institute

Alliance Française returns to 22 East 60th Street in January 2006,

I know that you will be delighted with the innovative and inviting

new space.

We are pleased with our exciting fall season and I cordially invite

you to join me on Monday, September 19, from 6-8pm in Tinker

Auditorium for a preview presented by Cécile Peyronnet, our new

Vice President of Cultural Affairs. I will also give you an update

on the renovations, and a reception will follow. Please call

646-388-6681 to reserve by September 15th.

The French Institute Alliance Française is proud to participate in

Act French: A Season of New Theater from France. This is the first

large-scale French theater festival in the U.S. in which many of

France’s most exceptional theater artists and playwrights will be

presented on New York stages. In this calendar you will find

details on our Act French presentations, as well as our expanded

A La Carte series, our popular CinémaTuesdays—featuring a

series of Gerard Depardieu films—and so much more . . .

Come and enjoy French moments with us!

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Directed by Jean-Marie Besset, winner of the 2005 Grand Prix du Théâtre of the Académie Française

After the sudden death of the man heloves, Guillaume, a highly ranked civilservant of the Ministry of Finances,makes a big mistake: he allows Mathilde,his best friend from childhood, tobecome part of his life again. She hasalways been in love with him, whereas

he only wants her as a confidante. Commentaire d’amour chronicles three years of their lives, starting with their reunion.

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Fri, September 30 & Sat, October 1 at 8pmSun, October 2 at 5pm

Liaison Transatlantique: Letters of Simone de Beauvoirto Nelson Algren

Fri, November 11 & Sat, November 12 at 8pmSun, November 13 at 5pm

Commentaire d’amourby Jean-Marie Besset

With Mary Stuart Masterson and Richard Thomas

Marie-France Pisier Jean-Marie Besset

Mary Stuart Masterson

Richard Thomas

A one-woman show, based on Fabrice Rozié’s play Transatlantic Liaison

With Marie-France PisierDirected by Sandrine Dumas

Simone de Beauvoir’s romantic liaison withAmerican novelist Nelson Algren started in 1947and lasted three years, but they would keep intouch many years more. They wrote to eachother constantly, as if that would reduce theduration of absence.

Through the voice of French New Wave iconMarie-France Pisier and the atmosphere createdby director Sandrine Dumas, this “LiaisonTransatlantique” lives again—its intimacy, itshappiness, its suffering—in the form ofBeauvoir’s letters to Algren.

In EnglishFlorence Gould Hall 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members, students w/ID, & seniors $20; non-members $25

SPECIAL PARTNER DISCOUNTSFIAF MEMBERS: SAVE $5 on tickets for Act French productions at the Ohio Theatre (66 Wooster St)and 59E59 Theaters when you show your FIAF membership card at their box offices.

SOHO THINK TANK @ THE OHIO THEATRE AND 59E59 THEATERS MEMBERS: SAVE $5 on tickets for Act French productions at Florence Gould Hall when you show your membership card at FGH box office. Partner discounts cannot be combined with other discount offers or applied to previously purchased tickets.

These performances are part of Act French: A Season of New Theater from France. Six months of intriguing ideas and perform-ances from the frontlines of French culture in adventurous theaters citywide, through December 15, 2005. www.actfrench.org

Act French is made possible by the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in the United States, Association Française d'Action Artistique (AFAA), The French Ministry of Culture and Communication, FACE (French American Cultural Exchange),Etant donnés: The French-American Fund for the Performing Arts. Generous support provided by PLAYBILL, The BerlysFoundation, May and Samuel Rudin Family Foundation, Inc.

*ACT FRENCH at Florence Gould Hall subscriptions are available through the FGH box office and by phone through Ticketmaster.

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Meet the Director: Special Film ScreeningTuesday, September 27 at 7pm

Le portrait croisé de Simone de Beauvoir et de Jean-Paul Sartrewith Madeleine Gobeil-Noël

As a primer to the performances of Liaison Transatlantique: Letters of Simone de Beauvoir to Nelson Algren, director Madeleine Gobeil-Noël will introduce her documentary of Beauvoir andSartre (see page 13). The screening will be followed by a question-and-answer session.

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Tuesday, October 4, 7-8:30pm

Behind the Scenes of New York City Opera’s Ariane et Barbe-BleueMeet Paul-Émile Fourny, director of the production; mezzo-soprano Ursula Ferri, who plays La Nourrice; and Cori Ellison, New York City Opera’s dramaturg. Never-before-seen renderings of the sets and costumes will be on display, and live and recorded excerpts will be played. (Performances of Dukas’s Ariane et Barbe-Bleuebegin Thursday, October 6 at Lincoln Center.*)

In EnglishNew York State Theater at Lincoln CenterMeet at the Stage Door located at the corner of Columbus Avenue and 62nd Street at 6:45pmFIAF members, City Opera Subscribers & Patrons $40; non-members $55Tickets must be purchased by Friday, September 30**

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Wednesday, November 9, 7-8:30pm

Behind the Scenes of New York City Opera’s The Little PrinceEnjoy music, literature, and Champagne by candlelight with theopera’s composer, Academy Award-winner Rachel Portman(Emma, Cider House Rules); the director of the production,Francesca Zambello; cast member Joshua Winograde; assistantconductor Liora Maurer; and New York City Opera’s dramaturg,Cori Ellison. Merchandise from the opera will be on sale after theevent and can be autographed upon request. (Performances of TheLittle Prince begin Saturday, November 12 at Lincoln Center.*)

In EnglishTinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members, City Opera Subscribers & Patrons $40; non-members $55Tickets must be purchased by Friday, November 4**

*FIAF MEMBERS: Attend selected NYCO performances of Ariane et Barbe-Bleue and The Little Princeand save 30% off the general admission price!

Your FIAF member discount is valid for these selected performances, only:Ariane et Barbe-Bleue: Friday, October 14 at 8pm & Sunday, October 16 at 1:30pmThe Little Prince: Saturday, November 12 & Friday, November 18 at 8pm

Discount tickets are only available through FIAF’s Office of Special Events: 646-388-6669 or alacartereservations@fiaf.org. Place your order by September 20 for Ariane et Barbe-Bleue and October 25 for The Little Prince.(Cannot be combined with other offers or applied to previously purchased tickets. Subject to availability.)

FIAF’s A La Carte Series of cultural events is

pleased to offer two evenings of special pre-

sentations and panel discussions about new

productions in New York City Opera’s Fall 2005

repertory. Both evenings will include receptions courtesy of

Paul Goerg Champagne.

FIAF members, City Opera Subscribers & Patrons $60;non-members $90**

Special Offer! Save $20 when you purchase bothof these A La Carte events together:

**Purchase advance tickets for A La Carte events at Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.Box office hours: Tue 11am-7pm / Wed-Fri noon-7pm / Sat noon-4pm.Or mail/fax the order form on page 23.Phone and e-mail orders: Contact FIAF’s Office of Special Events at 646-388-6669 or alacartereservations@fiaf.org.

Two Unique Opportunities to Go Behind the Scenes at City Opera

A La Carte

Wednesday, September 28, 6:30-8pm

The Secrets of Petrossian CaviarCaviar is the most lavish delicacy. And Petrossianis the name most associated with superb caviar. During this mouthwatering event, Dimitri Bourrigaut,Managing Director of Petrossian New York, will discussthe history of Petrossian and what it takes to ensuregreat caviar. Michael Lipp, Petrossian’s chef, will prepare a special dish for us to taste. And what betterway is there to enjoy caviar than with Champagne, courtesy of Paul Goerg.

In EnglishCafé Petrossian 911 Seventh Avenue (between 57th & 58th Streets)FIAF members $60; non-members $75Limited seating available. Tickets must be purchased by Monday, September 26*

*Purchase advance tickets for A La Carte events at Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.Box office hours: Tue 11am-7pm / Wed-Fri noon-7pm / Sat noon-4pm.Or mail/fax the order form on page 23.Phone and e-mail orders: Contact FIAF’s Office of Special Events at 646-388-6669 or alacartereservations@fiaf.org.

A La Carte

Cultural historian Joan DeJean,author of The Essence of Style: How the French Invented HighFashion, Fine Food, Chic Cafés,Style, Sophistication, and Glamour[Free Press, July 2005], discusseshow our modern ideas of style andsophistication can be traced backto the reign of King Louis XIV.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase—use it as your guide to all things stylish—and can be signed by the author.

End your evening in good taste at a reception, courtesy of Paul Goerg Champagne.

In EnglishTinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members $15; non-members $20*

*Purchase advance tickets for A La Carte events at Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.Box office hours: Tue 11am-7pm / Wed-Fri noon-7pm / Sat noon-4pm.Or mail/fax the order form on page 23.Phone and e-mail orders: Contact FIAF’s Office of Special Events at 646-388-6669 or alacartereservations@fiaf.org.

Friday, September 16, 5:30-7:30pm

Lecture & Book Signing

A La Carte

SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, November 17

Beaujolais Nouveau Fête 2005Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!The Beaujolais Nouveau Fête, which celebrates the arrival of the latest vintage and is hosted each year by the French Institute Alliance Française, just keeps getting bigger and better. We will be unveiling the details of this year’s celebration, the best ever, closer to the date.

So, mark your calendar now and be sure to keep checking our website,www.fiaf.org. While you are on-line, subscribe to our e-mail newsletter and we will keep you informed on this and all our exciting events.

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Wednesday, October 12, 10am-noon

Walking Tour of New York’s Gilded Age

Art historian Gertje Utley leads a tour of the Gilded Age’sarchitectural legacy on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. After apresentation at the Cultural Services of the Embassy ofFrance, itself a jewel of the Gilded Age, we will stop at variouslandmark buildings as we walk to our final destination at 91stStreet and Fifth Avenue. An optional lunch together after thetour is not included in the price of this event.

In EnglishMeet at the Cultural Services of the Embassy of France972 Fifth Avenue (between 78th & 79th Streets)FIAF members $20; non-members $35Tickets must be purchased by Tuesday, October 11*

Friday, November 11, 11am-12:30pm

Preview of Modernism 1890-1990: A Century of Style & Design

Catherine and Stéphane de Beyrie, specialists in 20th-century French furniture and owners of Galerie deBeyrie in Soho, are the guides for this preview of theannual Modernism fine and decorative arts exhibit atthe Park Avenue Armory. They’ll take us through thepieces they have on display, as well as share storiesabout their international hunt for uniquely designed,exclusive furniture.

In EnglishThe Park Avenue Armory 643 Park Avenue (between 66th & 67th Streets)

FIAF members $35; non-members $50Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, November 9*

*Purchase advance tickets for A La Carte events at Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.Box office hours: Tue 11am-7pm / Wed-Fri noon-7pm / Sat noon-4pm.Or mail/fax the order form on page 23.Phone and e-mail orders: Contact FIAF’s Office of Special Events at 646-388-6669 or alacartereservations@fiaf.org.

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Monday, October 31 at 7pm

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Treat yourself to an evening with the author of A Year in Provenceand French Lessons as he discusses the pleasures of good bread!

For his latest book, Confessions of a French Baker [Knopf, Oct 2005],Peter Mayle takes us into the Provençal kitchen of Chez Auzet,where slapping, rolling, folding, and twisting dough is an art. Andbread is a masterpiece for the senses. Mayle’s book—subtitledBreadmaking Secrets, Tips and Recipes—is co-authored by fourth-generation baker Gérard Auzet, who shares his family’s history,recipes, and tricks.

Afterwards, you can purchase a copy of Confessions of a French Baker which Peter Mayle will sign for you at a receptioncourtesy of Paul Goerg Champagne.

In EnglishFlorence Gould Hall 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members $15; non-members $20

*Purchase advance tickets for A La Carte events at Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.Box office hours: Tue 11am-7pm / Wed-Fri noon-7pm / Sat noon-4pm.Or mail/fax the order form on page 23.Phone and On-line orders: Ticketmaster 212-307-4100 and www.ticketmaster.com

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CinémaTuesdays

Salute To Act FrenchAs part of Act French: A Season of New Theater From France, César Award-winning actress,author, and director Marie-France Pisier will perform in Liaison Transatlantique: Letters of Simonede Beauvoir to Nelson Algren, a one-woman show based on Fabrice Rozié’s play TransatlanticLiaison. In advance of the performances at Florence Gould Hall on September 30, and October 1& 2, CinémaTuesdays presents the following films. (Please note: Screening times vary from week to week.)

September 13 at 12:30, 4:30 & 8pmCéline et Julie vont en bateau(Céline and Julie Go Boating)Jacques Rivette, 1974.With Juliet Berto, Dominique Labourier, Marie-France Pisier. A shy librarian meets a night-club magician who takes her into a world ofadventure and imagination. Color. 193min. In French with English subtitles.

September 20 at 12:30, 4 & 7pmDOUBLE-BILLL’amour en fuite (Love on the Run)François Truffaut, 1979.With Jean-Pierre Léaud, Marie-France Pisier.In the final film of Truffaut’s Antoine Doinelseries, Antoine continues to run from womanto woman, unable to be faithful. Color. 95min. In French with English subtitles.Preceded by

Antoine and ColetteFrançois Truffaut, 1962.With Jean-Pierre Léaud, Marie-France Pisier.Antoine is in love with Colette in this segmentfrom the anthology film L’amour à vingt ans(Love at 20). B&W. 47min. In French with English subtitles.

September 27 at 12:30 & 4pmLe portrait croisé de Simone deBeauvoir et de Jean-Paul Sartre(Cross Portrait of Simone de Beauvoir andJean-Paul Sartre) Madeleine Gobeil-Noël, 1967.A candid documentary glimpse into the pri-vate lives of the existentialist couple Simonede Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre, two of themost influential and controversial thinkers ofour time. B&W. 60min. In French with English subtitles.Please note: This film will be screened in Tinker Auditorium. See below for a special Meet the Director screening at 7pm.

Special Screenings

Monday, October 24 at 7pm

Retour de FlammeWith Serge BrombergWherever he goes, film preservationist Serge Brombergbrings magic with him: The magic of once-lost film treas-ures found by him in places you’d least expect. Adding tothat magic is the fact he keeps the films selected for hisscreenings secret until the very day of the show. Thisspecial night of silent cinema with live piano accompani-ment has been specifically curated by Bromberg forFlorence Gould Hall.

In EnglishFlorence Gould Hall 55 East 59th Street

FIAF members, students w/ID & seniors $10; non-members $15

Presented in collaboration with BAMcinématek who will present an evening with Serge Bromberg, featuring a different program, on October 21.

Tuesday, November 29 at 7pm

The United Nations Turns 60FIAF is proud to welcome the official celebration of the United Nations’ 60th anniversary.

Two documentaries by Romuald Sciora from the seriesMonsieur le Secrétaire Général…, devoted to the histo-ry of the United Nations, will be screened. Following thescreening, there will be a panel discussion with StanleyHoffmann, Harvard; Lewis Lapham, Harper’s Magazine;Sashi Tharoor, Under-Secretary-General of the UN forCommunication and Public Information; Sir BrianUrquhart, former Under-Secretary-General; André Lewin,

former Ambassador of France; and Stephen Schlesinger, Directorof the World Policy Institute and former UN spokesman.

In EnglishFlorence Gould Hall 55 East 59th StreetFREE. Advance reservations are required. Call 646-388-6682 by November 18 to RSVP.Business attire required.

FIAF’s film program ismade possible with publicfunds from the New York

State Council on the Arts, a State Agency.

Program subject to change.

Florence Gould Hall 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members: FREE* ($2 advance tickets); General Public: $9; Students w/ID: $7*FREE member tickets are distributed on the day of the event. Please present your membership card at the Florence Gould Hall box office.

Marie-France Pisier

Meet the DirectorSeptember 27 at 7pmDIRECTOR’S SCREENING OF

Le portrait croisé de Simone de Beauvoir et de Jean-Paul Sartrewith Madeleine Gobeil-NoëlAs a primer to the performances of Liaison Transatlantique: Letters of Simone de Beauvoir to Nelson Algren, director Madeleine Gobeil-Noël will introduce her documentary of Beauvoir andSartre (description above). The screening will be followed by a question-and-answer session.

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October 18 at 12:30 & 6:30pmSous le soleil de Satan (Under Satan’s Sun)Maurice Pialat, 1987.With Gérard Depardieu, Sandrine Bonnaire. A priest tries to save the soulof a teenage girl, who killed the father of her unborn child. Color. 93min. In French with English subtitles.at 3:30 & 9pmPoliceMaurice Pialat, 1985.With Gérard Depardieu, Sophie Marceau. A cop faces an ethical dilemmawhen he meets and falls for a criminal. Color. 113min. In French with English subtitles.

October 25 at 12:30, 4 & 7pmBuffet froid (Cold Cuts)Bertrand Blier, 1979.With Gérard Depardieu, Bernard Blier. In this dark comedy, a man befriends his wife’s killer and a corrupt police chief. Color. 89min. In French with English subtitles.

November 8 at 12:30, 4 & 7pmMon oncle d’Amérique (My American Uncle)Alain Resnais, 1980.With Gérard Depardieu, Nicole Garcia. The real-life actions of two men and one woman are influenced by their on-screen idols. Color. 125min.In French with English subtitles.

November 15 at 12:30, 4 & 7pmJean de FloretteClaude Berri, 1986.With Gérard Depardieu, Yves Montand, Daniel Auteuil. A novice farmerbattles another farmer for control over a natural spring. Color. 120min.In French with English subtitles.

November 22 at 12:30, 4 & 7:30pmCamille ClaudelBruno Nuytten, 1988.With Isabelle Adjani, Gérard Depardieu. The life of Camille Claudel and hertumultuous relationship with fellow sculptor Auguste Rodin. Color. 175min.In French with English subtitles.

November 29 at 12:30pmLe camion (The Truck)Marguerite Duras, 1977.With Gérard Depardieu, Marguerite Duras. A film diary in which thewriter/director of a film in development reads through the script with an actor. Color. 80min. In French with English subtitles.

Florence Gould Hall 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members: FREE*($2 advance tickets) General Public: $9; Students w/ID: $7

*FREE member tickets are distributed on the day of the event. Please present your membership card at the Florence Gould Hall box office.

Program and dates are subjectto change. CinémaTuesdays isprogrammed by Marie Losier.Special thanks to the CulturalServices of the FrenchEmbassy and the FrenchMinistry of Foreign Affairs.

CinémaTuesdays ismade possible withpublic funds from the

New York State Council on the Arts, a State agency.

Special Offer from Bistro 60 (37 East 60thStreet): Present yourCinémaTuesdays ticketstub and receive a 15% discount on your bill. Valid only on date printed on ticket stub.

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October 4 at 12:30, 4 & 7pmLe placard (The Closet)Francis Veber, 2001.With Gérard Depardieu, Daniel Auteuil. A comedy in which an accountantpretends to be gay so that his company, afraid of discrimination laws,won’t fire him. Color. 84min. In French with English subtitles.

October 11 at 12:30 & 6:30pmLa femme d’à côté (The Woman Next Door)François Truffaut, 1981.With Gérard Depardieu, Fanny Ardant. A happily married man’s life isturned upside down when his former lover, also now married, moves in next door. Color. 106min. In French with English subtitles.at 3:30 & 9pmLe dernier métro (The Last Subway)François Truffaut, 1980. With Catherine Deneuve, Gérard Depardieu. In occupied Paris, a Jewishdirector hides in the basement of the theater while his wife, an actress,stars in a new production with a dashing leading man. Color. 131min. In French with English subtitles.

Gérard Depardieu is one of the world’s most popular, prolific, and ver-satile actors. His memorable performances have earned him numerousnominations and two César Awards for Best Actor (for Le dernier métroin 1980 and Cyrano de Bergerac in 1990, for which he also received anOscar nomination). The films selected for this series are just a few of hiscaptivating performances. (Please note: Screening times vary from week to week.)

Gérard Depardieu Tribute

Le dernier métro

Camille Claudel

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Thursday, October 6 at 7pm

Explorer Gilles Elkaim: The Last Conquest: Crossing the Eurasian ArcticFrenchman Gilles Elkaim recounts his incredible four-year,12,000km solo expedition across the Eurasian Arctic fromNorway to the Bering Strait by way of Siberia, completed in2004. This odyssey by dog sled and kayak is considered tobe the longest non-motorized polar journey.

In EnglishTinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members $8; non-members $12

With the support of the Délégation Générale de l’Alliance Française.

Wednesday, November 16 at 7pm

A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America:Lecture & Book SigningIn 1776, when he was more than 70-years old, BenjaminFranklin was sent to France on a diplomatic mission thatlasted eight years. Hardly able to speak French, he stillmanaged to succeed. In A Great Improvisation: Franklin,France, and the Birth of America [Henry Holt & Co, April2005], Pulitzer Prize-winning author Stacy Schiff delivers a delightful portrait of the time he spent in France. A book signing will follow the lecture.

In EnglishTinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members $8; non-members $12

Monday, September 19, 6-8pm

Fall 2005 Season PreviewA unique opportunity to hear FIAF staff discuss the upcoming sea-son and President Marie-Monique Steckel give an update on therenovations to FIAF’s headquarters on 60th Street. Followed by areception, courtesy of Sieur d’Arques-Toques et Clochers Wines.

In EnglishTinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFREE. Advance reservations are required. Call 646-388-6681 by September 15 to RSVP.

French Film Program for School GroupsAt Florence Gould Hall 55 East 59th StreetFilms are in French with English subtitles.$5 per student; free for New York Public High School students and adultchaperones. Reservations are mandatory and must be made in writing.For more info and reservations: fcave@fiaf.org, 646-388-6688

Wednesday, October 26 at 10:30amLes visiteurs (The Visitors)Jean-Marie Poiré, 1993. With Jean Reno & Christian Clavier. 107min. Recommended for grades 6 through 12.An 11th-century knight and his servant are accidentally transported to con-temporary times by a mad sorcerer. A real “generation gap” occurs whenthey encounter their descendants!

Wednesday, November 16 at 10:30amCyrano de BergeracJean-Paul Rappeneau, 1990. With Gérard Depardieu & Anne Brochet. 137min. Recommended for grades 9 through 12.Depardieu in one of his most outstanding performance as Cyrano deBergerac, a Gascon poet, too ugly to be loved.This film is presented with the support of the Cultural Services of the French Embassy.

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Rendez-vousAre you looking for a welcoming, informal environment to practice speaking French? If so, come to Rendez-vous. NativeFrench-speaking moderators keep the conversation flowing. All are invited, from beginning to native speakers. Wine, soda, and snacks are served.

Tuesday, September 6 & 20 6-8pmTuesday, October 4 & 18 6-8pmTuesday, November 1 6-8pm

Tinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members $6; non-members $12

Café PhilosophiqueA monthly forum for contemporary French intellectual and cultural exchange hosted by philosophers Yunus Tuncel andCatherine Dessalles. Participation in French is encouraged, but exchange in English is welcome.

Monday, September 26 6:30-8:30pmQuel rôle jouent l’excès et l’extase dans la culture ?What is the role of excess and ecstasy in culture?

Monday, October 17 6:30-8:30pmQue représente la figure de Socrate pour l’histoire de la philosophie ?What does the figure of Socrates represent in the history of philosophy?

Monday, November 21 6:30-8:30pmQu’est-ce que la compassion ?What is compassion?

Tinker Auditorium 55 East 59th StreetFIAF members $6; non-members $12

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Language Center

Programs for Adults Fall 2005 • 5- & 11-week courses for beginning, intermediate, andadvanced levelsClasses start September 19

In-person registration:Monday September 12 11am-7pmTuesday September 13 11am-7pmWednesday September 14 11am-7pmat Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street

Thursday September 15 11am-7pmFriday September 16 11am-4pmat The Lighthouse, 111 East 59th Street, 12th Fl.

Fall 2005 • 5-week intensive courses for beginnersClasses start October 31

In-person registration:Monday October 24 11am-6pmTuesday October 25 11am-6pmWednesday October 26 11am-6pmThursday October 27 11am-6pmat The Lighthouse, 111 East 59th Street, 12th Fl.

Winter 2006 • 5- & 11-week courses for beginning, intermediate, andadvanced levelsClasses start January 9, 2006

In-person registration:Tuesday January 3 11am-7pmWednesday January 4 11am-7pmThursday January 5 11am-7pmat Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street

Workshops for AdultsBeginning-Level Workshops• “Bon voyage” One-day immersion for travelers

(October 21 and December 2)• 101 “boost” workshops• FREE 101 tutorials each Friday

Intermediate- and Advanced-Level Workshops• French technology• “French through the Arts” with Pascale Vassy:

Manet & Modernity; Cézanne: Rebel and Genius; andFrench Orientalism: Delacroix in Algeria, Matisse in Morocco

• Creative Writing Workshop with François Bon (October 20)• Translation Workshop with Ellen Sowchek (September 29)• “Joies de la dictée” Grammar Workshops with Annie Heminway

NEW Courses This Fall• French with TV5 levels 200 and 300• Introduction to French Cinema

Programs for ChildrenContact Sandrine Le Vechen, Children’s Program Coordinator, at slevechen@fiaf.org or 646-388-6625 for information on FIAF’s programs for children.

RegisterOn-line:www.fiaf.org

Fax:212-527-2678

Phone:212-355-6100

Visitwww.fiaf.orgfor a complete listing of over 200 French courses from beginners to advanced.

Holiday ClosingsThere will be no classes Thanksgiving week:Nov 21 - 26and Dec 11 - Jan 7

Travel &Speak French

New OrleansNov 17-20 MoroccoDec 9-17Contact Annie Heminway at: hemmah@aol.com or 212-340-9438.

LocationThe FIAF library is temporarily located at the Grace Institute, 1233 Second Avenue, 3rd floor, between 64th and 65th Streets.

HoursMonday-Thursday: 1:30-8pmSaturday: 9:30am-1:30pm (starting October 1st)Friday & Sunday: Closed

Drop-Off BoxAll items must be returned to the Library at Grace Institute. For your convenience, the Library Drop-Off Box is located on the first floor at Grace Institute.

Summer Loans are Due Back Thursday, September 15!After this date, a fine of 20¢ per book per day will be added to your account.

Programs for ChildrenL’heure du conte is a storytime program held entirely in French for children 3-6 years old, open to members only. Space is limited. Contact Ronda Murdock at 212-759-1036 or rmurdock@fiaf.org to reserve a space, beginning one week prior to the date. Wednesdays, 3:45-4:30pmSeptember 21; October 5, 19; November 2, 16, 30

French Videos & DVDsWe have a large collection of French films on video and a growing DVD collection. Check the lists of the available titles atwww.fiaf.org/library/cinema.htm. A selection of Avant-Scène du Cinéma movie scenarios are also available for loan—a useful tool for students of French.

New Acquisitions E-ListSubscribe to our bi-monthly new acquisitions list by sending an e-mail to rmurdock@fiaf.org.

French Books for SaleA selection of French books is for sale at the library for $1 each. To donate books, please call 212-759-1036.

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French Library Membership

Interested in attending the events featured in this calendar?

Why Not Become a FIAF Member?

Among the benefits at all levels of membership:• FREE admission to CinémaTuesdays• Discount to FIAF events• Full borrowing privileges at the FIAF Library

Attending FIAF events is a way of showing support for our programming. Joining FIAF as a member is a commitment to our long-term success. Your generosity plays a very important role in assisting FIAF’s mission to promote French andFrancophone culture.

Membership Levels

We offer multiple levels of membership to suit your ability to give.Contact the Membership Department at 646-388-6669 or membership@fiaf.org for more information.

ASSOCIATE (100% tax deductible)Individual $75 ($60 for seniors 65 & over and students w/ID)Family $115 ($85 for seniors 65 & over and students w/ID)

FRIENDS OF FIAFContributing $175 ($145 tax deductible)Supporting $275 ($215 tax deductible)Sustaining $500 ($410 tax deductible)Patron $1,000 ($880 tax deductible)

Member Discounts From Our Partners

10% Discount* at Fauchonretail store and restaurant442 Park Avenue (at 56th Street)212-308-5919Visit the Fauchon website at www.Fauchon.com

15% Discount* at Bistro 6037 East 60 Street (between Park & Madison Avenues)212-230-1350Visit www.bistro60.com for full menu.

*Valid FIAF membership card must be presented.

FIAF Members have complete borrowing privileges at our library, which offers French-language multimedia items, materials for learning French, periodicals and newspapers, selected novels and non-fiction works, and a children’s collection. Please bring your membership card for all transactions. Contact 212-759-1120 or reference@fiaf.org for more information.

The French Institute Alliance Française receives generous support from The Fribourg Foundation and The Society of the French Legion of Honor.

The cultural programs of the French Institute Alliance Française receivegenerous support from The Florence Gould Foundation, The Peter JaySharp Foundation, and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy.

Film programs of the French Institute Alliance Française are made possiblewith public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a Stateagency.

The commitment and dedication of our corporate members ensure FIAF’scontinued ability to maintain our consistently high-quality cultural andeducational programs.

American AirlinesBICBNP ParibasBrunschwig & Fils, Inc.IXISsm Capital MarketsCalyon (formerly Crédit Lyonnais)Dassault Falcon JetFauchon, Inc.France TélécomHachette Filipacchi Media U.S.L'Oréal USA, IncOddo Securities Corp.Pall CorporationSociété GénéraleTV5

For information on corporate membership and/or corporate sponsorshipopportunities please contact the External Affairs Department: Emily Brouwer at 646-388-6680 or corporatemembership@fiaf.org.

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Members receive discounts to FIAF events, borrowing privileges at the FIAF Library, free admission toCinémaTuesdays, 4 issues of France-Amérique, and many more benefits. For more information on your memberbenefits visit www.fiaf.org.

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The French Institute Alliance Française is pleased to introduce our newpartner for translation services: The Language Lab, a highly regardedtranslation agency in New York that has been providing language services to government agencies and private businesses since 1972.

The Language Lab offers high quality, competitive prices, and prompt,personalized service. They have expertise in more than 75 languages and dialects, and provide additional services such as interpretation, credentialing, desktop publishing, and website localization.

For information about their programs and services, visit their website at www.thelanguagelab.com. In order to find out more details or to obtain a free quote, contact Nicole Cee at 212-697-2020, ext. 236, or nicole@thelanguagelab.com.

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