Date: 03 Nov 2023, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (GMT-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
La Fine Fleur/ The Rose Maker (2020)
By Pierre Pinaud with Catherine Frot, Olivia Côte, Vincent Dedienne In French with English subtitles.
This colorful and touching comedy is about Eve, an independent rose farmer who inherited her father’s flower nursery near Paris and takes desperate measures to stay in business. She hires three outcasts with no experience in gardening but strong work ethic. Eve and her new team of misfits discover unexpected sources of inspiration and personal connection. Observing beauty, the characters grow and develop.
The bilingual introduction and the discussion will be led by Hélène Laroche Davis, Professor of Film Studies.
French Food, wine and networking at 6:30pm before viewing the film together. Buffet by Fabrique Délices, Frenchery and AF Silicon Valley.
AF Members: $10 - Nonmembers: $15 - At the door: $20
Tickets are non refundable.
6:30pm |
Reception |
7:15pm |
Introduction by Hélène Laroche Davis, PhD followed by movie |
9:20pm |
Q & A - Bilingual discussion |
Emerson School 2800 W. Bayshore, Palo Alto. Entrance to the Ciné-Club is at the back of the school,
accessible from the end of the parking lot behind the building.
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