Ciné-Club: Eiffel (2021)

Ciné-Club: Eiffel (2021)

By Martin Bourboulon with Romain Duris, Emma Mackey. In French with English subtitles.

This historical drama is based on the life of Gustave Eiffel. After completing the Statue of Liberty, Gustave Eiffel is on top of the world.
Now, the French government is pressuring him to design something spectacular for the 1889 Paris World Fair.
Eiffel design plans change when he crosses path with a mysterious woman from his past. Their long lost forbidden passion inspires him to change the Paris skyline forever.

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.

Event Program

Emerson Montessori 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.