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Prima la Vita, a film by Francesca Comencini at Le Carreau du Temple
Witness the fragile boundary between childhood dreams and the weight of adulthood in this acclaimed Italian masterpiece. Experience the story on the big screen, followed by an intimate discussion with the creative talents behind the camera.
Le Carreau du Temple (Paris 3rd)
About
The Carreau du Temple presents a screening of Francesca Comencini's film Prima la Vita on Tuesday, June 1, 2027. This multi-award-winning feature explores the complex bond between a filmmaker father and his daughter as she transitions from childhood into adulthood. The screening takes place from 19:30 to 21:20 in the 3rd arrondissement. Tickets range from 5€ to 10€, though entry is free for holders of the Carte Carreau.
The Film
Synopsis: A father and his daughter inhabit the worlds of childhood. He speaks to her with respect and seriousness, as if she were a grown-up, and draws her into magical universes overflowing with life and humanity. He is the great filmmaker of childhood and is working on Pinocchio. One day, the little girl becomes a young woman and the enchantment disappears.
Meeting
The screening will be followed by a meeting/debate with professionals who participated in the film: directors, actors, set designers…
More about the film:
- The film was announced in 2021 under the working title Prima la vita, poi il cinema. Filming began in Rome at the end of August 2023.
- The film won multiple awards at the 2025 Silver Ribbons: Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Actress for Romana Maggiora Vergano, Best Actor for Fabrizio Gifuni, and Best Casting Director. It was also screened in the official selection, out of competition, at the 2024 Venice Film Festival.
In partnership with CinéCaro
Prima la vita has the freshness, the urgency of a first film.
Le Figaro,Our take on this event
On Tuesday, June 1, 2027, the Carreau du Temple hosts a special screening of Francesca Comencini's Prima la Vita. First introduced under its working title in 2021, the film was part of the official selection at the 2024 Venice Film Festival and received multiple honors at the 2025 Silver Ribbons, including Best Film, Best Screenplay, and awards for its lead actors, Romana Maggiora Vergano and Fabrizio Gifuni. The story depicts the evolving relationship between a filmmaker father and his daughter, exploring the shift from the magical perspective of youth to the realities of adult life.
The event, held in partnership with CinéCaro, runs from 19:30 to 21:20. Following the film, attendees are invited to a discussion with industry professionals, including directors, actors, and set designers, who will share insights into the production that began in Rome in August 2023.
Tickets are priced between 5€ and 10€. Admission is free for those who possess a Carte Carreau. Please ensure you secure your spot in advance to attend this cinematic event in the heart of Paris.
