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A Cine-Philo Cycle at the Théâtre de la Concorde
Forget the usual popcorn-movie routine and dive into a series where cult films meet deep philosophical inquiry. By pairing iconic imagery with timeless questions of freedom and identity, this experience turns every screening into a lively debate for curious minds. It is the perfect plan if you want to challenge your perspective while enjoying a unique collective exploration of our humanity.
Théâtre de la Concorde (Paris 8th)
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On Saturday, November 7, 2026, the Théâtre de la Concorde hosts a cine-philosophy session led by writer and philosopher Ollivier Pourriol. This event invites the audience to explore philosophical, political, and existential questions hidden within cinema, covering themes such as freedom, justice, power, and human identity. Rather than a standard lecture, the session fosters a lively conversation where films serve as tools to better understand contemporary issues and our personal human experiences. This intellectually stimulating event runs from 16:00 to 17:30 and is entirely free of charge for all attendees.
A former student of the École Normale Supérieure, philosophy professor, writer, and screenwriter, Ollivier Pourriol has been developing an original approach for several years that creates a dialogue between great cinematic works and major philosophical texts.
Based on one or more films, he invites the audience to explore the philosophical, political, or existential questions hidden behind the images: desire, freedom, power, courage, identity, justice, or our relationship with truth. Far from a lecture, each session takes the form of a lively conversation between cinema and philosophy, where works become tools to better understand our era and our own human experiences.
An invitation to look at the films we love differently and to make cinema a space for collective reflection.
Our take on this event
Philosophy scholar and screenwriter Ollivier Pourriol brings his unique approach to the Théâtre de la Concorde on November 7, 2026. From 16:00 to 17:30, he guides the audience through a dialogue between iconic cinema and core philosophical texts, aimed at uncovering the deeper meanings behind the silver screen.
The session moves away from traditional lecture formats to prioritize a collective, dynamic discussion. By focusing on concepts like desire, courage, truth, and identity, Pourriol encourages participants to view cinema as a practical tool for interpreting current events and the human condition. It is a space designed for reflection and shared discovery.
Located in the 8th arrondissement, this event is free for everyone. It offers a rare opportunity to rethink the movies we cherish and turn the theatre into a space for collective intellectual engagement.
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