Photo : ©Les gens d'ici- Sébastien Rastoix- William Denayre
Local People: screening and meeting
The documentary film "Local People" explores the Paris of small shops and neighborhood life. The film will be screened for the first time in a subtitled version and will be followed by a meeting with Sébastien Rastoix (co-director with William Denayre).
Bibliothèque Louise Walser-Gaillard (Paris 9th)
Part of the Deaf friendly cultural events Paris programme
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with LSF/FR interpreters present
Synopsis:
Michel, Jeannine, Fanfan, Rustem, and Eliane each own a small business in Paris and have a visceral attachment to their neighborhood and its inhabitants, an almost loving relationship with their profession. Hair salons, haberdasheries, restaurants, bookstores: these small businesses, not "profitable" in the strict sense, generate life and serve as spaces for advice and discussion. As privileged observers of the social and architectural transformations of their neighborhoods, they now embody a Paris that is disappearing.
Technical specifications:
16/9 HD format
Duration: 52min
French subtitles
Directed by: Sébastien Rastoix and William Denayre
Music: Alexandre Bellando
Mixing: Fréderic Maronnier
Our take on this event
Meet the local shopkeepers who serve as the true custodians of Parisian neighborhood life and its constant evolution. Their small, charming storefronts are more than just businesses; they are the heartbeats of the city. Join this intimate screening to discover a side of Paris that is fading away, yet remains essential.
The Louise Walser-Gaillard library hosts a screening of the documentary "Les gens d'ici", directed by Sébastien Rastoix and William Denayre. This 52-minute film explores the lives of local shopkeepers in Paris, capturing their deep connection to their neighborhoods and their vital role as social hubs. It is a unique opportunity to witness the human stories behind small businesses facing urban change. This event is free to attend and takes place on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00. The venue is wheelchair accessible, and the event includes sign language interpretation for deaf or hard-of-hearing attendees.
Discover the hidden side of Paris through "Les gens d'ici". This 52-minute documentary follows the daily lives of shopkeepers like Michel, Jeannine, and Eliane, whose businesses serve as essential community gathering spots. Through their eyes, the film examines the architectural and social shifts defining the city today, highlighting a vanishing way of life. Featuring a score by Alexandre Bellando, the film offers an intimate look at the people who keep local neighborhoods alive.
The screening will take place on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Louise Walser-Gaillard library in the 9th arrondissement. Doors are open from 19:00 to 21:00, with a discussion session following the film. The event is designed to be fully inclusive, offering French Sign Language (LSF) interpretation throughout the evening. Furthermore, the library is wheelchair accessible, ensuring all guests can enjoy the presentation comfortably. Admission is free, inviting everyone to engage with these powerful stories of local resilience.
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