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Screening / "Neither Dupes Nor Conquered" Program
On the occasion of Ô Féminins, the 2026 edition of the Monte le Son festival, 4 short films centered on female voices are offered to you.
Bibliothèque François Villon (Paris 10th)
About
Intimate, mysterious, committed, or social, this short film program echoes the profound voices of the feminine universe.
It is also an opportunity to discover four works initiated by the Paris National Opera.
🏷️C'est presque au bout du monde (It's Almost at the End of the World) by Mathieu Amalric (Director)
Where the director attempts to capture the concentration of soprano Barbara Hannigan in rehearsal.
Date: 2015 - Duration: 00h16
🏷️De la joie dans ce combat (Joy in This Struggle) by Jean-Gabriel Périot (Director)
A long-form portrait of a group of women for whom singing becomes a vector of resistance and a way to break out of isolation.
Date: 2018 - Duration: 00h22
🏷️Les Divas du Taguerabt (The Divas of Taguerabt) by Karim Moussaoui (Director)
The filmmaker heads into the desert in search of the singers of Taguerabt, a traditional Berber song from the Gourara region.
Date: 2020 - Duration: 00h15
🏷️Hidden by Jafar Panahi (Director)
Since the Islamic Revolution, Opera in the traditional sense no longer exists in Iran. Jafar Panahi searches for these hidden voices.
Date: 2020 - Duration: 00h18
Screening organized in collaboration with:
; Credits: BPIOur take on this event
Forget the usual popcorn flicks and dive into a curated selection of powerful short films that pack a real punch. Each of these visionary projects explores the nuances of resistance and resilience, making for an incredibly thought-provoking cinematic escape.
The François Villon library in the 10th arrondissement hosts a special screening session titled Ni dupes, ni conquises on Friday, November 27, 2026. From 19:00 to 21:00, visitors aged 18 and over are invited to discover a selection of short films that explore themes of social engagement and the feminine voice through music and resistance. This event is entirely free of charge and fully wheelchair accessible. Featuring four distinct documentaries, including works initiated by the Opéra national de Paris, this evening offers a unique look at diverse stories, from the Iranian musical underground to the traditions of the Algerian desert.
Join us on Friday, November 27, 2026, at the Bibliothèque François Villon for the screening program Ni dupes, ni conquises. Taking place from 19:00 to 21:00, this free event is open to adults and offers a poignant exploration of women's experiences and struggles captured through the lens of various filmmakers.
The program features four short films: Mathieu Amalric's C'est presque au bout du monde, Jean-Gabriel Périot's De la joie dans ce combat, Karim Moussaoui's Les Divas du Taguerabt, and Jafar Panahi's Hidden. Each piece provides a different perspective on how song and performance serve as vectors for identity and resistance across different cultures.
This session, organized in collaboration with the BPI, is held in a wheelchair-accessible venue in the heart of the 10th arrondissement.
