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Lebanese cinema comes to Paris!
Experience the rich tapestry of Lebanese storytelling through an immersive cinematic showcase featuring everything from intimate dramas to gripping social thrillers. This is a unique opportunity to engage with visionary filmmakers and discover profound perspectives on history and contemporary society.
Cinéma Élysées Lincoln (Paris 8th)
About
The 6th edition of the Lebanese Film Festival of France lands at the Cinéma Élysées Lincoln in Paris from October 13 to October 18, 2026. This cinematic journey features 47 films, ranging from social thrillers to restored historical works, providing a deep dive into Lebanon's past and present. Attendees can engage with the festival through masterclasses, discussions with directors, and a new audience award for short films. Accessible to visitors aged 18 and over, the event is ticketed and offers a comprehensive look at Lebanese culture and storytelling in the heart of the 8th arrondissement.
47 films, 6 days, perspectives on the Lebanon of yesterday and today
For this 6th edition, the FFLF brings together 47 films, including 30 short films in competition and 17 films out of competition. Premieres, previews, previously unreleased works, and restored films make up a program that explores memory, history, societal transformations, and intimate narratives.
Among the highlights of this edition:
- Nadine Labaki honored, with a retrospective of three iconic films in her presence.
- Plural perspectives on Lebanon, from the south of the country to intimate stories, through social thrillers and questions of gender and representation.
- A Matrimony & Heritage session, dedicated to the transmission and preservation of Lebanon's stories and memories, including a recently restored film to be discovered for the first time.
- Meetings and events: a masterclass by Zeina Sfeir, a conversation with Nadine Labaki, meetings with film crews, and a participatory workshop on film music restoration.
A new audience award
New to this edition, spectators will be able to vote on October 17 and 18 at the Élysée-Lincoln for their favorite short film among the 30 in competition, alongside the awards presented by our jury of professionals.
The winners will be announced on Sunday, October 18, during the closing ceremony.
Guests of this edition
We will have the pleasure of welcoming Nadine Labaki, guest of honor, as well as Zeina Sfeir, president of the jury alongside Marie-Rose Osta, Bachar Mar-Khalifé, Gaia Furrer, Francesca van der Staay, and many other figures from cinema and creation, including Khaled Mouzanar, Nadim Tabet, Ziad Jallad, Marilyne Naaman, Souraya Baghdadi, Nicolas Khoury, Ali Cherri, Mohamad Abdouni, Rania Rafei, Shaden Safieddine Tazi, and Salim Saab.
Our take on this event
From Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, October 18, 2026, the Cinéma Élysées Lincoln hosts the 6th edition of the FFLF. The program includes 47 films, featuring 30 short films in competition and 17 titles out of competition. This collection explores Lebanese history, social shifts, and personal narratives, showcasing a variety of genres including social thrillers.
Nadine Labaki serves as the guest of honor, with a retrospective of three of her significant works held in her presence. The festival also highlights the preservation of Lebanese heritage through a dedicated Matrimoine & Patrimoine session featuring a freshly restored film. Educational highlights include a masterclass with jury president Zeina Sfeir and workshops on film music restoration. On October 17 and 18, the audience will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite short film, contributing to the awards presented during the closing ceremony on October 18.
The jury, led by Zeina Sfeir, includes Marie-Rose Osta, Bachar Mar-Khalifé, Gaia Furrer, and Francesca van der Staay, alongside numerous creative professionals. Please note that attendance is restricted to individuals aged 18 and older. As the event is ticketed, please ensure you have secured your access to these screenings.
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