Screening: Ernest et Célestine

Bring the whole family to the Alliance for a taste of France, right here in Chicago! Step into the enchanting world of beloved 2012 French animated comedy-drama Ernest et Célestine. This screening is the first in a two-part series organized with young families in mind.

Screening: Beyond the Score®—Ravel 'A Portrait'

Calling all AF-Chicago Members: join us for a special event just for you! This season the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will perform an especially large number of pieces by beloved French composers.

Film Screening & Panel Discussion: Dahomey by Mati Diop

November 2021. 26 royal treasures of the Kingdom of Dahomey are about to leave Paris to return to their country of origin, the present-day Republic of Benin. Along with thousands of others, these artefacts were plundered by French colonial troops in 1892.

Ernest & Célestine - A Trip to Gibberitia (Voyage en Charabie)

Bring the whole family for a delightful afternoon as we present the second chapter of the beloved Ernest & Clestine adventure! Follow the charming bear and his spirited mouse friend as they journey to Gibberitia in this heartwarming, beautifully animated tale.