Friday, August 28, 2026 From 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM Add to Calendar 2026-08-28 18:00:00 2026-08-28 20:00:00 Ciné Club Series: Manon des sources by Claude Berri Set amid the sun-drenched hills of Provence, Claude Berri's Manon of the Spring is a moving story of justice, forgiveness, and the enduring consequences of human choices. French Library, 53 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA, United States America/New_York
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About Claude Berri
Claude Berri (1934–2009) was one of the most influential figures in modern French cinema, acclaimed as both a director and producer. Originally trained as an actor, he began directing in the 1960s and won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film for Le Poulet (1965). Over a career spanning more than four decades, he directed acclaimed films including The Two of Us (1967), Uranus (1990), Germinal (1993), and Lucie Aubrac (1997),.
Released in 1986, Jean de Florette and Manon of the Spring represent the pinnacle of Berri's filmmaking. Shot simultaneously on location in Provence and adapted from Marcel Pagnol's celebrated novel, the two films became international critical and commercial successes. Praised for their breathtaking cinematography, unforgettable performances, and profound exploration of human nature, they introduced generations of audiences to one of the great stories of French literature.
About Barbara Bouquegneau
Barbara Bouquegneau is the President and Executive Director of the French Library. She holds a Master of Science in Film Production from Boston University and has curated the Library’s cinema program for many years, offering local audiences a rich selection of French films. Her passion for cinema and cultural dialogue continues to foster thoughtful conversations around both contemporary and classic works of French filmmaking.
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