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French Film
A guide to French films on DVD and streaming as well as film studies.
Film Background Info
- Internet Movie DatabaseSearch the Internet Movie Database (IMDB) to find film information like: directors, writers, cast, release date, genre, plot summary, awards, and more.
- Magill's Survey of Cinema, Foreign Language Films byCall Number: PN1993.45 .M34 1985A good print source for information similar to that found in the IMDB, plus it includes analysis and reviews. Eight volumes cover the early 1900s to 1980.
- Magill's Cinema Annual.Call Number: PN1993.3 .M34For foreign films released from 1980 to the present
- Magill's Survey of Cinema, Silent FilmsCall Number: PN1993.45 .M3273 vols.
Information on silent films. - International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers byE-book in 4 vols.
Features thorough coverage of legendary films, actors, actresses, directors, writers, and other production artists through detailed essays and commentary by experts. Entries include biographies, filmographies, comprehensive credits, production information, major awards, and bibliographies. - Schirmer Encyclopedia of Film byE-book in 4 vols.
Movie Reviews
- MetacriticColor-coded reviews from outside sources.
- Internet Movie DatabaseSelect the "Browse" link near the top and browse by International Interests. Films by Country or Films by Language.
- MRQE - Movie Review Query EngineMovie reviews from users and outside sources all in one place.
The Big Award Winners
Who won at this year's César Awards or the Cannes International Film Festival? Check out their archives for previous award winners.
- César AwardsAvailable in French or English.
More About French Films
- uniFrance: Promoting French Cinema WorldwideComprehensive information about French feature length and short films.
- ÉCU, The European Independent Film FestivalA highly esteemed competitive festival intended to bring attention to European filmmakers whose films demonstrate quality, innovation, and independence in form and content.