Screen & Savoir-Faire: French Culture through Film

Screen & Savoir-Faire: French Culture through Film

Course | Available

FIU Biscayne Bay Campus 3000 NE 151st Street, ACI-224 North Miami, FL 33181-3000 United States

AC1-194

anyone

5/2/2024-5/23/2024

10:30 AM-1:00 PM EDT on Th

$100.00

$80.00



Join us for an exhilarating exploration of French culture through the lens of captivating cinema. Over four weeks, immerse yourself in the essence of France as we traverse its diverse landscapes and societies, one film at a time.

From the sun-drenched vineyards of Bordeaux to the bustling streets of Paris, each week unveils a new region, a new story, and a new perspective. You'll be transported to the heart of French life as we watch four iconic films in their original language (with English subtitles), delving deep into the soul of each locale.

But the adventure doesn't end with the credits. Engage in lively post-screening discussions as we dissect the cultural nuances and societal reflections portrayed on screen. Guided by the expert insights of your instructor Valerie Sutter, our conversations will unveil the intricate web of traditions, values, and customs that shape French identity.

And to make our discussions even more enjoyable, every attendee will receive a complimentary OLLI insulated tote bag! Pack your lunch and turn our sessions into vibrant lunchtime discussions, where you can savor not only the flavors of France but also the rich tapestry of ideas and perspectives.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your horizons, ignite your passion for cinema, and discover the captivating diversity of French society. Join us on this unforgettable journey through film, culture, and conversation!


  • OLLI Members save $20.
    You will receive a free OLLI Lunch tote when you sign up for this class. You can choose between red and blue. Please let our OLLI staff know which color you prefer.

     

    Weekly Breakdown:

     

    Week 1: The film Jean de Florette is the quintessential film about Provence.  The beauty and the tragedy of Provence is described in this monumental story about nature, land, money, family ties and greed.

    Week 2: Film Tu Seras mon Fils - A family drama based in the Bordeaux wine region explores the transmission of knowledge and savoir-faire, examines the importance of land and terroir, and challenges the values of honesty and loyalty.

    Week 3: Film Welcome -   This dramatic film which takes place in the North highlights the trials of both migrants and residents of Calais, leaving the viewer to sort through the complicated sentiments of unremitting immigration.

    Week 4La Vache - A hilarious film about a peasant farmer from Algeria whose dream is to attend the annual Salon de l’Agriculture in Paris where he can display his prized cow. 

     



The day after graduating from university with a BA in French, Valerie Sutter headed off to France for what she thought would be a year of polishing her language skills. Twenty years later, she returned home to the US, fluent not only in French but in Portuguese and intercultural relations. She earned her Master’s degree with honors at the Faculté de Lettres de Lyon and shared her passion for language and culture by teaching for thirty years in public and private schools in France, Brazil, and the US. Believing that total language immersion is the best means of understanding another culture and most important, one’s own, she organizes language workshops in France every summer for teachers of French through her own company, The French Traveler. She owns an apartment in Paris where she spends several months of the year, when not otherwise occupied teaching French or ballroom dancing.