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French film evening
An intermediate French film screening with an introduction and optional discussion in French or English, using English subtitles.
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Upcoming classes
2 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
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29 Oct 2026 Thursday | 18:15 - 21:15 | One-day class1 day | StephanieRadet | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £19.00 | Book now |
26 Feb 2027 Friday | 18:00 - 21:00 | One-day class1 day | StephanieRadet | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £19.00 |
Fri 26 Feb, 18:00 - 21:00
1 day1 dayFri 18:00£19StephanieRadetKeeley Street
What Intermediate (B1) French means
At B1 French, learners can deal with most everyday situations and explain experiences, opinions and plans in connected language.
Express an opinion
Je pense que le télétravail est utile, même s’il peut parfois être assez isolant.
I think working from home is useful, although it can sometimes be quite isolating.
Explain a plan
Je veux améliorer mon français afin de pouvoir travailler à l’étranger l’année prochaine.
I want to improve my French so I can work abroad next year.
Tell a short story
Nous allions à la plage quand il s’est mis à pleuvoir, alors nous avons changé de programme.
We were heading to the beach when it started raining, so we changed our plans.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The session begins with an introduction in French before a complete screening of Francis Veber’s 1998 comedy Le dîner de cons. The film is shown in French with English subtitles and is followed by a brief discussion in French or English. The discussion may consider the director’s themes and motivations, while participation in the conversation is optional.
What you'll learn
- Identify some of the themes and motivations associated with the film’s director.
- Follow a French-language feature film with the support of English subtitles.
Is this course right for you?
The event is intended for learners with at least intermediate French listening skills, broadly corresponding to the stated Intermediate (B1) level. It also welcomes people who prefer simply to watch the film, as speaking during the short discussion is not required.
- English subtitles are provided for accessibility.
- The post-screening discussion can take place in French or English.
Before you go
- No materials need to be purchased.
- No work or study outside the session is required.