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This is a Federation of Alliances Françaises USA-hosted event. You must register at the following link on the Federation's site to attend this session.

https://www.afusa.org/event-rsvp/french-cinematheque-la-piscine/

You should not register on the AF-Richmond's site.

Event begins at 4pm PT / 5pm MT / 6pm CT / 7pm ET March 23, 2026

One Film One Federation (OFOF), in collaboration with Telescope Film, presents French Cinémathèque – a celebration of Francophone cinema offering a curated selection of monthly films from January – December, 2025. AF Chapter members worldwide can enjoy the monthly selection on specified streaming platforms followed by a free hosted discussion in English with Peter Debruge, Chief Film Critic of Variety.

Telescope Film, the only site in the US exclusively for international film and TV, now offers a dedicated page for France. Looking for a particular French film or show? Search our comprehensive database to find out if it’s streaming in the US and where. Not sure what to watch (as long as it’s French!)? See what’s new and what’s popular from France, or browse our curated content – there’s a new themed collection every month. From the classics of the French New Wave to the latest series, the French page on Telescope is a home for fans of French film and TV.

March 23, 2026: La Piscine / The Swimming Pool (1969)
Director Jacques Deray
Cast Romy Schneider, Alain Delon, Maurice Ronet, Jane Birkin, Paul Crauchet, Steve Eckardt
Genre Crime, Drama

Lovers Jean-Paul and Marianne are enjoying their summer vacation at a sunny St. Tropez villa. During their idyllic trip, Marianne invites over her former lover, Harry, and his teenage daughter, Penelope. Predictably, tensions begin to rise as soon as Harry and Penelope arrive.

Discussions will usually take place on the fourth Monday of each month. Participants are encouraged to watch the film via streaming before attending the discussion. The Zoom link will be sent out via email after registration.

For AATF members: the AATF office will send certificates of attendance to members who request the certificate and provide a screenshot. Please email: staff@frenchteachers.org.

French Cinémathèque: La Piscine