Alliance Francaise@Prithvi

Take a nostalgic voyage into classic French cinema at "Alliance Francaise@Prithvi," an exclusive film screening hosted at Prithvi House in Juhu, Mumbai. Taking place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026, at 7:00 PM, this highly engaging 1.5-hour event features a screening of René Clément’s 1964 thriller Les Félins, starring icons Alain Delon and Jane Fonda. Presented in its original French language, the screening is completely free to the public on a first-come, first-served basis, offering mature audiences aged 16 and above a unique look at European neo-noir cinema.

Immerse yourself in the golden age of European filmmaking with the latest instalment of the "Alliance Francaise@Prithvi" film series, screening live at Prithvi House in Juhu, Mumbai. Scheduled for Wednesday evening, 19 August 2026, at 7:00 PM, this monthly cultural gathering stems from a successful, long-standing collaboration established between Prithvi Theatre and the Alliance Française de Bombay in 2011. Dedicated to providing local audiences a curated gateway into French literature, theatre, and master directors, entry to the venue is completely free of charge and operates strictly on a first-come, first-served seating basis.

The featured program highlights a screening of the acclaimed 1964 classic crime drama 'Les Félins', directed by the visionary René Clément and running for a tight 1 hour and 36 minutes. The plot follows a petty criminal on the run from the ruthless underground who seeks refuge on the French Riviera. He lands in a local soup line served by two mysterious women, who promptly relocate him to a gothic mansion. As he tries to lie low, he finds himself caught in a dangerous web of seduction and hidden family agendas, all while an unknown culprit attempts to poison him and his murderous former criminal associates close in on his location.

Delivered entirely in its authentic French audio track, the screening is restricted to viewers aged 16 and older to preserve a mature viewing environment. It stands out as an exceptional, pocket-friendly weeknight plan for cinema students, language enthusiasts, and suburban art lovers looking to experience the sharp wit, style, and tension of classic French cinema close to home.