🎥🇫🇷 Cinéphiles, rejoice! French Movie of the Month including a Q&A with director Blandine Massiet du Biest ! 📽️✨

Mark your calendars for the 25 March at 6:00pm at Lumière Cinemas! We're proud to present "Frances Hodgkins, Anything but a Still Life," a brilliant exploration of the life and art of the celebrated New Zealand painter, Frances Hodgkins.  

Join us for an exclusive screening of the film, followed by a captivating discussion between director Blandine Massiet du Biest and art historian Warren Feeney, who will bring his insights into the film's subject matter, particularly his knowledge about the “Pleasure Garden affair”, which rocked the artistic community of Christchurch. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with both the filmmaker and Warren Feeney, made possible by the generous support of the French Embassy and Lumière Cinemas.

🌟 Synopsis: Frances Hodgkins, a modernist painter, left an indelible mark on the art world. The film traces her footsteps through Europe, unraveling the challenges she faced and her unyielding commitment to her craft. This documentary, featuring insights from experts, creatives, and contemporaries, celebrates Hodgkins' courage and determination. Her legacy continues to inspire and stands as a testament to her pioneering spirit in the arts. 🎨🎬

📆 Date & Time:

• 25th March
• 6:00pm

📍 Location: Lumière Cinemas