The film we have chosen this year for our post-primary schools screenings as part of our 37th Cork French Film Festival is Le Panache (Jennifer Devoldère, France, 2024, in French with English subtitles).

Synopsis:
When Colin enters his new secondary school, he’s filled with anxiety. Stammering and unsure of himself, he fears he won’t fit in with his classmates. His life changes when he meets Monsieur Devarseau, his lively French teacher, who helps him find his voice — both literally and figuratively.
With newfound confidence and a group of friends by his side, Colin takes on an exciting challenge: performing Cyrano de Bergerac in front of the whole school...

Awards: Best Film, Children’s Jury Prize, Montreal International Children’s Festival,Canada.
Audience Award, Cabourg Film Festival, France.

Screenings in Cork City (10th & 11th March), Mallow (10th March) and Midleton (12th March).
Due to popular demand, ONE MORE SCREENING MORNING ADDED for Cork City: 12th March.

€7.50 per student; DEIS schools concession: €6.50 per student.
Free for accompanying teachers.
Early booking is advised.

A free French teaching resource for this film has been created by the AIPLF (Irish Association of French-Language Teachers):
https://aiplf-ireland.com/2026/02/21/ressource-pour-le-film-le-panache-dans-le-cadre-des-seances-scolaires-du-cork-french-film-festival/

To book, please contact the cinema directly (please see details below):