De l'Écrit à l'Écran

De l'Écrit à l'Écran: Cinema Meets Literature

Created in 2012, the festival De l'Écrit à l'Écran is a unique cinematic and literary event in France, which each year explores the deep links that cinema weaves with literature. For a week in September, Montélimar becomes the capital of these two arts, welcoming directors, authors, actors, and thinkers to share their passion with the public.

An Exceptional Film Program

The festival offers a selection of about fifty feature films, including thirty in preview, often with the film crews present. Screenings take place at the Palais des Congrès Charles Aznavour and in various locations in the city. Cinema from around the world is represented, from auteur films to mainstream works, all chosen for their connection to the literary world.

Literary Meetings and Debates

In parallel with the screenings, the festival organizes over 80 meetings with authors, directors, and intellectuals. Masterclasses, round tables, readings, and discussions allow for a deeper reflection on the bridges between writing and image. More than 130 guests from cinema, literature, and the humanities participate in these privileged exchange moments.

A Strong Commitment to Youth

The festival is distinguished by its exceptional commitment to youth. More than 10,000 students and 300 classes, from primary school to high school, participate in school screenings, workshops, and meetings with professionals. This educational component makes "De l'Écrit à l'Écran" a major player in media and cultural education in the Drôme region.

Over 30,000 Spectators

With over 30,000 spectators per edition, the festival has established itself as a major cultural event of the back-to-school season in Drôme provençale. Its 14th edition in 2025 confirmed this momentum with 140 events, including 55 free access events: literary meetings, film encounters, workshops, and professional meetings.

A Festival in the Heart of Montélimar

The festival takes over the Palais des Congrès Charles Aznavour and numerous venues throughout the city of Montélimar. Screenings, meetings, and events are spread across cinemas, cultural spaces, bookstores, and cafes, creating a unique atmosphere where cinema and literature are experienced everywhere, on every street corner.