Deauville American Film Festival

The Deauville American Film Festival: 50 Years of Cinema

Since 1975, the Deauville American Film Festival has established itself as the largest film event dedicated to American cinema outside the United States. Created to promote independent American cinema in France, it has become a true cultural institution over the decades, attracting Hollywood stars, emerging directors, and film lovers from around the world.

An Exceptional Program

For ten days, the Centre International de Deauville (CID), the Casino Cinema, and the Morny Club Cinema host nearly 170 screenings and events. The official competition highlights independent American cinema, while the "Premières," "Windows on the World," and "Les Docs de l'Oncle Sam" sections offer a comprehensive panorama of American film production.

The festival is famous for its tributes to cinema greats, its exclusive preview screenings, and the presentation of the Deauville Talent Award. Special events like the Bar de la Mer and the "Soirées sur les Planches" complete this unique cinematic experience.

A Popular and Professional Festival

Beyond the artistic programming, the festival is a major professional gathering, welcoming over 500 accredited professionals and a hundred American guests. It is the only festival in the world to offer 24-hour screenings, making each edition a total immersion in American cinema.