Festival du Film de Société
Festival of committed cinema questioning contemporary societal issues
About Festival du Film de Société
The Festival du Film de Société in Royan is a committed film event that questions the human and societal issues of our time. Organized in early December, it offers a selection of films by committed directors, with meetings, open debates, and an award given by high school students. A place for accessible and warm dialogue and reflection.
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A committed film festival
The Festival du Film de Société de Royan questions contemporary human and societal issues by giving a voice to committed filmmakers. Organized by the association Royan Fait Son Cinéma, the festival takes place in early December at the Cinéma Lido in Royan and the Salle Michel Legrand in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer.
A rich and diverse program
The edition offers a selection of about thirty films questioning major societal issues. The festival regularly highlights foreign cinematographies, such as Spanish cinema, and offers previews in the presence of film crews.
Meetings and debates
The festival aims to be a place for dialogue and exchange with meetings with film crews and open debates on major societal issues. A Youth section allows high school and university students from the region to select films and award their own prize, fostering critical awareness among young viewers.
Festival du Film de Société — edition 2026
Committed film festival questioning societal issues
2026 Edition
The 6th edition of the Festival du Film de Société will take place from December 2 to 6, 2026, at the Cinéma Lido in Royan and the Salle Michel Legrand in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer, with a selection of committed films and meetings with directors.
Highlights Festival du Film de Société 2026
- Selection of committed films
- Previews and meetings
- Open debates on societal issues
- Youth Award presented by high school students
- Warm and accessible atmosphere
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Practical information — Festival du Film de Société
Practical information
Venues
Cinéma Lido, Royan
Salle Michel Legrand, Saint-Palais-sur-Mer
Access
- Cinéma Lido: Royan city center
- Salle Michel Legrand: 13 rue du Logis Vert, Saint-Palais-sur-Mer
- Parking near both sites
Prices
- Festival pass
- Single tickets
- Reduced rates available
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Cinéma Lido / Salle Michel Legrand
Cinéma Lido, 17200 Royan