MOVIES ON THE ROCKS
3 days of films and concerts in Blain
About MOVIES ON THE ROCKS
Movies on the Rocks arrives at the Cinéma Saint-Laurent in Blain from May 29 to 31, 2026 for an exceptional second edition blending cinema and live music. For three days, the public will be able to discover cult films restored in 4K, rare screenings, exclusive concerts, and prestigious guests such as Cali, Alan Simon, John Helliwell from Supertramp, and Andrea Balestri, Pinocchio from the 1975 film. Conceived as a human-scale festival, Movies on the Rocks offers a unique, friendly, and immersive experience in the heart of Blain.
The Movies on the Rocks festival arrives in Blain for an even more ambitious second edition, from May 29 to 31, 2026 at the Cinéma Saint-Laurent. Conceived by Alan Simon and supported by Cinéma Saint-Laurent in partnership with E.Leclerc Blaindis, the festival offers an original concept combining live concerts and screenings of cult films in a friendly and accessible atmosphere.
The event stands out with a rare and prestigious program, mixing renowned artists and cinematic works that have sometimes become impossible to find. Several films will be screened in 4K restored versions, offering the public exceptional viewing conditions.
Among the guests of this edition are Cali, the festival's patron, Alan Simon, John Helliwell from the band Supertramp, as well as Andrea Balestri, the unforgettable interpreter of Pinocchio in Luigi Comencini's film. All artists will be present to meet the public, sign autographs, and interact with spectators throughout the weekend.
The program will notably feature screenings of Woodstock, The Great Dictator, Soylent Green, Dersu Uzala, and Dead Poets Society, accompanied by exceptional concerts such as Jazz Tramp, Cali & Guests, and Excalibur, the mythical concert.
One of the festival's highlights will be the world's unique screening of The Adventures of Pinocchio (1975), in the presence of Andrea Balestri, with a live interpretation of the film's musical themes after the screening.
Conceived as a popular and demanding cultural event, Movies on the Rocks aims to offer the Blain area an artistic event of national scope, while retaining the warm and local spirit of Cinéma Saint-Laurent.
MOVIES ON THE ROCKS — edition 2026
Movies on the Rocks arrives at Cinéma Saint-Laurent in Blain from May 29 to 31, 2026 for an exceptional second edition combining cinema and live music. For three days, the public will be able to discover cult films restored in 4K, rare screenings, exclusive concerts, and prestigious guests such as Cali, Alan Simon, John Helliwell from Supertramp, and Andrea Balestri, Pinocchio from the 1975 film. Conceived as a human-scale festival, Movies on the Rocks offers a unique, friendly, and immersive experience in the heart of Blain.
Programme MOVIES ON THE ROCKS 2026
The program from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31, 2026:
Friday, May 29 at 8:00 PM
Concert: JAZZ TRAMP with John Helliwell from Supertramp, Alan Simon and Cali
Friday, May 29 at 9:00 PM
Film: WOODSTOCK (1970)
Saturday, May 30 at 3:00 PM - A unique screening in the world
Film: THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO (1975) in the presence of actor Andrea
Balestri (Pinocchio). The film's original soundtrack will be played live after the film.
Saturday, May 30 at 8:30 PM
Film: THE GREAT DICTATOR (1940)
Saturday, May 30 at 10:45 PM
Concert: CALI & GUESTS with Cali, John Helliwell, Alan Simon etc.
Sunday, May 31 at 10:00 AM - Film-Debate
Film: SOYLENT GREEN with a debate on climate change led by director Luc Marescot
Sunday, May 31 at 3:00 PM
Film: DERSU UZALA (1975)
Sunday, May 31 at 5:30 PM
Concert: FRANCIS CABREL'S FAVORITE: ANTOINE TOMÉ
Sunday, May 31 at 8:00 PM
Film: DEAD POETS SOCIETY (1989)
Sunday, May 31 at 10:15 PM
Concert: EXCALIBUR, THE MYTHICAL CONCERT
Practical information — MOVIES ON THE ROCKS
MOVIES ON THE ROCKS - 2026 EDITION
Cinéma Saint-Laurent - Blain
From Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31, 2026
Festival Location
Cinéma Saint-Laurent, 9 rue du 11 novembre - 44130 (Blain)
All screenings, concerts, and activities take place at Cinéma Saint-Laurent in Blain and E.Leclerc in Blain
Bookings
Bookings are open:
- Online at cineblain.fr
- Directly at the cinema box office during opening hours
- Ticket office at E.Leclerc Blain cultural space
No bookings can be made by phone or email.
Tickets purchased online are sent by email and can be resent in case of loss.
Prices
Concert + film: 25 €
(Concert: 20 € / Film: 5 €)
The Adventures of Pinocchio
- Adults: 7 €
- Under 14s: 5 €
“IntéGraal” Pass
The pass allows access to the entire festival:
- The 4 concerts
- The 6 films
Price: 90 € instead of 112 €
Pass limited to 40 copies only.
The pass also includes:
- the official festival poster offered
- a collector's pin
Festival Access
Access to the hall will only be granted upon presentation of the ticket:
- paper version
- or digital ticket
Accepted Payment Methods
- Credit card
- Cash
- Cheque
Important
Works Council (CE) tickets, subscription cards, and usual reduced rates are not valid during the festival.
On-site Catering
Drink and confectionery stands will be available in the lobby and around the cinema throughout the festival.
Information & News
Find all festival information on:
Official Movies on the Rocks page: https://www.cineblain.fr/#OONU21QF
Festival contact:
[email protected]
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Where does it take place — MOVIES ON THE ROCKS
Cinéma Saint-Laurent
9 rue du 11 novembre, 44130 Blain