In November, the MK2 Beaubourg, Bibliothèque, and Quai de Seine will come alive with exciting events and some (very) glamorous guests. In keeping with tradition, it’s once again in the heart of these highly sought-after movie theaters in the capital that the selection of the LGBTQIA+ festival Chéries-Chéris will be screened. During this 31st edition taking place from November 15 to 25, 77 feature films (both fiction and documentary) and 76 short films will be celebrated as they vie for one of the seven awards given by the jury.
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The Highlight Films of This 31st Edition
In the world of cinema, special attention is given to the films that open and close festivals. Chéries-Chéris is no exception, and it kicks off its 31st edition on November 18 at MK2 Bibliothèque with a work that received the Best Screenplay Award, "Un Certain Regard" at Cannes 2025: Pillion. This debut feature by English director Harry Lighton tells the story of Colin, a shy and (too) kind young man, and Ray, a dominant charmer. It's a romantic comedy unlike any other, immersing us in the BDSM world of gay bikers with humor, emotion, and transgression.
As for the closing film – also at MK2 Bibliothèque, on November 25 – it will be Julian by Cato Kusters, marking the end of a beautiful edition for Chéries-Chéris. This Belgian production tells a story of love and grief, adapted from the bestselling book by artist and activist Fleur Piere.
A story grounded in reality, featuring the characters Fleur and Julian who fall head over heels in love and embark on a crazy wager: to get married in every country where their union can be legally recognized. Until their journey comes to an abrupt halt…Voir cette publication sur Instagram
Between the two, a multitude of fictions and documentaries will fill these 11 days of intense screenings. We'll keep an eye on Des Preuves d’Amour by Alice Douard, a film that talks about love and family ties from the perspective of someone who isn't pregnant, navigating through tedious procedures and legal recognition. Also on our radar is Bouchra (in the feature film competition), an Italian-Moroccan production by Orian Barki and Meriem Bennani, exploring family and romantic connections.
A festival ever more open to the world
Last year, approximately 19,500 attendees came together to discover the groundbreaking queer productions ready to excite cinema lovers. The audience was mainly LGBTQIA+, of course, but it has been diversifying over the years. This openness is a reminder that the festival is for everyone and genuinely aims to bring all generations together around queer narratives and new cinematic forms.
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The entire Chéries-Chéris program continues the journey into new queer territories. This 31st edition is more globally focused than ever, showcasing a record number of countries, from Brazil to China, including Australia, India, Iran, and the Philippines. The themes of sexuality...eacute;, in terms of gender, identity, or even emancipation touch all corners of the world, once again showing that LGBTQIA+ identities come in many faces and languages.
Chéries-Chéris
From November 15 to 25, 2025
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