Jean-François Richet, a 1990 graduate of ESRA, returns to the big screen with *Mutiny*, a new international action thriller starring Jason Statham.
Armand Foëx, an ESRA alumnus, is co-directing his first feature film, “Un grand raccourci”
A 2024 graduate of ESRA, Armand Foëx co-directed his first feature film, *Un grand raccourci*, with Clément Devilliers; the film was released in theaters on August 12.
"De la Comédie-Française," Martin Darondeau's new film, hits theaters
This Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the film *De la Comédie-Française* officially opens in theaters. Co-directed by Martin Darondeau and Bertrand Usclat, this feature film invites us to take a behind-the-scenes look at an iconic institution of the performing arts...
Sacha Vučinić (ESRA 2010) behind the camera for “Léon, Beyond the Gold”
This Friday, July 10, 2026, France Télévisions will air “Léon, Beyond Gold,” a brand-new documentary series co-directed by Sacha Vučinić (ESRA 2010) and Xavier Marchand, father of four-time Olympic champion Léon Marchand. The series consists of three...
Jan Belletti (ESRA 2003): From School to the Set—How ESRA Launched My Career in the Audiovisual Industry
Jan Belletti, co-founder of Sixtine Groupe and a former ESRA student (class of 2003), shares what the program has given him: market insight, a professional network, and concrete projects. Learn more about his journey. From passion to career: Jan’s story...
Now in theaters: “Fils de personne,” the new film by Safy Nebbou (ESRA 1995)
ESRA is pleased to honor Safy Nebbou, a former intern in ESRA’s Professional Training program in 1995, on the occasion of the release of his new feature film *Fils de personne*, in theaters since June 10, 2026, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing...
Laïla Marrakchi (ESRA 1996) has been selected for the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival with "Les Fraises"
Further Recognition for ESRA Alumni ESRA is proud to announce that Laïla Marrakchi, an ESRA graduate from 1996, has been selected this year for the prestigious Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival with her new feature film, *Les*...
ESRA Brussels: A former student wins the Grand Prize at the 2026 Brussels Short Film Festival
A distinguished career, a proven school This is an honor that resonates far beyond the walls of a festival. Victor Ruprich-Robert, a 2020 graduate of ESRA Brussels with a degree in Film, won the Grand Prize in the national competition at the Brussels Short Film...
Maxence Carion (ESRA 2009) has been named a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters
ESRA is honoring one of its alumni, Maxence Carion (ESRA 2009), who was recently named a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters. This prestigious distinction recognizes a career dedicated to the visual arts, the transmission of knowledge, and collective memory. A...
Julien Royal’s (ESRA 2008) new film, “Bagarre,” is now playing in theaters
Julien Royal’s new film, co-written with Nassim Lyes (ESRA 2008), opens in theaters today, Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This theatrical release marks a major milestone in the director’s career, representing the realization of an artistic project...
“Just an Illusion”: Eric Toledano’s (ESRA 1994) new film, now playing in theaters
The new film “Juste une illusion,” directed by Éric Toledano (ESRA ’94), is now playing in theaters. This highly anticipated release highlights the career of a former ESRA student who is now a recognized figure in the film industry. “Juste...”
CÉSAR 2026: ESRA talent at the top of French cinema
César Awards 2026: Carine Tardieu (ESRA 1997) wins the César for Best Film and Best Adaptation. Guillaume Marbeck and Damien Lazzerini also nominated. ESRA proud of its alumni. A historic evening at the César Awards 2026 for ESRA alumni The ceremony...
Daniel Cohen (ESRA 1998) invited to ESRA Thursday: screening of the film "Le Bonheur des uns..." and discussion with students
ESRA Thursday recently welcomed director and screenwriter Daniel Cohen, a former ESRA student, for a special meeting with students. On this occasion, students had the opportunity to watch his film Le Bonheur des uns before discussing it with him...
5 nominations for the 2026 César Awards!
ESRA honored at the 2026 César Awards At the 51st César Awards ceremony, French cinema honors works and talents that illustrate the vitality of contemporary creation. The 2026 edition is particularly notable for the presence of...
Julien Hosmalin, ESRA Côte d’Azur 2009, presents his first feature film, “Sans pitié” (No Mercy).
ESRA is delighted to honor Julien Hosmalin, a former student at ESRA Côte d'Azur in 2009, on the occasion of the theatrical release of his first feature film, Sans pitié, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. This news celebrates an inspiring career and...
Stephen Meance (ESRA 2010) is the cinematographer for Ahmed Sylla's film L'Infiltrée (The Undercover Agent).
ESRA is proud to highlight the career of Stephen Meance, an ESRA graduate from 2010, who is the director of photography for the feature film L’Infiltrée, directed by and starring Ahmed Sylla. A comedy to discover at the cinema. This new film, very...
Aux jours qui viennent : Robin Benisri (ESRA 2011) sound engineer
Director Nathalie Najem unveils her new feature film "Aux jours qui viennent", a drama shot in Nice that opens in cinemas on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Sound director Robin Benisri, a graduate of ESRA Côte d'Azur (ISTS...
SOLEIL NOIR: the Netflix France phenomenon series with an ESRA-trained technical team
Since it went online on July 9, Season 1 of SOLEIL NOIR has been a huge hit on Netflix France, climbing to the top of the most-watched series chart. Filmed in the South of France, this dramatic series is as much a narrative success as...
Prime Video: Heads of State, four ESRA Son alumni reunited on set
Four alumni of ESRA Son's sound section took part in the making of the film HEADS OF STATE, available since July 2 on Prime Vidéo: Santiago PAUL, Chief Sound Operator (Nice 2008), Robin BENISRI, First Assistant Sound Operator (Nice...
VALENSOLE 1965 by Dominique FILHOL (ESRA 2009) opens this Wednesday, July 9, 2025
We are proud to announce the theatrical release this Wednesday, July 9, 2025 of the feature film Valensole 1965, directed by Dominique Filhol (ESRA 2009) and co-written by Edouard BLANCHOT (ESRA 1992). After several acclaimed short films and collaborations in...
Netflix: Quasimodo, the new film by Jean-François Richet (ESRA 1990), shooting this summer with Vincent Cassel
Director Jean-François Richet, an ESRA alumnus, will be shooting for Netflix this summer with an ambitious project: a new adaptation of Notre-Dame de Paris centered on the iconic character Quasimodo. To play the famous hunchback, Jean-François...
Ballerina tops the box office: Romain Lacourbas (ESRA 2001) takes the photography for this John Wick spin-off
Watch the trailer: here This Wednesday, June 4, 2025 saw the theatrical release of Ballerina, the long-awaited spin-off from the John Wick universe, driven by a powerful and elegant visual aesthetic. We are delighted to salute the work of cinematographer Romain...
David MEANTI (ESRA 1996) producer of the ANDOR series, from the Star-Wars universe!
A remarkable career for David Meanti (ESRA 1996), who has established himself as a producer of major international series. Today, he is the producer of Andor, the series based on the Star Wars universe, broadcast on Disney+. This daring political thriller,...
Nicolas Atlan (ESRA 1995) reveals the exceptional cast of High in the Clouds, produced by Paul McCartney
ESRA alumnus Nicolas Atlan, now President of Gaumont USA, is pursuing a brilliant international career in the audiovisual industry. He has just announced the voice cast for the highly anticipated animated film High in the Clouds, produced by Paul...