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French film producer Nicolas Altmayer and Dior PR director Mathilde Favier died in a car crash in western France after their vehicle collided with a truck while overtaking another car; authorities opened an investigation into involuntary manslaughter by a driver. Altmayer and Favier were prominent figures in French cinema and Dior’s communications, respectively.
Nicolas Altmayer, 61, a leading French producer behind OSS 117 and other major French films, and Mathilde Favier, 57, Dior Couture’s public-relations chief, died in a car crash in western France when their vehicle overtook another and collided with a heavy goods vehicle; a probe for involuntary manslaughter has been opened. They were traveling from Cabourg to Île de Ré, and tributes poured in from industry peers.
Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada says he will no longer work with hundreds of cinema professionals who signed an open letter opposing owner Vincent Bolloré’s growing control of Canal+, Studiocanal, and other media, effectively blacklisting signatories such as Juliette Binoche and Adèle Haenel as Bolloré’s media empire expands; the letter warned of a fascist takeover and the risk to French cinema’s independence.
Nathalie Baye, the acclaimed French actress known for Day for Night and later in Catch Me If You Can and Downton Abbey: A New Era, died in Paris at age 77 after complications from Lewy body dementia, her family said. Born in Normandy in 1948 and trained at the Conservatoire, she built a five‑decade career that earned César Awards and included the likes of The Return of Martin Guerre and Venus Beauty Institute; she also appeared in the U.S. production And the Band Played On and on the French series Call My Agent! with her daughter Laura Smet. She is survived by Smet and other family.
Nathalie Baye, the renowned French actress known for Downton Abbey: A New Era and Catch Me If You Can, died in Paris at 77 from complications of Lewy body dementia. A prolific star who began in the 1970s and appeared in more than 80 films, she won César Awards for Every Man for Himself, Strange Affair, La Balance and The Young Lieutenant, and is survived by her daughter Laura Smet; French President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute.
Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague leads the Cesar Awards 2026 with 10 nominations across major categories after a Cannes world premiere and Netflix acquisition; it faces competition from films like L’attachement, Case 137, The Great Arch and The Little Sister, with Camille Cottin set to host and Jim Carrey to receive an honorary Cesar.
Richard Linklater’s French-language, black-and-white drama Nouvelle Vague leads the 2026 César Awards with 10 nominations, followed by three French titles with eight nominations each (L’Attachement, Dossier 137, L’Inconnu de la Grande Arche), all contending for best film alongside It Was Just an Accident; winners will be announced at the Feb. 26 ceremony in Paris.
Crowds gathered in Saint-Tropez to bid farewell to film legend Brigitte Bardot, who was buried overlooking the Mediterranean after a modest funeral, with notable attendees including Marine le Pen and Aurore Bergé. Bardot, renowned for her roles in French cinema and later activism for animal rights, passed away at 91, leaving a complex legacy marked by her contributions to film and controversial political views.
Brigitte Bardot, a legendary French actress and sex symbol of the 1960s who later became a militant animal rights activist and far-right supporter, has died at age 91 in France. Her career spanned over two decades with iconic films like 'And God Created Woman,' and she later gained notoriety for her outspoken political views and activism, which included anti-immigrant sentiments and racial hatred convictions. She was also a prominent supporter of animal rights, founding a major organization and campaigning globally for animal welfare.
Brigitte Bardot, a legendary French actress known for her roles in 1950s and 60s cinema and as a symbol of sexual liberation, has died at age 91. She left her film career to dedicate her life to animal rights activism, founding the Brigitte Bardot Foundation. Her legacy is complex, marked by her cultural impact and controversies over her outspoken views. She is mourned by political leaders, activists, and fans worldwide.
Brigitte Bardot, a legendary French actress and singer known for her iconic role in post-war cinema and later controversial political activism, has died at 91. She shifted her focus from acting to animal rights and far-right politics, facing multiple legal issues for her racist remarks. Her legacy is marked by her influence on film and her polarizing political views.
Brigitte Bardot, a legendary French actress and sex symbol who transitioned into a passionate animal rights advocate, has died at 91. She was known for her influential roles in 1950s and '60s cinema, her iconic fashion and rebellious persona, and her later activism for animal welfare, despite controversies over her political views. Her legacy endures through her contributions to film, culture, and animal rights.
Brigitte Bardot, a legendary French actress and sex symbol who revolutionized 1950s cinema with her sensual image and bold performances, later became a passionate animal rights activist. Despite her iconic status, her later years were marred by legal issues related to her controversial political views and statements. She passed away at 91, leaving a complex legacy as both a cultural icon and a figure of controversy.
Claudia Cardinale, a renowned actress known for her roles in 1960s cinema including Fellini's '8½' and 'The Pink Panther,' has died at age 87 in Nemours, France.
Kristen Stewart discussed her favorite French films and their influence on her as an artist during a masterclass at the Deauville Film Festival, highlighting movies by Breillat, Carax, Haneke, and Kieślowski, and sharing insights into her filmmaking journey.