Magic Lantern Story(ies)

A poetic and joyful itinerary around Prévert and Kosma

Fiona McGown, mezzo-soprano

Jos.phine Ambroselli-Brault, piano

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Let’s go back in time to the origins of light projection, which began in the 17th century with the invention of the magic lantern. Small drawings painted on glass plates appeared enlarged on a white canvas screen, creating a whole fantastical, mysterious and poetic world. These still images would profoundly influence the early days of cinema, which adopted their magical themes and ‘special effects’.

Using authentic 19th-century plates, this ‘cinema-lantern-concert’ presents a live showcase of forgotten treasures—both still and moving images. Meanwhile, on the accordion, Julien Beautemps improvises a wonderful tale where time flows in a way quite different from our own.

FILM SCHEDULE

Les œufs de Pâques de Segundo de Chomón 1907, Pathé frères) distr : FPA Classics
Les ombres chinoises de Segundo de Chomón (1908, Pathé frères) distr : Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé
Kiriki, acrobates Japonais de Segundo de Chomón (1907, Pathé frères) Distr : FPA Classics
Métamorphose du papillon de Gaston Velle (1905, Pathé frères) Distr : FPA Classics
Danse serpentine (anonyme) Distr : FPA Classics

Lieu :

10h30 : Cinéma Le Rexy, Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives
14h30 : Cinéma Le Concorde, Pont-l’Évêque

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Tarif plein : 10€

Etudiants et demandeurs d'emploi : 5€

Jeunes - 18 ans : 5€

Quand : Mardi 28 juillet à 10h30 et 14h30

Durée : 45 min

Age : A partir de 3 ans

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Also to be seen on the same day

11 AM: INATTENDU - "ENCHANTED INTERLUDE IN DOZULÉ"

At the Dozulé market, the voice of Gwendoline Blondeel and the viola da gamba of Mathilde Vialle create an unexpected musical interlude.

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: CONFERENCE

A scholarly yet relaxed lecture by Damien de Carné, professor of medieval literature, to delve into the distant land of the troubadours and trouvères who have
sung about Tristan's desire between the 12th and 14th centuries.

4 PM: CONCERT - "THE HARP, THE POTAMATION POTION AND THE SWORD"

The Apotropaïk ensemble revives the myth of Tristan and Isolde through captivating medieval music played on ancient instruments.

7 PM: CONCERT - "AMOR ETERNO"

Soprano Gwendoline Blondeel, accompanied by viola da gamba and harp, embodies the many faces of love.

IN DETAIL

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Welcome to the Rexy cinema

A true institution in Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, the Rexy cinema is much more than just a movie theater: it's a sanctuary of culture and community. With its intimate atmosphere and neighborhood feel, this place steeped in history passionately cultivates a taste for beautiful images and authentic encounters. The Rexy cinema, located in Saint-Pierre-en-Auge, is an "Art House" cinema. It offers a diverse program, from independent films to major box-office hits, and plays a central role in the cultural life of the region through its themed events and talks.

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Welcome to the Concorde cinema

A true cultural landmark in Pont-l'Évêque, the Le Concorde cinema is a charming destination for all film lovers. Far from impersonal multiplexes, this intimate venue has preserved an authentic and welcoming atmosphere, where each screening becomes a special moment of shared enjoyment. The Le Concorde cinema is located in the heart of Pont-l'Évêque. This local theater offers a diverse program, blending national newsreels, independent films classified as "Art and Essay," and themed screenings, playing a vital role in the local cultural scene.

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After studying history, Anne Gourdet-Marès worked as a projectionist and camera assistant. Passionate about the history of film technology, she has been in charge of the Pathé film equipment collection since 2002, and later of the Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé Foundation. Her research focuses on the history of film equipment and its medium—film. She also organizes educational workshops on the technical inventions of cinema, particularly for young audiences. In September 2015, she created "Le Petit Cinématographe" (The Little Cinematograph), a cinematic experience combining magic lantern shows and silent films. She is the author of the book *Si on allait au cinéma!* (If We Went to the Cinema!), published in February 2018.

Julien Beautemps Nominated for the 2026 Victoires de la Musique awards, winner of the 2023 Francophone Media Young Soloist Prize, and recipient of grants from the L'Or du Rhin, Banque Populaire, and Charles Oulmont foundations, Julien Beautemps is recognized for his musical intelligence, dazzling virtuosity, and mastery (Radio France). Born in 2000, he graduated from the Paris Conservatory (CNSMDP) in 2025 and holds a Master's degree in Solo Performance from the HEMU in Lausanne. Winner of a dozen international competitions (Grand Prix Musical Lauredia 2023, 1st Prize at the PIF Castelfidardo International Competition 2021, 3rd Prize at the World Accordion Trophy 2021), Julien is regularly invited abroad (Japan, Serbia, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain), and to perform on France Musique and RTS. He has been invited to the Radio France Montpellier Festival, La Folle Journée in Nantes, La Folle Journée in Tokyo, Pianoscope Festival, Piano à Riom, Festival de La Vézère, Flâneries Musicales in Reims, Colmar International Festival, and more. He performs with Gautier Capuçon, Philippe Bernold, Eléonore Pancrazi, Lucile Richardot, Romain Leleu, and François Salque. Julien released his first solo album, "Mechanics," on the Nügo label in 2022. "A genius arranger" (Radio France), he revisits Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, Ravel's Boléro, and Mozart's The Magic Flute with guitarist Sotiris Athanasiou on their album "Argos – Masterworks" (November 2025, DiscAuvers). Julien is also a composer and performs his music in concert, with pieces such as Mechanics and his Sonata for the Resurrection, a duo with violinist Thomas Briant. These award-winning and critically acclaimed works contribute to expanding the instrument's repertoire. Alongside his Sonata No. 1 "Inferno" for solo accordion, Julien presents his arrangement of Mozart's Requiem on his upcoming album "Symphonics" (2026, Oktav Records).

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