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Gaumont Marks 130 Years With Academy Museum Retrospective

Classics from Gaumont’s library, including Godard’s ‘Weekend’ (1967) and Carl Theodor Dreyer’s ‘The Passion of Joan of Arc’ (1928), will be screened at the Los Angeles retrospective.
byLily
August 6, 2025
Gaumont Marks 130 Years With Academy Museum Retrospective

Gaumont Celebrates 130 Years with Academy Museum Film Retrospective in Los Angeles

Legendary French studio Gaumont marks its milestone 130th anniversary with an extraordinary month-long retrospective at the prestigious Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, showcasing the studio’s rich cinematic heritage.

A Curated Journey Through Cinema History

The carefully curated program, developed in partnership with the Academy Museum, features 24 exceptional films, including 12 feature-length productions and 12 short films selected from Gaumont’s extensive 1,600-title library. Each screening represents a significant moment in the studio’s illustrious 130-year history, with one program dedicated to each decade.

Opening Night and Special Screenings

The retrospective launches on September 11 with a special invitation-only screening of Jean-Luc Godard’s influential “Weekend” (1967). The opening event welcomes distinguished guests including Gaumont CEO Sidonie Dumas, Gaumont U.S. president Nicolas Atlan, and Academy Museum director and president Amy Homma.

Highlights from the Program

Film enthusiasts can look forward to watching celebrated classics including:

  • Max Ophüls’ “The Earrings of Madame de…” (1953)
  • Henri-Georges Clouzot’s “The Murderer Lives at Number 21” (1942)
  • Carl Theodor Dreyer’s “The Passion of Joan of Arc” (1928)
  • A special silent film collection: “Pioneers of the Screen: Gaumont and the Origins of Motion Pictures” featuring works by Alice Guy-Blaché and Émile Cohl, accompanied by live music from Michael Mortilla

Modern Masterpieces

The retrospective also showcases more recent cinematic achievements, including:

  • Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s rare English-language film “Querelle” (1982)
  • Maurice Pialat’s compelling “Van Gogh” (1991)
  • The entertaining spy comedy “OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies” (2006) featuring Oscar winner Jean Dujardin
  • Trần Anh Hùng’s recent culinary romance “The Taste of Things” (2023)

Industry Leaders Speak

“This collaboration, which reflects the evolution of cinema itself, offers a rare opportunity to reflect on the legacy of our films and inspire future generations of filmmakers and film lovers alike,” stated Sidonie Dumas, highlighting the significance of the retrospective.

Nicolas Atlan emphasized how the event celebrates Gaumont’s rich history while showcasing its ongoing role as a global production powerhouse. Academy Museum director Amy Homma added that the collaboration demonstrates their commitment to celebrating cinema and making film accessible across generations and cultures.

byLily
August 6, 2025