3rd Loyola French/ Francophone Film Festival: Dahomey (Mati Diop, 2024)

Loyola University New Orleans’ Francophone Studies Programs warmly invites you to the 3rd French/Francophone Film Festival—a celebration of Francophone cinema and storytelling. Join us for a curated selection of films that blends timeless classics with bold new voices, and highlights the richness and diversity of the Francophone world. From historical intrigue and psychological drama to documentaries and animation, this festival offers a dynamic journey through a wide range of styles, perspectives, and cinematic sensibilities. Held in honor of Francophone Month in March, the festival is also Loyola’s way of sharing a vibrant cultural moment with New Orleans’ thriving Francophone community—and with all lovers of film.