When illustrator Jean-Jacques Sempé first drew little imp Nicholas, he knew he had to get his good friend René Goscinny (of Asterix fame) to write the story. As the two artists bring the boy to life, Nicholas himself escapes the page to ask them about their own childhoods. Through these conversations, the friends share stories of early artistic ambition, immigrating to the United States, and family lost to World War II. For those discovering the character for the first time, this is the perfect introduction to their offbeat appeal and the chance to spend time with both creators and creations in a watercolour version of New Wave Paris.

Directed by Amandine Fredon, Benjamin Massoubre
Screenwriters: Benjamin Massoubre, Anne Goscinny, Michel Fessler, René Goscinny, Jean-Jacques Sempé
Producers: Christel Henon, Adrian Politowski, Aton Soumache
Company: On Classics (Mediawan), Bidibul Productions

Saturday 12:40–14:20 “Relaxed Screening”: this is a special movie screening designed for people who are more sensitive to sound, light, or social environments – for example, autistic individuals, those with ADHD, or other forms of neurodiversity. It is created so that everyone can comfortably enjoy cinema, even if regular screenings might cause stress or discomfort. How does it differ from a regular screening?
- The sound will be softer.
- The lights in the hall will not be completely turned off.
- People will be free to move around, talk, or leave and return.
- The atmosphere will be friendly, and everyone is invited to feel comfortable and enjoy the movie in their own way.