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My name is Orson Welles

8 Oct 2025 — 11 Jan 2026 at Cinémathèque Française · Paris
This temporary exhibition at the French Cinematheque explores the remarkable career of Orson Welles, one of cinema's most influential and innovative figures. The show examines his groundbreaking films, theatrical productions, and iconic performances that shaped modern cinema and popular culture. Visitors will discover the creative vision and artistic achievements that defined Welles' extraordinary life in film.

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Orson Welles
Orson Welles
1915–1985

George Orson Welles was an American actor and filmmaker. Remembered for his innovative work in film, radio, and theatre, he is considered among the greatest and most influential filmmakers of all time.

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Cinémathèque Française · Paris

The Cinémathèque française, founded in 1936, is a French non-profit film organization that holds one of the largest archives of film documents and film-related objects in the world. Based in Paris' 12th arrondissement, the archive offers daily screenings of films from around the world. It is the…

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