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ANNOUNCING A TALKING PICTURES TV EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY FOR ALL FILM FANS!Discover the eccentric world of legendary French filmmaker Jacques Tati on this exclusive cinematic journey through Paris and the French countryside, exploring the locations that inspired and featured in some of his most beloved films.
Your week-long tour begins in Paris with a guided sightseeing tour and a fascinating visit to the Cinémathèque Française, home to the Musée Méliès and a remarkable collection celebrating the history of cinema. Then travel into the heart of France to Sainte-Sévère-sur-Indre, the setting for Tati’s Jour de Fête, where you’ll visit Maison Jour de Fête, explore the village film locations and enjoy a special film screening.
Continue to the Atlantic coast and Saint-Marc-sur-Mer, the picturesque seaside location immortalised in Les Vacances de Monsieur Hulot (Mr Hulot’s Holiday). Stay at the Hotel de la Plage, the very hotel which featured in the film, and discover the locations that brought Tati’s comedy to life.
A particular highlight is a special day spent In the Footsteps of Monsieur Hulot, accompanied by journalist and writer Jean-Claude Chemin and President of the Jacques Tati Association, Pierre Joubert. Hear stories and anecdotes about the making of the film, visit locations from Mr Hulot’s Holiday and see the exterior of the Château de Saint-Marc, famous for its memorable tennis match scene.
Throughout the tour, enjoy special Talking Pictures evening events, including film screenings and talks, as you discover the work of one of France’s most original and influential filmmakers. You’ll also enjoy the company of comedy historian Andre Vincent and Noel Cronin BEM who will accompany you for the duration of the tour.
Your expert guides: ANDRE VINCENT.
Andre Vincent is a British comedian, actor, writer and comedy historian. He has had a varied career spanning stand-up, television, theatre and circus, including nine sell-out Edinburgh Festival Fringe runs. He has appeared on numerous TV shows, including The Late Edition, Comedy Blue and Byker Grove, and created Mislaid Comedy Heroes.
NOEL CRONIN BEM: Film Producer.
Noel is a film aficionado who is passionate about preserving film history and is forever uncovering and spotting famous film locations. Noel is the founder of the innovative and successful Talking Pictures TV and is one half of their hit TV show, The Footage Detectives, a Sunday teatime must watch.
Price includes;
Six nights’ accommodation: two nights at the Ibis Paris Bercy Village, Paris; two nights at the Hotel Domaine des Dryades, Pouligny and two nights at the Hotel de la Plage, Saint Marc sur Mer (as featured in Mr Hulot’s Holiday).
Daily breakfast.
One group lunch.
Five group dinners at the hotel.
Guided sightseeing in Paris.
Guided tour of Cinematheque Francaise.
Visit with guided tour of Maison de Jour de Fête, including a film screening in a local venue, carousel ride and a glass of Kir Berrichon.
Guided tour ‘In the Footsteps of Monsieur Hulot’ in the company of journalist and writer Jean-Claude Chemin and Pierre Joubert, the president of the Jaques Tati Association.
Enjoy the company of Noel Cronin BEM and comedy historian Andre Vincent throughout.
Special Talking Pictures evening events.
The services of a Tour Manager.
Return Eurostar from London St Pancras to Gare du Nord, Paris.
Coach transfers.
Hurry – Tickets are strictly limited!
To book, CALL the travel experts – Tripsmiths – on 03301 623 268 (QUOTING ‘JACQUESTATI’) OR VISIT: www.talkingpictures.tripsmiths.com/jacquestati
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