When 15-year-old Fifi takes the spare keys to her wealthy friend Jade’s house, she anticipates a moment of solitude — but instead encounters an unexpected connection with Jade’s older brother, Stéphane. What follows is a summer of quiet rebellion, unspoken emotions, and tender moments that poignantly reflect the complexities of youth, class, and longing. Winner of the Grand Prize at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, Spare Keys is an evocative portrayal of growing up, making it an unmissable experience for those who appreciate nuanced, emotionally rich storytelling.
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'In Search of Water and Life in the Universe' by Alain Doressoundiram
Apr 18, 2025
7:30 pm
Alliance Francaise de Kuala Lumpur, 15, Lorong Gurney, 54100 KL
PRICE
Free
Is there water beyond Earth? Water is the second most abundant molecule in the universe, found as vapor or ice from our solar system to distant galaxies. Liquid water, essential for life, makes Earth a unique oasis. But where did Earth's water come from? Did it exist at formation? Venus and Mars may once have had liquid water — why did it vanish? By searching for water, scientists hope to understand planet formation, evolution, and the origins of life. With thousands of exoplanets discovered, the question remains: Are we alone in the universe? Join Alain Doressoundiram, astrophysicist at the Observatoire de Paris, to explore these cosmic mysteries.
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Embassy Tales by Christine Sathiah - Book Talk & Signing
Apr 17, 2025
7:30 pm
Alliance Francaise de Kuala Lumpur, 15, Lorong Gurney, 54100 KL
PRICE
Free
Embassy Tales is a humorous and heartfelt memoir by Christine Sathiah, offering a vivid glimpse into the world of traditional diplomacy. Spanning three decades and nine countries, she shares personal insights from historical moments like the war in Cambodia and Perestroika in the USSR. Blending memoir and travelogue, it captures the highs and lows of diplomatic life — from hilarious encounters and moving friendships to the absurdities of protocol and endless cocktail receptions.
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Artistic Residency & Exhibition By Zoé Vayssières
Apr 16
7:30 pm
Alliance Francaise de Kuala Lumpur, 15, Lorong Gurney, 54100 KL
PRICE
Free admission
Join us for the exclusive launch of the Malaysian edition of Les Éclipsées by French artist Zoé Vayssières, a thought-provoking exhibition that shines a light on 100 remarkable women from the past 43 centuries. From adventurers and poets to scientists, artists, and local figures, this series celebrates the lives and legacies of women who have shaped history — yet whose stories often remain eclipsed. Through minimalist, narrative-driven art that interacts with its surroundings, Zoé explores the themes of disappearance, time, and the enduring traces left behind.
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