Join us from October 26 to 29 at the Sémaphore de Trébeurden for the eighth edition of the International Festival of Underwater Film and Imagery!
This 2023 edition highlights the abyssal depths with screenings such as James Cameron’s movie, Abyss (Saturday evening); conferences by specialists in this field with the participation, on Friday evening, of marine biologist Françoise Gaill and oceanographic researcher Daniel Desbruyères; and the presence of the patron of this edition, Christian Pétron, a filmmaker and underwater documentarian, some at great depths. He will host several conferences and screenings, including a focus on his work on the wreck of the Titanic or a presentation of underwater filming techniques.
Concerts, exhibitions, photo and video competitions…
Don’t miss the gala evening organized for the festival’s opening on Thursday, October 26! The band Shine will perform iconic Pink Floyd songs, accompanied by breathtaking underwater images. Throughout the festival, in addition to many conferences and screenings, there will also be exhibitions, stands held by partners, and catering points.
The awards ceremony on Saturday will be an opportunity to reward the best films and photos from the competition. The jury president is the archaeologist and director of the underwater archaeology museum of Saint-Raphaël, Anne Joncheray. More than a hundred photos and fifteen films have been submitted for these contests. A competition for inventions and innovations is also organized, as well as a short film contest open to children aged 7 to 14, accessible through workshops during the festival.
For children, a dedicated
For some, the festival has already begun! On Friday, October 20, 220 students were able to discover the marine environment through four workshops organized by local associations, allowing them to learn more about algae, pollution, microscopic marine life, and animal and human adaptation to marine life, protected marine areas…
For the general public, join us starting on Thursday, October 26 for the gala evening and throughout the weekend!
Practical information: Cultural Center Le Sémaphore, 7-9 Rue des Plages, 22560 Trébeurden / fee: Friday 5 €, Saturday and Sunday, 1-day pass 8 €, 2-day pass 15 €, free for those under 14. Gala evening Thursday 26 by reservation 14 €, 8 € for those under 14. / For more information on the event program, visit the Festival’s website. / To book your tickets, visit Helloasso.