Lauriers du Cinéma 2025 awards: films and actors honoured

The Lauriers du Cinéma, created in 2014, is establishing itself as a prestigious event in the French cultural landscape. Each year, this ceremony honors the most outstanding cinematographic works, as well as the talents shaping the 7th art, while offering a singular perspective carried by critics and journalists from the French press.

Inspired by the traditions of ancient Greece, where artists and thinkers were crowned with laurels in recognition of their achievements, this event stands out for its unique approach. The Lauriers du Cinéma honors not only popular successes, but also independent films, daring works and the revelations of the year.

The ceremony is usually held in an elegant setting in Paris, symbolizing the event's commitment to artistic excellence. The prestigious Mavrommatis restaurant, located in the 8th arrondissement, has become the epicenter of this exceptional evening, bringing together film buffs, journalists and industry professionals every year.

The winners of the Lauriers du Cinéma awards are carefully chosen by the members of Club Média Ciné. These specialized journalists meet throughout the year to elect the works and artists who have left their mark on the cinematic landscape.

Now in its tenth year, the Lauriers du Cinéma awards have become a benchmark in the industry. They are the perfect opportunity to take stock of the year's cinematographic achievements and encourage audiences to (re)discover works that have marked their era.

This ceremony is not just about awards: it's also an ode to creativity and the power of cinema to transcend cultural boundaries. By highlighting films and artists that touch on the universal, the Lauriers continue to write an important page in cinematic history.

Awards 2025 :

Best French film

Emilia Perez by Jacques Audiard

Best foreign film

Jonathan Glazer'sZone of Interest

Female revelation

Megan Northam for her role in Rabia by Mareike Engelhardt

Male Revelation

Malik Frikah for his role in L'Amour Ouf by Gilles Lellouche

Gilles Kerdreux Comedy Award (ex æquo)

En Fanfare by Emmanuel Courcol
Vingt Dieux by Louise Courvoisier

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