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Paris Cinema La Clef Reopens After 5-Year Legal Battle
13 Jan
Summary
- La Clef cinema reopens January 14 after a 5-year fight.
- Filmmakers like Scorsese and Tarantino supported the fundraising.
- The cinema was saved by raising €2 million from donations.
Paris' iconic arthouse cinema, La Clef, will officially reopen on January 14, 2026, marking the end of a nearly five-year struggle for survival. The cinema's closure was halted by a significant legal battle supported by renowned filmmakers, leading to a successful community occupation and international movement.
The campaign culminated in raising €2 million to purchase the building. This remarkable feat was achieved through an online fundraising drive that garnered €400,000 from over 5,000 individual donations, with contributions from notable figures like Quentin Tarantino and a work donated by David Lynch.
La Clef's reopening program features special events, including screenings with filmmakers like Céline Sciamma. The venue's revival signifies a triumph for community action and a testament to the enduring appeal of independent cinema.
