Provence Méditerranée,
land of cinema
A natural setting for the 7th Art
A cinephile’s journey through Provence Méditerranée
For decades, Provence Méditerranée has seduced filmmakers with the splendor of its natural landscapes, the uniqueness of its light and the authenticity of its atmosphere. Its emblematic sites, conducive to audiovisual creation, its events dedicated to the 7th art and the mythical figures who have marked the history of French cinema, animate an artistic tradition of incomparable richness.
5 good reasons to enjoy the 7th Art in Provence Méditerranée
- Explore splendid natural sites and mythical film locations
- Attend numerous film events and festivals
- Tracing the pantheon of the 7th Art through its local legends
- A journey through the landscapes of Provence Méditerranée through series and films
- Relive the great scenes that have shaped our cinematic heritage
Film legends
Whether they hail from Provence Méditerranée or have left their mark on our cinematic heritage through the power of their characters, many legends of the 7th Art have become emblems of our destination. From Raimu to Mireille Darc, from Pierrot le Fou to the strange Monsieur Victor, they all contribute to the influence of French cinema, and continue to nourish the collective imagination, as well as the pride of the locals.
Mythical film sets
From the most famous productions to current TV series and movies, Provence Méditerranée remains the preferred location for filmmakers. Anna Karina and Jean-Paul Belmondo on La Treille beach in Porquerolles in Pierrot le Fou, Enzo’s spectacular arrival at the Port du Niel in The Big Blue or the marvelous corniche in An Ideal Man with Pierre Niney: the region’s landscapes and natural settings masterfully bring to life the characters and stories portrayed on the big screen.
Cinema festivals
Throughout the year, film festivals in the Provence Méditerranée region pay tribute to diversity and artistic commitment. The Porquerolles Film Festival celebrates films on ecology and biodiversity, while Fimé brings silent films back to life, accompanied by live music. The Cinéma en liberté and Films courts Côté Sud festivals embody values of solidarity and sharing, as does the Femmes! festival, which spotlights female talent through poignant films and pertinent debates.
Focus on
the “Tom and Lola” series
The detective series Tom and Lolastarring Dounia Coesens and Pierre-Yves Bon, has been broadcast on France 3 since October 1, 2024. This successful program, filmed in the Provence Méditerranée region, plunges you into the heart of a thrilling plot set in some of the region‘s most emblematic locations.
Toulon and La Seyne-sur-Mer are the main settings for the series, with landscapes sublimated by the unique light of the south.