Paragraph 2 : Art cinematographic works

An art house film is one that meets at least one of the following criteria: 1° A cinematographic work that is research-based or new in the cinematographic field; 2° A cinematographic work that has undeniable qualities but has not obtained the audience it deserved; 3° A cinematographic work that reflects the life of countries whose cinematographic production is not widely distributed in France; 4° A revival of a film of…

The following may exceptionally be considered as art house films:1° A recent film that has met the demands of the critics and the approval of the public and can be considered to have made a significant contribution to the art of film;2° An amateur film of a particularly remarkable nature.

The list of arthouse cinematographic works is drawn up by decision of the President of the Centre national du cinéma et de l’image animée after consultation with cinema professionals and leading figures from the cultural sector.