A permanent history of women filmmakers:
Ida Lupino
Actress, writer, producer and director of postwar America, Ida Lupino was a trailblazing figure of daring cinema, audacious both in her career choices and her films, which included intriguing titles like The Bigamist, Never Fear, The Hitch-Hiker, or Not Wanted.
Ida Lupino, Director
Not Wanted by Ida Lupino (1949, 1:31)
A baby is stolen and a young woman is arrested. In her jail cell, she looks back on her past… With a sincere humility, this film about a distraught woman stands out from the usual romanticized Hollywood roles.
Institut Lumière Thu. 9:30am | Villa Lumière Sun. 3pm
Never Fear by Ida Lupino (1949, 1:21)
A hard working, young dancer finally finds happiness, when she suddenly discovers she is ill and must give up her career... With neither melodrama nor triumphalism, a work where emotions run high.
Institut Lumière Wed. 9:45am | Pathé Bellecour Sun. 10:45am
The Hitch-Hiker by Ida Lupino (1953, 1:11)
A serial killer is given a lift by two friends going fishing. The journey of anxiety begins... After making several social commentary movies, Ida Lupino is the first woman to direct a film noir.
Institut Lumière Fri. 9:30pm
The Bigamist by Ida Lupino (1953, 1:23)
A childless couple applies to adopt, but a preliminary investigation by the agent reveals the secret double life of the husband... One of Ida Lupino,’s favorite movies, surprisingly modern, in which she starred opposite Joan Fontaine.
Institut Lumière Sun. 5pm
Ida Lupino, actress
They Drive by Night by Raoul Walsh (1940, 1:35)
Deux frères sont chauffeurs routiers à leur compte. Un accident oblige l’un d’eux à accepter un travail dans l’entreprise concurrente. Chronique réaliste se transformant en grand film noir, avec Humphrey Bogart.
Comœdia lu 14h30 | Villa Lumière di 17h15
Road House by Jean Negulesco (1948, 1:34)
A cabaret manager falls for a torch singer and the affection is mutual. But the boss (Richard Widmark) also ends up falling for her... A twilight gem, illuminated by Ida Lupino as a sultry femme fatale.
Villa Lumière Mon. 5:15pm | Villa Lumière Sat. 8:30pm
