Date & Time: 10/26 (SUN) 15:30

Location: Literary Arts Ecology Hall K301



Synopsis

When 9-year-old Lucie arrives at Bectoile for the vacations, she has no idea of the adventures ahead.
Her mother, Caroline, is leading an archaeological dig in the region with her colleague Pierrot. Bectoile is also the town where Caroline grew up, and the scene of a family secret... which Lucie is about to unveil!
With the help of her new friend Yann and a very special pair of songbirds, Lucie is determined to delve into her family story.
From the underground of a ruined castle to a camper van parked on the edge of the woods, this adventure will lead them from unusual surprises to fabulous discoveries!
Lorsque Lucie, 9 ans, arrive à Bectoile pour les vacances, elle n'a aucune idée des aventures qui l'attendent.
Sa mère, Caroline, mène des fouilles archéologiques dans la région avec son collègue Pierrot. La campagne de Bectoile, c'est aussi là où a grandi Caroline, et le théâtre d'un secret de famille... que Lucie s'apprête à dévoiler ! Avec l'aide de son nouvel ami Yann et d'un couple de mésanges très spécial, Lucie est bien décidée à se plonger dans son histoire familiale.
Des sous-sols d'un château en ruines à une vieille caravane oubliée à l'orée des bois, cette aventure les mènera de surprises insolites en fabuleuses découvertes !



Director’s Portrait : Antoine Lanciaux

A multifaceted artist with a distinctive sensibility, Antoine Lanciaux has made his mark in the world of animation through a body of work that blends poetry, humor, and emotional depth. Trained as a screenwriter, storyboard artist, and animator, he has collaborated on numerous acclaimed films and series at the French animation studio Folimage, where he developed a narrative voice that is both tender and subtly whimsical.
As a director, Lanciaux has crafted a personal universe that resonates with audiences of all ages. His filmography includes nine animated works, notably Boniface’s Summer, Pougne’s Autumn, and Snow (co-directed with Sophie Roze), which have toured international festivals and charmed viewers with their delicate balance of fantasy and humanity.
What distinguishes Lanciaux’s work is his talent for approaching complex themes—such as identity, memory, and family bonds—with nuance and originality. His storytelling often unfolds like a modern fable, where imagination becomes a lens through which to explore very real emotions.
In his current project, Songbirds’ Secret, co-written with Pierre-Luc Granjon, Lanciaux deepens his exploration of intergenerational relationships and the weight of legacy, weaving an intimate story with universal resonance. Once again, he surrounds himself with trusted collaborators, including Granjon, Roze, and Samuel Ribeyron, forming a creative circle driven by shared values and a commitment to visual storytelling.
Antoine Lanciaux stands out as a director who dares to treat children’s animation with both artistic ambition and emotional sincerity, crafting films that linger in the heart long after the credits roll.

Script:Antoine Lanciaux , Pierre-Luc Granjon
Producer:Folimage (Reginald de Guillebon, Pierre Méloni), Les Armateurs (Reginald de Guillebon). En coproduction avec Lunanime (Annemie Degryse), Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma, Will Production (Didier Falk), JPL Films (Camille Raulo, Jean-François Bigot), Dragons Films (Stéphane Lhoest), Pictanovo, Folimage Animation, TNZPV Productions (Marc Rius, Mathieu Rey, Thomas Giusiano)
Film editing:Hervé Guichard
Music:Didier Falk
Nation:French
Languange:France
Genre:feature films
Rating:Family
Length:77 minutes
Launch:Theatrical release in France / October 22nd, 2025
Officail Website:https://www.folimage.fr/en/films/le-secret-des-mesanges-204.htm