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Friday 05 December updated on 12-05-2025 at 8:06
Friday 05 December updated on 12-05-2025 at 8:06
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The snowy scene is set (with ski poles), the cinematic snow is here: action! The winter 25/26 ski season is about to begin! Have you already imagined the first slopes you'll race down, or the first fondue you'll devour? To make sure your plans don't turn into a drama, it's time to think about the cast for your vacation! Five people (+ you) is all it takes to create an unforgettable opening week. See you on December 13, 2025, with...
It’s simple: without this person, the cast falls apart, and the vacation is canceled. You need a REAL skier. Someone who lives for the sound of skis slicing through fresh snow (not for the cameras). A friend who won’t stop every 50 meters to take a selfie. Nor embarrass you with a helmet-mounted action camera (“But it’s for an Insta reel! My followers will loooove it!”). This person knows the station opening dates, the slope map, and all the ski lift schedules by heart. In short: a reliable buddy.
The star-casting version: we’d be keen to invite Isabelle Adjani, but it seems she’ll be extremely busy from 13 to 20 December 2025 — something to do with giving a masterclass at the 17th edition of the European Film Festival, Les Arcs Film Festival, followed by a screening of the film La Reine Margot.
Paul? He's on a diet. Sabrina? Lactose intolerant. Béa? Extremely vegan. Focus: you’ll find that rare gem! The one who wields a fondue fork like a pro. A true cheese enthusiast. An unstoppable appetite, no special effects required. In short, someone who will help you seriously rank the best fondues served in the resort. Classic? With porcini mushrooms? Extra charcuterie on the side?
The star-casting version: we’d dream of having a lively debate with Bastien Bouillon on the theme “fondue or raclette: which one wins?”. As luck would have it, he’ll be there from 13 to 20 December 2025 for the 17th edition of Les Arcs Film Festival. We’ll try to invite him to our table after the premiere of À Pied d’Œuvre…
In other words: someone who doesn’t have the bad habit of isolating themselves with headphones during every ski session (“I’m listening to a running podcast, marathon prep, you know… but I’m still listening to you!”). No, you need someone with gossip, someone hilarious, someone who always seems to have wild adventures (and knows exactly how to tell the stories).
The star-casting version: we wouldn’t mind listening to Daniel Brühl (our German cinema secret crush) reciting all the lines from Good Bye, Lenin! Time to brush up on our Year-9 Deutsch with our favourite chatty mate while we wait to hang on his every word during his masterclass, preceded by Ron Howard’s Rush film screening, at the 17th edition of Les Arcs Film Festival.
Le casting version star : on écouterait bien Daniel Brühl (notre « secret crush » allemand du cinéma) nous refaire toutes les répliques de Good Bye, Lenin ! GO travailler notre LV2 Deutsch avec notre pote de papote, en attendant de boire ses paroles lors de sa masterclass, précédée du Film Rush de Ron Howard, lors de la 17ème édition des Arcs Film Festival.
You know that friend who can’t let go of their old DVD player, even though it’s barely functional after countless hours of watching "Step Up", "Flashdance", and "Dirty Dancing" in the original version with subtitles? That’s the person you need! Someone who subtly moves their shoulders at the slightest note of music… before completely letting loose when the DJ seamlessly transitions into “their sooong!!!”.
The star-casting version: we wouldn’t say no to an unexpected little battle — ski boots on — with Sabrina Ouazani; after all, she Validé the best rappers. She’ll be in Les Arcs from 13 to 20 December 2025 as part of the short film jury during the 17th edition of the European Film Festival, Les Arcs Film Festival.
Essential to kick off the winter season in Les Arcs! Because yes, December 14, 2024, marks the opening of the ski area. But it’s also the start of the 16th edition of the Les Arcs Film Festival. During the day, you’ll be on the slopes with that friend who knows how to ski (see point 1). But in the evening, you need someone who loves watching movies, any kind, as long as they’re in the original version with subtitles: romantic comedies, art films, docu-fiction, heart-wrenching dramas, animated films, quirky comedies... Or simply someone who loves Iceland, which is the highlight this year.
The star-casting version: Dominik Moll, of course! As President of the Feature Film Jury for the 17th edition of Les Arcs Film Festival, he’ll make the perfect film partner — every bit as passionate as you. Just don’t forget your cinephile friend when you leave the cinema…
All you need to know about Les Arcs Film Festival:
• Discover the programme (feature films, short films, arthouse cinema, youth selection, Iceland focus…) and the guests of the 17th edition
• Buy your festival pass or single tickets (starting from €4.50!)
• Book your all-inclusive stay from €65 / person / day (accommodation + ski pass; festival pass INCLUDED)
Everything you need to know about Les Arcs Film Festival:
