Le Paris d’Agnès Varda

Experience the life and work of Agnes Varda on a cinematic walking tour through the vibrant neighborhoods of Montparnasse Denfert and Vavin. This tribute launched on International Womens Day immerses participants in the streets and filming locations of her iconic movies including the joyfully feminist Cleo from five to seven. With a career spanning decades and a residence in the area for over sixty years Varda believed that understanding people comes from understanding the places they inhabit. Walking past the bustling Rue Daguerre and beginning near the Gaîté Theater visitors explore both the daily life and cinematic history captured in her films while watching excerpts filmed outdoors connecting her art to the streets that inspired it.

Discover the cultural richness of Montparnasse as the tour continues along the Montparnasse Cemetery and Boulevard Raspail home to many influential personalities including the sculptor Cesar the philosopher Simone de Beauvoir and the painters of Montparnasse. The walk also highlights filming locations for movies such as Love Songs Jealous and Paris je t aime while showcasing some of the most beautiful tombs including those of Agnes Varda and her husband Jacques Demy. Ending at La Gaite this tour blends cinematic storytelling local history and cultural insight offering a deeper appreciation for both Vardas legacy and the vibrant Montparnasse district.