Movie Night - Jeux d'Enfants
25/05/09 14:44 Filed in: Movies
The game begins when Julien and Sophie are children, but as they grow older they intensify and become more twisted and dangerous. Although they are in love with each other, the game of dare later dictates their future, and the dare even goes as far as hurting and tricking each other. (Wikipedia).
Date : Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Time : 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location : E7B.T5
Email : ufm.mail@gmail.com
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Movie Night - La Doublure
04/05/09 00:54 Filed in: Movies
The Valet (released in French-speaking countries as La Doublure) is a 2006 French comedy film written and directed by Francis Veber. The screenplay focuses on a parking valet who is enlisted to impersonate the lover of a famous fashion model in order to deflect attention from her relationship with a married businessman. (Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Valet)
Date: tuesday, May 5
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Macquarie Uni,E7B.T5
Discussion Groups
05/04/09 22:32 Filed in: Events
Trivia
01/04/09 02:16 Filed in: Events
Bonjour everyone!
The UFM will soon be holding an exciting night of Trivia. It is a time to test and expand your knowledge of everything Francophone-related with fellow members!
When? Tuesday 7th April at 5pm
Where? Ubar
UFM Members are all welcome to participate for free although the Ubar capacity will be limited to 40 people. Non members can join in the fun for $2 so bring your friends!
The prize will be a fantastic basket of French goods as well as beer vouchers. Now what could be better?
Trivia always brings out laughter as well as getting those brain juices flowing (especially if it is held at a place serving alcohol like Ubar) so we hope to see many of you there.
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Location: Ubar @ Macquarie Uni
Email: ufm.mail@gmail.com
Super SNORKELING SESSION
01/04/09 02:06 Filed in: Sport
Why not enjoying the end of the summer by doing some snorkeling, looking at the wonderful sea bottom, colorful fishes and gold treasure?
Hence, it is time to take your fin and swim! We will start from the Shelly Beach : 10 minutes walk from Manly beach. Shelly Beach has been recommended by the Dive 2000 diving center. It is a nice spot protected and without current. Perfect for snorkeling and great for beginners as well.
Fee : Free
RDV point : when you are facing the ocean, At the left of the volley ball court on Manly Beach
If you arrive after 14.30 go directly to shelly beach
Time : 14h00 pm
NOTE : I will be on manly at 12 pm for surfing, if you fancy surfing come along dude!
End : around 4-5 pm
Commuting : From uni take the 290 or 288 or 292 stop at crows nest and then take the 143 or 144
Contact Info Eric Malbos (on Facebook) 0433647418
Take comfortable shoes, Water, sunblock, Red wine, diving mask if you possess one … sea mines are prohibited…
See you there!!
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2009
Time: 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: when you are facing the ocean, At the left of the volley ball court on Manly Beach
Phone: 0433647418 (Eric)
Email: ufm.mail@gmail.com
Movie Night - La Cité De La Peur
27/03/09 13:41 Filed in: Movies
Probably a classic of the french comedy movies.
La Cité de la peur, or Le film de Les Nuls, is a French comedy film written by the comedy group Les Nuls and directed by Alain Berbérian in 1994. The movies parodies big budget American films (Basic Instinct, Pretty Woman and the Terminator, among others, are directly spoofed) and relies heavily on puns and wordplay, which makes it somewhat inaccessible for non-French speakers. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Cité_de_la_peur)
Ok so Wikipedia says that it's inaccessible for non-french speakers... Well, we'll see :)
Date: tuesday, March 31
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Macquarie Uni,E7B.T5
Discussion Groups
24/03/09 20:18 Filed in: Events
There is nothing better than sit down, having a fresh drink, and talk in french. Okay, there is stuff much better than that, but still, you should come and practice your french with us.
- “Even if you’re a noob, there is nothing to be ashamed of. For example, I’m not ashamed of my bad english.” (JCVD)
Date: Wednesday, March 25
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Ubar@Macquarie Uni
Crepe Party
19/03/09 16:06 Filed in: Events
Do you like pancakes ? So you should try crepes, It's almost the same, just a little bit thinner, but much better (off course).
Members : First crepe is free, then it’s $1 per crepe
Non-members : $2 for a crepe
Date: Thrusday, March 26
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Macquarie Uni, in the courtyard
Phone: 0424337107
Email: ufm.mail@gmail.com
Hyper SURF SESSION
16/03/09 13:43 Filed in: Sport
Surf is a part of Australian Culture! You can’t stay in Australia without trying surfing at least once Dude! Exactly, it is time to come and surf smoothly on beautiful rolls!
You are a complete beginner? no problem, you can hire a softboard : it is a easy to surf board covered with foam so you cannot hurt yourself (or somebody else), the basics for a start will be taught to you but if you want to go deeper you can ask for a professional surf lessons at the same spot.
Fee : for surfboard rental 15$ for one hour or 25$ for 2 hours
RDV point : On the beach of ManlyBeach just after the Beach Volley court.
Date : March the 21th 2009 AD
Time : 14h00 pm
End : around 4-5 pm or even later if you can’t stop surfing, Dude!
Commuting : From uni take the 290 or 288 or 292 stop at crow’s nest and then take the 143 or 144 and stop at the terminus (Manly).
Contact Info Eric Malbos (on Facebook) 0433647418
Take comfortable shoes, Water, sunblock, Red wine, a Lycra if you possess one … monokinis are prohibited on Manly…
See you there!!
Movie Night - 36 quai des orfevres
12/03/09 16:59 Filed in: Movies
36 Quai des Orfèvres (Department 36) is a 2004 French film directed by Olivier Marchal and starring Daniel Auteuil and Gérard Depardieu. The film takes place in Paris, where two cops (Auteuil and Depardieu) are competing for the vacant seat of Chief of Police while in the middle of a search for a gang of violent thieves. The movie is directed by a former police officer who spent twelve years in the French police before creating this story, which in part is taken from real facts happened during the eighties in France. 36 Quai des Orfèvres is the address of the French equivalent of Scotland Yard. The film was nominated for 8 César Awards. Director, Olivier Marchal, is a former policeman and based the story on a collection of real life events. (Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/36_Quai_des_Orfèvres_(film) )
PS : those are really good actors, almost as good as Steven Seagal !
Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Macquarie Uni - X5B.039
Phone: 0434969450
Email: ufm.mail@gmail.com
Update : the classroom is X5B.039
Super Kayaking Session
12/03/09 15:20 Filed in: Sport
Why not enjoying the hot summer by doing some Kayak, looking at the nice coastal scenery and exploring the bay?
Hence, it is time to take your oars and row! We will start from the Spit bridge, warm up, stop at a nice beach for a break and a picnic then rowing to sugarloaf bay.
It is possible to choose between a solo or a duo Kayak… then your rowing is supposed to be coordinated pal!
Fee : 50$ for 3 hours rental
RDV point : at the spit bridge (The spit), in front of the Sydney Harbor Kayak Shop
Time : 13h00 pm
End : around 4-5 pm
Commuting : From uni take the 290 or 288 or 292 stop at crows nest and then take the 143 or 144 and stop at the spit bridge.
Contact Info Eric Malbos (on Facebook) 0433647418
Take comfortable shoes, Water, sunblock, Red wine, diving mask if you possess one … torpedos are prohibited…
See you there!!
Discussion Groups
10/03/09 00:40 Filed in: Events
Hi Everyone!
First of all, we'd like to thank those who attended our last event for showing up. It was great meeting you guys, and I hope you all had a good time!
Our next event will be the discussion group. We know a lot of you have been looking forward to this as it will be an awesome opportunity for french students to practice their french. If you can already speak french, you can tag along to help out; or if you don't speak any french, just come and chill! The discussion group will be held at the Ubar, on the balcony, this Wednesday at 4 p.m. Nina and Madd will be waiting for you there!
See you soon!
The UFM Team.
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Ubar@Macquarie Uni
French Film Festival, Movie tickets for "What If"
05/03/09 11:36 Filed in: Events
Hi guys!
This is just a reminder that we need to know who is coming FOR SURE on friday so that we can reserve tickets for you. I think we're only buying 20 tickets (there is a chance we might buy more) so we'll reserve those tickets especially for people who tell us that they are definitely coming to watch the movie.
So please send us a message on facebook or email (ufm.mail@gmail.com) confirming you are coming and don't forget to mention your name. NO "MAYBES"... if we hold a ticket for you and you don't come then that would be inconsiderate to those people who actually want a ticket.
Also, don't forget to bring your Student Card with your UFM sticker on it!
Thank you and hope to see you there :)
A bientot!
French Film Festival
02/03/09 11:34 Filed in: Events
ZE time of one of our most exciting events has come!
That's right... on Friday 6 March we are heading to the Lindt Cafe for a relaxing afternoon break followed by a evening movie session at Palace Verona to experience the Alliance Francaise French Film Festival 2009!
The details are as follows:
We are meeting in front of Macquarie Centre near the bus stops at 2:45pm to catch a train into the city at 3pm. Look for Sandrine! Check out http://coulix.net/ufm/page2/page2.html if you don't know what she looks like. You can also send her a private message on facebook to get her phone number!. Alternatively, you can simply join us in the city at Martin Place Station or at the Martin Place Lindt Cafe around 4pm. For more information on Lindt Cafe, including the address, map and menu, please see http://www.lindt.com.au/1/6.asp
We'll leave Lindt Cafe around 5:30pm and catch a bus to the cinema to watch the 7pm session of "What If" (titled "Notre univers impitoyable" in French).Ticket prices are $14 for non members and $12 for UFM members. If you want more information on the film or just on the festival in general, check out http://www.frenchfilmfestival.org/film30/sydney.aspx
If you'd like to simply watch the movie then you're welcome to join us at the cinema around 6.30pm. The address is 17 Oxford St, Paddington. Here's a link for further information about Palace Cinemas: http://www.palacecinemas.com.au/
This is going to be a great cultural experience so I encourage as many people as possibe to come! We are buying a limited number of prepaid tickets to ensure our places so please RSVP ASAP (before Thursday) on our facebook event, through our email (ufm.mail@gmail.com) or sms Nina on 0434 969 450.
Cheers,
Union Francophone @ Macquarie
Pique nique
19/02/09 15:11 Filed in: Events
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19/02/09 15:10 Filed in: Events
We Are Back
19/02/09 10:40 Filed in: UFM infos
Hi everyone!
Welcome to the new year of uni, which means a whole new year for the UFM! I hope everyone enjoyed their holidays and is ready to get back to class… and to the UFM events of course.
The UFM is going to see changes this year and we promise to deliver new and exciting events. Our first and most important change involves our executive members. We’ve said goodbye to our vice-president Alexis who will be replaced by Sandrine. Alexis has gone off to Taiwan on exchange so we wish him the best of luck on his journey. We’ve also welcomed three new executive members: Kim is the new Treasurer, Guillaume the Secretary and I, Nina, the Communication Director.
We’ve come back from the break completely organised and are planning awesome new events which will soon be revealed ;) I can assure you that this year will be even more proactive, efficient and fun than last year! So make sure you come visit our stall during O-Week at the Central Courtyard between the 23rd and 26th of February to sign up again! You’ll also be able to find out about we have planned for you this semester.
We hope to see you all during O-Week :)
A bientot!
Nina Wu
Communication Director of the Union Francophone @ Macquarie