J'aime la vie, je fais du vélo, je vais au cinéma(2005)

J'aime la vie, je fais du vélo, je vais au cinéma is a documentary that chronicles the daily operations of independent art house cinemas committed to bold, curated programming. The film explores how these venues champion creative freedom and resist the homogenizing force of multiplex chains, positioning themselves as cultural alternatives in an increasingly commercialized landscape. Through intimate observation, it examines the relationship between cinema owners, staff, and audiences—showing how spectators become active participants in a broader movement of cultural resistance. Beyond the screen, the film celebrates the philosophy of independence itself, weaving together themes of personal liberty, community engagement, and the power of cinema as a form of defiance against standardized entertainment. A witty and spirited portrait of those who believe in cinema as art rather than commodity.