Frozen: After the Disney adaptation, the famous fairy tale returns to the cinema

The true story of the Snow Queen

Gerda and Kay are inseparable companions. But one day, a young boy injured by a broken mirror changes his character and becomes particularly angry. Then he disappears, kidnapped by the mysterious Snow Queen. With no news of him, Gerda decides to travel the world in search of her brother. Bold as she can be, Gerda bravely faces all dangers and perseveres through the necessary tests to find her friend in the legendary Palace of Mirrors.

Does this story remind you of anything? Released in cinemas around the world in 2013, Frozen, the 128th animated film from Disney Studios, established itself worldwide as a critical and commercial success: it is impossible for children, as well as their parents, to miss Elsa’s sisterhood. And Anna, funny Santa Claus Olaf or even the song Liberated, delivered. However, few people know that the film is loosely inspired by the great Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale (The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, The Little Match Girl, etc.).

In order to introduce the original tale to the audience, the Comédie-Française, a famous theater establishment founded in the 17th century, offered its residents the opportunity to work on its adaptation in 2022.

The perfect party experience to be seen on the big screen

A true success of the 2022-2023 season, the show has captivated audiences as well as critics. Did you miss out on this wonderful, family-friendly and unique experience? Do you follow Panic! For the holidays, enjoy an unforgettable experience of Andersen’s version of Frozen on the big screen!

Since its inception in 2001, Pathé Live has offered moviegoers the chance to discover the biggest stage events in cinema. If the experience tempts you, that’s a good thing: Comédie-Française’s adaptation of Frozen is coming to French cinemas from December 1st!

Family-friendly and colorful, this adaptation does not lack costumes and practical effects, enough to impress audiences young and old. Especially since the play, like the Disney animated feature, gives pride of place to songs: Johanna Boyer, the play’s director, was also nominated for a Moliere Award for Best Musical Show for La Lady’s Maxim and Do I have an Arletty. the face His adaptation of Frozen, in turn, won the prestigious Moliere for Young Audiences in 2023.

Whimsical, full of humor and adventure, Frozen will appeal to young audiences but also to their parents, especially because of the strength of its cast. Among the famous residents present on the stage we note the participation of the great soul Brahim (La Nuée, Acid, I will always see your faces), Daniel Lebrun (A difficult year) and Jerome Paul (Une Nuit).

An unforgettable family experience, Comédie-Française’s adaptation of Andersen’s Frozen can be seen in cinemas from 1 December.