Marilyn Monroe
The exhibition features Marilyn Monroe's performances and roles in films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Some Like It Hot. Admire her work and understand the person hiding behind the myths. On view from April 8, 2026, to July 26, 2026 at the Cinémathèque française.
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The exhibition
Visit description
The exhibition features Marilyn Monroe's performances and roles in films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Some Like It Hot. Admire her work and understand the person hiding behind the myths. On view from April 8, 2026, to July 26, 2026 at the Cinémathèque française.
What to look for
The exhibition features Marilyn Monroe's performances and roles in films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Some Like It Hot. See cinema beyond the screen: sets, costumes, scripts, behind-the-scenes photos. Take the time to wander through the Cinémathèque française to spot its curatorial choices.
Practical reading
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Overview
The exhibition features Marilyn Monroe's performances and roles in films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Some Like It Hot. Admire her work and understand the person hiding behind the myths. On view from April 8, 2026, to July 26, 2026 at the Cinémathèque française.
Creative exhibitions do not come lacking at the Cinémathèque française. Enjoy entry to the organization's latest temporary exhibition inside the building masterfully designed by Frank Gehry. If you are a cinema enthusia...
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Why go
The exhibition features Marilyn Monroe's performances and roles in films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Some Like It Hot.
See cinema beyond the screen: sets, costumes, scripts, behind-the-scenes photos. Take the time to wander through the Cinémathèque française to spot its curatorial choices. Compare multiple works to identify the threads...
See cinema beyond the screen: sets, costumes, scripts, behind-the-scenes photos. Take the time to wander through the Cinémathèque française to spot its curatorial choices. Compare multiple works to identify the threads running through the...
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