Paris's Cinematheque Francaise shuts doors after bedbug scare

Entertainment Nov 29, 2025

Paris's Cinematheque Francaise has temporarily closed all four of its screening halls—including three open to the public and one used for educational activities—after visitors, some attending a Sigourney Weaver master class, reported getting bitten by bedbugs.
The move is meant to keep everyone safe while the team tackles the problem.

How they're handling it (and why it matters)

Staff are going all-in with deep cleaning: every seat will be treated with super-hot steam, and trained dogs are sniffing out any hidden pests.
This isn't just a one-off—France has seen more bedbug outbreaks lately, especially in public spots like cinemas and trains.
In the lead-up to the 2024 Paris Olympics, tackling these critters became a big priority for the city.