21.01.25, 20:30, A Couch in New York (1996)

In A Couch in New York, a neurotic New York psychiatrist and an eccentric Parisian dancer accidentally end up in each other's lives — and flats. When Dr Henry (William Hurt) decides to escape his overcrowded schedule for a while, he swaps his tightly organised penthouse for the artistic chaos paradise of Beatrice (Juliette Binoche). But where he looks for peace, she finds inspiration. What follows is a scintillating clash of cultures, characters and styles. All while a cute little dog barks on the sidelines.

With a hefty dose of charm and wit, Chantal Akerman explores themes of identity, intimacy and the unfathomable art of living together. The sofa, the centre of all the confusion, soon becomes a symbol of how opposites find each other — or not. This light-hearted but smart rom-com is ideal for anyone who loves crackling dialogue, absurd situations and a touch of French flair. Take a seat, make yourself comfortable, and get carried away on this delightful couchsurfing farce.