FRANCOPHONIE FILM FESTIVAL | MERCKX + PRE-SCREENING RECEPTION

Merckx

Wednesday 08 April 07:30 PM

Le théâtre , Alliance Française de Singapour

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Directors: Christophe Hermans and Boris Tilquin

Archive footage of Eddy Merckx

Rating: PG

Delve into the heart of the Eddy Merckx legend. Five Tours de France, five Giros d’Italia, three World Championships, one Vuelta, seven Milan–San Remos, three Paris–Roubaix, not to mention the legendary Hour Record in Mexico… From 1967 to 1975, Eddy Merckx won everything, devouring it all, leaving nothing to his rivals. In less than a decade, he established himself as the ultimate icon of world cycling. But by triumphing so relentlessly, the “Cannibal” ended up splitting opinions. How do you keep pedalling when admiration turns into hatred? This documentary retraces the extraordinary journey of the greatest champion of all time.

A major new documentary, Merckx revisits the extraordinary career of cycling legend Eddy Merckx. Released in 2025, the film combines striking archival footage with contemporary interviews to paint a nuanced portrait of “The Cannibal,” both on and off the bike. Directed by Christophe Hermans and Boris Tilquin, it premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam, where it drew strong critical attention. An essential look at one of sport’s greatest icons, Merckx is also nominated for Best Documentary at the 2026 Magritte Awards.

Before the screening, at 7:00 PM, the Belgium Government Office in Singapore will generously provide a cocktail reception with delicious Belgium specialties for all the attendees!

84 mins

In French with English subtitles

Belgium, 2025

Documentary