Madeleine Cadoux 2024-12-02 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Deva Cassel, the 20-year-old daughter of Italian actress Monica Bellucci and French actor Vincent Cassel, is stepping into the spotlight with her cinematic debut in Italian movie La Bella Estate. Known for her work as a model, Deva Cassel is now adding acting to her growing portfolio. Her first film, La Bella Estate ("The Beautiful Summer"), ...
Marie-Christine Tayah 2024-12-01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In the midst of winter, one can discover an invincible summer, as Albert Camus once said. This winter, despite ongoing challenges and a sense of finality, fashion can play a transformative role in your daily life. Psychological studies have shown that warm colors can elevate mood and combat seasonal gloom. Why not express your individuality while ...
This is Beirut 2024-12-01 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Bigger than Gladiator II! Wicked, the big-screen adaptation of the Broadway sensation, has taken the U.S. box office by storm, recording one of the strongest openings of the year. Directed by Jon Chu, this visually stunning film promises to capture the magic of the original stage production while introducing the Oz universe to a wider audience. ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-12-01 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
On December 3, 1994, Sony made a dramatic entry into the world of gaming consoles with the launch of the PlayStation in Japan. This machine, which would be released a few months later in the United States and Europe, was born from a failed collaboration with Nintendo. Humiliated by its partner's sudden decision to side with Philips instead, Sony ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-11-30 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Silvia Pinal, one of the greatest figures of Mexican cinema, died on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the age of 93, as announced by the Mexican government. An icon of the golden age of cinema from the 1940s to the 1960s, she leaves behind an exceptional career marked by remarkable versatility and an influence that transcends generations. Born on ...
This is Beirut 2024-11-30 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Vatican becomes the epicenter of a gripping political thriller with Conclave, in theaters starting December 4. Led by a brilliant cast headed by Ralph Fiennes, the film delves into the behind-the-scenes drama of a conclave, as its name suggests, where cardinals, ambitions, and betrayals intertwine, revealing a world of secrets and maneuvering ...
Fabienne Touma 2024-11-30 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon NFT Malta Artist Prize
Previously a jury member for the competition, Ralph Khoury decided this year to participate as a contestant. Unfortunately, administrative complications regarding his visa prevented him from traveling to Malta for the event. Undeterred, he came up with an original solution to still be present at the ceremony. “Last year, I was a jury member," he ...
This is Beirut 2024-11-29 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The announcement made on Thursday, November 28, is a noteworthy step in raising awareness about HIV stigma, with activist Nomonde Ngema set to take over Charlize Theron’s Instagram to highlight the challenges faced by people living with HIV, particularly in South Africa. This collaboration highlights the ongoing challenges faced by people living ...
This is Beirut 2024-11-29 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Two decades after the global success of Love Actually, British filmmaker Richard Curtis is embarking on a new adventure with his first animated film, That Christmas. The 68-year-old writer and director has co-adapted his trilogy of children’s books and enlisted his longtime friend Ed Sheeran to create an original song for the project. That ...
Marie-Christine Tayah 2024-11-29 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Lebanon music culture reading Marseille
More than 800 attendees gathered at La Criée for an extraordinary evening of art and storytelling. The event combined the power of Khalil Gibran’s The Prophet with the evocative visuals of Zeina Abirached, whose black-and-white illustrations were projected on stage. The performance was enriched by the soulful voice of Tania Saleh and the ...
Alain E. Andrea 2024-11-28 19:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Lebanon Baalbeck France Music Art
Some souls pass through this world like a shooting star, leaving behind a light that never fades. They are born in silence and return to the original silence. On tiptoe, it is said. Henri Goraïeb (1935-2021) was one of them. A concert pianist — and, oh, what a virtuoso — he was one of those candles that burned stoically despite the contrary ...
David Sahyoun 2024-11-28 17:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Lebanon War Psychoanalysis Couple
Testimony "Once, our apartment at Galerie Semaan was a peaceful haven. Now, it feels like a real pressure cooker. The atmosphere in our home has completely changed. My husband yells over the smallest things. I do too, actually. Yesterday, we argued simply because the kids were making too much noise while playing— as if noise could still bother ...