This is Beirut 14/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Donald Trump Culture US Sculpture China Art
Serenity and calm are not typically the first words that come to mind when describing Donald Trump. Yet, in a Chinese artisan's workshop, the former U.S. president sits cross-legged in a divine meditation pose. This porcelain version of the Republican billionaire, transformed into a Buddha, is the work of designer and sculptor Hong Jinshi. These ...
John Saad 13/01 19:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Now that the festive season is behind us and the situation in the country has somehow improved, most of the major artists are currently working on their respective launch plans, and many new releases have already been announced. Among those new releases is the week’s new number one song on OLT20 “Aman” from global pop sensation Aziz Abdo ...
This is Beirut 13/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Film Cinema Culture US BoxOffice Art
Lionsgate's heist thriller Den of Thieves 2: Pantera opened at the top of the North American box office this weekend, earning an estimated $15.5 million, industry sources reported Sunday. "This is a good opening for the second episode in a crime thriller series," said analyst David A. Gross. "These movies are made for audiences, not ...
Marie-Christine Tayah 13/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Film Documentary Cinema Lebanon Beirut Culture
Produced by Abbout Productions and featured in Metropolis Art Cinema's Écrans du réel 2024 lineup, the Diaries from Lebanon documentary delves into personal stories intertwined with Lebanon's sociopolitical upheavals. Through a poignant and deeply personal exploration, the film blends individual narratives with the collective memory of a ...
This is Beirut 13/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Los Angeles Culture Series Art Actress Netflix
Originally set to debut this week, Meghan Markle’s Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, has been postponed to March as a gesture of solidarity with those affected by the disaster. A Compassionate Decision Amid Crisis The Duchess of Sussex expressed her gratitude to Netflix for supporting the decision to delay the release, emphasizing the ...
Madeleine Cadoux 12/01 19:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Music Culture Art Singer Composer Writer
Bob Dylan remains an unparalleled force in music and culture, influencing generations through his profound lyrics and innovative sound. From his iconic songs to his unexpected ventures, Dylan’s legacy continues to shape the artistic world. With upcoming auctions and new releases, his timeless influence endures, reminding us why he’s a true ...
Madeleine Cadoux 12/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Björk continues to push boundaries in art, music, and environmental advocacy with several groundbreaking initiatives this year. Her latest accomplishments include the release of Cornucopia: The Book, a meticulous documentation of her five-year Cornucopia tour. Designed by M/M Paris and featuring photography by Santiago Felipe, the book showcases ...
This is Beirut 12/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Italian luxury group Prada is one of the key players currently exploring the opportunity to acquire the Versace brand, recently put up for sale by its American owner, Capri Holdings. This decision comes at a delicate time for the luxury industry, especially in the face of a slowdown in demand. According to the economic daily Il Sole 24 Ore, ...
This is Beirut 11/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Art Culture Auction Drawings Fashion
More than 20 drawings of nudes by French fashion icon Yves Saint Laurent will be auctioned this month at Sotheby’s in Paris. Other artworks collected by Saint Laurent, who passed away in 2008, and his partner Pierre Bergé, who died in 2017, will also be part of the sale. The auction, titled Yves Saint Laurent – Pierre Bergé: an intimate ...
Madeleine Cadoux 11/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In a world where technology constantly evolves, the fusion of fashion and functionality is taking center stage with the rise of smart glasses. Long gone are the bulky designs of early models like Google Glass or Epson's Moverio. Instead, modern smart glasses have embraced sleek, stylish frames that could easily pass for high-end eyewear, offering ...
This is Beirut 11/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Nicole Kidman breaks away from her glamorous star image in Babygirl, an edgy new erotic thriller hitting theaters Wednesday. The film revives a genre long dismissed as outdated in the wake of feminist movements. At 57, the Eyes Wide Shut (1999) and Moulin Rouge! (2001) actress, who has never left the big screen, takes on one of her boldest roles ...
Marie-Christine Tayah 10/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Cinema Culture Art Film Cairo Tripoli
It comes as no surprise that Hady Zaccak won the Best Director prize at the first edition of the Arab Innovation Festival, held during the feature film competition in Cairo, Egypt. The director is renowned for earning numerous international accolades for his meticulously crafted and deeply focused documentaries. This award reflects the filmmaker's ...