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Paris’s Last Collective-Run Cinema Saved by Hollywood Icons
Paris’s Last Collective-Run Cinema Saved by Hollywood Icons

In a heartening display of solidarity, the film community, led by Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino, has united to save La Clef, the last collective-run cinema in Paris’s Latin Quarter, ensuring its continued role as a beacon for independent and diverse cinema. La Clef, a beloved institution in Paris’s Latin Quarter, has been a bastion ...

Céline Dion’s Unshakable Strength in a Documentary
Céline Dion’s Unshakable Strength in a Documentary

  Céline Dion offers an intimate and sincere look at her life, career, battle with illness, and enduring passion for music and her audience in a moving and revealing documentary. The documentary I Am: Céline Dion, available on Prime Video from June 25, provides an intimate and sincere look into the life of the internationally renowned ...

'Mon Père': Chrystelle's Heartfelt Tribute to Her Father
'Mon Père': Chrystelle's Heartfelt Tribute to Her Father

Chrystelle, with a golden voice and a generous heart, unveils her new song Mon Père (My Father), an emotional tribute to her dad. The artist invites us behind the scenes of this poignant creation, reflecting the depth of her emotions and her artistic commitment. As a singer-songwriter, Chrystelle pours her heart and soul into her creative ...

Anouk Aimée: The Passing of a French Cinema Icon
Anouk Aimée: The Passing of a French Cinema Icon

  Anouk Aimée, an iconic actress and the true embodiment of French grace, passed away this Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at the age of 92. Her daughter, Manuela Papatakis, announced the sad news on Instagram, specifying that she was by her side during her final moments. Born Françoise Dreyfus on April 27, 1932, in Paris, Anouk Aimée was ...

Daniel Abillama's Solo Exhibition: 'LINK' Between Past and Present
Daniel Abillama's Solo Exhibition: 'LINK' Between Past and Present

Rebirth Beirut recently announced the opening of Daniel Abillama's solo exhibition titled "LINK." The exhibition will be held at the association's cultural center in Gemmayze from June 20 to June 26, 2024. The "LINK" exhibition will showcase Daniel Abillama's exploration of childhood memories and familial connections through his vibrant and ...

The Last Aria: Jodie Devos’ Untimely Passing
The Last Aria: Jodie Devos’ Untimely Passing

Jodie Devos, the dazzling Belgian soprano, has sadly left us for other realms. She passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 16, 2024, in Paris, struck by cancer at just 35 years old. In just a decade, this extraordinary artist had won the hearts of the public and the admiration of her peers with a talent as radiant as it was generous. Revealed in ...

Syrian Violinist Bridges Cultures at French Classical Music Festival
Syrian Violinist Bridges Cultures at French Classical Music Festival

Bilal Alnemr, a 28-year-old Syrian virtuoso violinist, is bringing together musicians from diverse backgrounds to create a cultural bridge between the East and the West at the Vauvenargues Classical Music Festival in Provence, France. The picturesque village of Vauvenargues, nestled at the foot of the Sainte-Victoire mountain in Provence, France, ...

Broadway’s Night of Triumph: The 2024 Tony Awards
Broadway’s Night of Triumph: The 2024 Tony Awards

The Outsiders and Stereophonic steal the show at the Tony Awards, celebrating Broadway's finest with top honors amid a night of musical mastery and dramatic triumph at New York's Lincoln Center. The Tony Awards, a zenith of theatrical excellence, brightened New York's Lincoln Center on Sunday, June 16. Hosted for the third consecutive year by ...

Wine Magic at ‘Byblos en Blanc et Rosé’ Festival
Wine Magic at ‘Byblos en Blanc et Rosé’ Festival

The picturesque town of Byblos is set to host the highly anticipated “Byblos en Blanc et Rosé” wine festival from June 27 to June 29, 2024. The happening is organized by Eventions in partnership with the Municipality of Byblos. Nestled along the scenic Sansoul of Byblos harbor, “Byblos en Blanc et Rosé” promises to be a highlight of ...

Australian Stop-Motion Film Triumphs at Annecy Festival
Australian Stop-Motion Film Triumphs at Annecy Festival

Memoir of a Snail, an Australian stop-motion animated dark comedy, won the prestigious Cristal award for best feature film at the 2024 Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France. The 2024 Annecy International Animation Film Festival, one of the most important events in the industry, awarded its highest honor to Memoir of a Snail, an ...

Jabbour Douaihy, the Master of Lebanese Literature
Jabbour Douaihy, the Master of Lebanese Literature

The roundtable "Jabbour Douaihy: A Life, A Work" paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Lebanese writer who passed away in 2021 at the age of 72, on the occasion of the French release of his novel Il y avait du poison dans l'air. The event brought together literary figures and close friends of the writer. On Friday, June 14, the Safadi Center in ...

Françoise Hardy: The Timeless Icon of Parisian Fashion
Françoise Hardy: The Timeless Icon of Parisian Fashion

Françoise Hardy, the eternal symbol of the Parisienne, has always been an inexhaustible muse for the fashion world. Her style, a subtle balance between a baby doll look and an androgynous touch, left a lasting impression and continues to inspire generations of designers and enthusiasts. When she appeared on the music scene in the 1960s, ...