Béatrice Moreau 03/01 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The recent expiration of Disney’s initial copyright on the character Mickey Mouse, a milestone event occurring 95 years after the release of Steamboat Willie, has sparked a sudden surge in the independent film industry. Within just 24 hours, two indie horror films featuring the now-public domain character were announced, showcasing a bold move ...
03/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In 2024, Harry Potter fans will get the chance to step into the realm of cinematic enchantment with an exclusive opportunity to traverse authentic sets from the Harry Potter film series. This journey, which takes place inside the Warner Bros. Studio in London, offers an insightful glimpse into the mesmerizing world of special effects, ...
This Is Beirut 02/01 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
On Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 6:00 PM, the vernissage celebrating the pictorial expression of artist Leyla Nabbout Wakim will take place at Beit Beirut. The curation is jointly conducted by Randa Sadaka, author of the retrospective catalogue “Leyla Nabbout Wakim: The Blossoming of a Delicate Fauvist-Inspired Pictorial Language” (Dergham ...
Béatrice Moreau 02/01 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In a significant move honoring a renowned African scholar, the Senegalese government has announced the transformation of Cheikh Anta Diop’s home into a museum, celebrating his centennial birth anniversary and his immense contribution to African history. In a landmark announcement last Friday, Senegalese Prime Minister Amadou Bâ revealed plans ...
Béatrice Moreau 02/01 10:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
South African photojournalist Peter Magubane, renowned for his vivid documentation of the country’s apartheid era, passed away at the age of 91, his family confirmed on Monday. Magubane’s career spanned several decades, capturing pivotal moments in South Africa’s history, including the Soweto student uprising of 1976. His work notably ...
Béatrice Moreau 01/01 18:19 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In an extraordinary tale of survival against all odds, Roberto Canessa, now 70, revisits the harrowing experience of surviving a plane crash, two avalanches, and resorting to cannibalism, which is now the subject of a major Netflix film slated for release on January 4. The film, expected to be a strong contender in the upcoming awards season, ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 01/01 13:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The filmmaker Ridley Scott, actress Emilia Clarke, and singer Shirley Bassey are among those honored by King Charles III on the occasion of the New Year’s Honors, a British tradition celebrating outstanding contributions across various fields. Ridley Scott, renowned for his iconic films, such as Gladiator, Alien, and Thelma & Louise, and ...
01/01 10:46 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
This December, an impressive event unfolded in New York City's Times Square, captivating the attention of its countless visitors. The iconic billboards, usually an advertising display, turned into colossal praise for the initial story of Christmas. The makeover of Times Square is an essential part of the Light the World initiative. The Light ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2023-12-31 18:04 - Reading : 12 minute(s)
In 2023, the world bid farewell to a host of international cultural icons, personalities who left their mark on the arts, literature, music, cinema and many other creative fields. These emblematic figures, hailing from all corners of the globe, have enriched our global cultural heritage with their talent, vision and unwavering dedication to their ...
This Is Beirut 2023-12-31 13:23 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Alex Rayes BEIRUT Camille Hajjar
The vibrant Hamra district of Beirut recently became the stage for a significant event in Lebanon’s art world with the inauguration of DiGen Art, the country’s first gallery entirely dedicated to digital art. Founded by Alex Rayes and Camille Hajjar, DiGen Art—short for Digitally Generated Art—positions itself as a catalyst in the digital ...
Zeina Nader 2023-12-31 10:31 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
To conclude the year beautifully, Rebirth Beirut opens its doors in Gemmayze with the season's final event, Colors in Motion by the artist Missak Terzian. It's an exhibition that wraps visitors in vibrant colors, taking them on a symphony of strong and vivid tones. Terzian, a Lebanese-American artist of Armenian heritage, is renowned for ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-30 19:34 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Nearly a century since his debut on the silver screen, Mickey Mouse will enter the public domain on Monday. This significant event opens up possibilities for remakes, spin-offs, adaptations and potential legal confrontations with Disney. Steamboat Willie, the iconic 1928 black-and-white animation featuring Mickey Mouse, sees its copyright expire ...