Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-05-01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
May 1 is a symbol of social struggles and the spring season, resonating differently across the globe. Originating in the United States in 1886 amid labor demands for an 8-hour workday, this day evolved under the impetus of the Second International into a crucial international rendez-vous for workers. In France, May 1 has a dual aspect. On one ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-05-01 10:05 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The famous writer Paul Auster, the undisputed master of the American postmodern novel, left us at the age of 77, leaving behind a monumental literary work that marked his era. Born in 1947 in Newark, New Jersey, Paul Auster was attracted to writing from a very young age. After studying at Columbia, he traveled to Europe before fully devoting ...
2024-04-30 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Metropolis cinema, once bustling with a loyal audience, witnessed an ongoing renaissance in its programming over the years. Forced to close its doors in 2020 amidst social, political and economic upheaval, it is now poised to construct an innovative space in Beirut, directly facing the port. This new venue aims to unite institutions, artists, ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-30 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In the last century, Tangier became a captivating destination for renowned American jazz musicians, leaving a rich legacy that continues to inspire and enchant. Tangier, the enchanting city nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, has long been a magnet for artists, intellectuals and musicians from around the world. In the ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-04-30 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Gérard Depardieu, a sacred monster of French cinema, finds himself today in the midst of a storm, accused of sexual assault. A look back at the tumultuous trajectory of an extraordinary actor. Gérard Depardieu, a name that resonates like thunder in the French cinematic landscape, finds himself today at the heart of a scandal that shakes his ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-04-29 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Alma Fakhre, a Lebanese-Grenadian-French artist, captivates audiences at the Venice Biennale’s Grenada Pavilion with her soul-stirring, boundary-defying artwork that celebrates the interconnectedness of humanity. Alma Fakhre, a visionary artist whose roots span the globe, has made a mark on the art world with her thought-provoking and ...
Zeina Nader 2024-04-29 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Fatima Al Housseini’s exhibition "Let it Bloom," at Art Scene Gallery in Gemmayze, is vibrant and full of life. A fine arts graduate and current art teacher, Fatima has always been passionate about art and painting, a passion evident from her early childhood when she won prizes at the famous Fabriano competition. After participating in ...
2024-04-29 13:28 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
As the Cannes Film Festival approaches, set to host its 77th competition for the Palme d’Or, the festival’s organizers revealed on Monday the makeup of its jury. Among the members is Lebanese director, actress and screenwriter Nadine Labaki. The Cannes Film Festival will take place from May 14 to 25 and will be chaired by American director ...
2024-04-29 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Back to Black, directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, is currently topping the box office. The director is known for Fifty Shades of Grey and Nowhere Boy. In this film, Amy Winehouse is portrayed by Marisa Abela, known for her role in the TV drama Industry. This film offers a unique glimpse into Winehouse’s rise to fame. While numerous documentaries ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-28 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Louvre is considering moving the world-famous Mona Lisa to a dedicated room, aiming to improve the viewing experience for the museum’s millions of visitors. The Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci’s enigmatic masterpiece, may soon have a room of its own at the Louvre Museum in Paris. Laurence des Cars, the museum’s president, recently ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-28 14:37 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Aaron Sorkin, the Oscar-winning writer of The Social Network, is working on a follow-up movie that will explore Facebook's role in the January 6, 2021 Capitol riots. Aaron Sorkin, the acclaimed screenwriter behind the 2010 film The Social Network, announced that he is working on a new movie that will delve into Facebook's alleged role in the ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-04-28 10:44 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Céline Dion, an icon of song, has had a meteoric career peppered with numerous personal tragedies. Today, afflicted by a rare disease, she is engaged in a relentless battle to return to the stage. Born on March 30, 1968, in Charlemagne, Quebec, Céline is the youngest in a modest family of 14 children. From a young age, surrounded by music, she ...