Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-26 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Released in France in June 2024, The Count of Monte Cristo, starring Pierre Niney in the title role, has now made its way to American theaters. This latest adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ iconic novel has received unanimous praise from US critics, who laud the film’s ability to modernize the story while staying faithful to its roots. In ...
Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-26 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Christopher Nolan’s next project has been unveiled: Universal Pictures confirms the acclaimed director will adapt Homer’s The Odyssey, the iconic epic poem chronicling Odysseus’ journey home following the Trojan War. Nolan’s The Odyssey promises to be a mythic action epic, utilizing groundbreaking IMAX technology to bring ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-25 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
London UK Christmas Art Exhibition Culture
In a lively alley in north London, a window captures attention. Papier-mâché masks, antique puppets, old-fashioned trains, and board games from another time create an enchanting scene that intrigues passersby. Yet, none of it is for sale. At number 43 Camden Passage, a blue door adorned with a Christmas wreath remains closed. This is not a shop, ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-25 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Christmas Movie Culture Art Classic
This nostalgic feeling, unique to the festive season, combined with a comforting sense of familiarity, explains the enduring appeal of the same old Christmas movies. Knowing the plot in advance reduces stress and reassures us through what psychologists call emotional regulation. Rewatching these films allows us to view the world with a childlike ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-24 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Theater Culture Art Music Dancing Songs
This Christmas season, L’Auberge de Noël, produced by Les Bouffons and written and directed by Bruno Tabbal, continues the tradition of captivating audiences of all generations. With Cynthya Karam in the lead role and an exceptional cast, the show promises to immerse the audience in a world of wonder at Le Monnot theater. Both Karam and Tabbal ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-24 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi was released on bail on December 23 by a Tehran court, two weeks after her arrest for performing an online concert without wearing the mandatory veil for women in Iran. According to local media, the young artist appeared at the 38th district court in Tehran with her lawyers. The charges against her were detailed, and ...
Alain E. Andrea, 2024-12-23 19:20 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Beirut Festival Music Art France
On Sunday, December 22, nature wept over Beirut. On the way to Saint-Elie Church in Kantari, our thoughts wandered through the ruins of the capital, those gaping wounds that will bleed and ooze the horrors of war for years to come. Alas. That evening, a fine rain caressed these scars, soft and soothing, like saving kisses from angels during this ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-23 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Tunisia Algeria Africa Culture Art Cinema
"If you can't go to the cinema, it will come to you" might well describe CinemaTdour, a mobile cinema truck touring Tunisia to make the seventh art accessible to everyone, from rural areas to underserved neighborhoods. Dozens of workers joyfully step down from a large red truck parked in front of their factory in Djemmal, a central-eastern town ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-23 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Culture Art Exhibition Indonisia
Indonesian artist Arahmaiani has lived many lives—from an imprisoned anti-dictatorship activist to a hippie, art teacher, and environmentalist. Her experiences have deeply inspired her work, which tests the limits of freedom and challenges societal norms. As a Southeast Asian artist, Arahmaiani spent years as a nomad after her paintings, ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-22 18:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Christmas slippers have become a true symbol of the season, reminding us of a cherished tradition that blends history, legend and modernity. Over time, they have undergone a subtle transformation, fusing ancient customs with contemporary tastes. A Tradition Anchored in History The history of Christmas slippers is deeply rooted in the past. Their ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-22 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
India Mumbai Cinema Art Culture UNESCO
A towering cinema with a roofline reminiscent of an ocean liner stands out in India’s financial capital, Mumbai, a testament to the city’s remarkable Art Deco heritage, which campaigners warn is in urgent need of protection. Just a short walk away lies a state-run insurance office adorned with Egyptian-style carvings, alongside a palm-lined ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-21 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Cinema Film Art Culture Sudan Women
Amid over a year and a half of war, aspiring female filmmakers in Sudan are capturing stories of resilience and hope with their smartphones. This initiative is part of a project designed to pave the way for a new generation of filmmakers. The film Ana Hona (“I Am Here”) follows Randa El-Taher and her friend Bekheita Abdallah, who lead the ...