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The Oscars’ Winners and Losers: ‘Anora’ Triumphs as Others Celebrate Backstage

Madeleine Cadoux 09:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Hollywood’s biggest night saw Anora emerge as the dominant force, securing five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director. Meanwhile, those who left empty-handed found solace in the revelry of the evening, with the backstage bar becoming the unofficial gathering place for relaxed nominees and industry insiders. The Oscars are often ...

The Endless Chic of Black and White Stands Out at the César Awards

Marie-Christine Tayah 02/03 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Fashion Black White César Awards Ceremony

Few color combinations command attention quite like black and white. At the César Awards, this classic pairing took center stage, with stars embracing its timeless appeal in bold yet understated ways. The Power of Timeless Elegance The striking duo of the black and white outfit has been a cornerstone of style for decades, embodying a refined ...

Gene Hackman’s Final Days: Mystery and Suspicious Death

This is Beirut 02/03 13:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Hollywood icon Gene Hackman was likely dead for around ten days before his body was discovered alongside that of his wife in their Santa Fe home, authorities announced Friday. The 95-year-old actor and classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 63, were found lifeless on Wednesday, along with the body of one of their dogs. While no signs of foul play were ...

Dolce & Gabbana and Ferragamo Light Up Milan Fashion Week

This is Beirut 02/03 10:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Dolce & Gabbana dominated Milan Fashion Week on Saturday, March 1st, with a high-energy, rave-like atmosphere, while Ferragamo leaned into a more poetic, theatrical presentation. The Sicilian duo, Dolce & Gabbana, brought their Cool Girls collection to life with an army of models dressed in oversized bombers, cargo pants, and snug beanies. With ...

Francis Ford Coppola Embraces Razzie Award for 'Megalopolis' Flop

This is Beirut 01/03 17:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Multiple Oscar-winner Francis Ford Coppola on Friday said he was "thrilled" to accept this year's tongue-in-cheek Razzie Award for worst director, insisting it shows he has a "courage" sorely lacking in modern Hollywood. The legendary filmmaker behind The Godfather and Apocalypse Now poured his own money into last year's passion project ...

Tilda Swinton Curates a Paris Exhibition at Christie’s

This is Beirut 01/03 12:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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British actress Tilda Swinton will serve as the curator and scenographer of an exhibition dedicated to her friend and compatriot, designer Marianna Kennedy, at Christie’s in Paris from May 5 to 11, the auction house announced on Friday. This non-selling exhibition is entirely envisioned by Swinton, who designed the staging and décor, according ...

'Emilia Pérez' Triumphs at the César Awards Before Facing the Oscars

Madeleine Cadoux 01/03 09:20 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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French director Jacques Audiard triumphed at the César Awards on Friday, overcoming controversy to take home seven awards for his musical Emilia Pérez, including Best Film and Best Director. Now, he sets his sights on the Oscars this Sunday. “The joy of hiding, the fear of being discovered—thank you for finding me!” said the 72-year-old ...

Interviews'Vingt-quatre heures de la vie d’une femme' to Take the Stage in Beirut

Marie-Christine Tayah 28/02 19:10 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Bringing Zweig’s compelling narrative to the stage, Vingt-quatre heures de la vie d’une femme (Twenty-Four Hours in a Woman’s Life) is preparing for its next chapter in Beirut. Under the direction of Ji Chen, Joanna Khalaf delivers a performance that bridges two cultures, offering audiences an immersive experience in both French ...

SpotlightFrom Father to Son, from Beirut to the Louvre, the Epic of the Abou Adal Icons

Bélinda Ibrahim 28/02 17:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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The extraordinary journey of the Abou Adal collection began in the early 1950s, in a Lebanon then regarded as the “Switzerland of the Middle East.” Georges Abou Adal, driven by a curiosity for Eastern sacred art, acquired his first icons in 1952. What started as a personal interest quickly turned into a passionate quest to preserve and ...

The Top Nominees at the 2024 Oscars: A Tight Race

Madeleine Cadoux 28/02 14:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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As the Oscars revelations are unfolding very soon, the battle is intense between Sean Baker’s tragicomedy Anora and Edward Berger’s Vatican thriller Conclave. Once considered a strong contender, Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Pérez saw its Oscar hopes crumble following controversies surrounding its lead actress. Meanwhile, Ralph Fiennes’ ...

PortraitGene Hackman, the Quiet Giant of American Cinema

Bélinda Ibrahim 28/02 12:50 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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Hackman passed away on February 26, 2025, in his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Despite his advanced age, the disturbing circumstances of his death have deeply shaken Hollywood. His wife, 63-year-old classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were also found dead. The details surrounding their discovery are especially unsettling. The bodies ...

Banksy in Belgrade: A Battle Over the Soul of Street Art

This is Beirut 28/02 10:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Belgrade has become the stage for a clash over Banksy’s artistic legacy, as two rival exhibitions have ignited debate on the commercialization of street art. While one offers a curated multimedia experience featuring authenticated works, the other challenges the commodification of an artist whose ethos rejects profit-driven art. Banksy, the ...