Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-26 10:03 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Renowned for his socially conscious and deeply humanistic films, Palme d’or winner Laurent Cantet leaves behind a legacy of thought-provoking cinema that fearlessly explored contemporary issues and the human condition. Laurent Cantet, the acclaimed French filmmaker best known for his Palme d’or-winning film The Class (2008), passed away on ...
This Is Beirut 2024-04-25 21:19 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Kendji Girac, a popular French singer who was shot on Monday, told investigators he wanted to “fake suicide” to scare off his girlfriend, the public prosecutor in Mont-de-Marsan, southwest France, said on Thursday. French singer Kendji Girac, who was seriously injured by a gunshot this week, wanted to "fake" his suicide to scare his partner, ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-25 18:43 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Gabriela Brito, known as Lela MC, is a 13-year-old Venezuelan migrant whose inspiring journey has led her to become a rising star in Colombian rap. At just 13 years old, Gabriela Brito, better known by her stage name Lela MC, has lived a life that could be straight out of a movie. After surviving a fire, emigrating from Venezuela, and singing on ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-25 16:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The prestigious Turner Prize, a British contemporary art award, has announced its four finalists for its 40th anniversary, showcasing diverse and thought-provoking projects. The Turner Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in the contemporary art world, has revealed the names of its four finalists for its 40th anniversary celebration. The ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-25 15:06 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Despite the unexplained fall of its emblematic wings, the famous Parisian cabaret Moulin Rouge remains open and determined to rise to the challenge of this unexpected ordeal. In the heart of Montmartre, a symbol of Parisian nightlife has just experienced a shocking moment. On the night from Wednesday to Thursday, the wings of the Moulin ...
This Is Beirut 2024-04-25 12:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Due to the success of the play and public demand, Mono-Pause, the latest theatrical creation by Betty Taoutel, has been extended until May 5th. Sold-out performances, standing ovations, and the enthusiasm of the audience have encouraged the director to negotiate to keep the theater reservation until this date, resulting in 8 weeks of shows (a ...
2024-04-25 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
After more than a quarter-century in the world of art, JR, a street artist of international acclaim, continues to be driven by a passion for travel and exploration. At 41, the French photographer, recognizable by his signature black hat and glasses, has embarked on an audacious project: adorning an entire car of the Venice ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-04-24 20:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Born on May 31, 1930, in San Francisco, Clint Eastwood is a towering figure in cinema. As an actor, director, producer and composer, he has left an indelible mark on the history of film over a career spanning more than six decades. Now, at 93, he is set to take on a final challenge with his 40th feature film as a director, Juror #2, a legal ...
Nada Skaff 2024-04-24 17:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Reynaldo Sayegh is showcasing his latest series of works titled Puertas del Mediterraneo (Doors of the Mediterranean) at the Instituto Cervantes in Beirut from April 18 to April 30, 2024. This exhibition, the result of extensive reflection on the historical and cultural links between Lebanon and Spain, will also be presented at the AZM Cultural ...
David Sahyoun 2024-04-24 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Every week, we invite you to explore a striking quote from a great psychoanalyst to reveal all its depth and richness. These lapidary, often provocative formulas open up new perspectives on the intricacies of the human psyche. By deciphering these quotes with rigor and pedagogy, we invite you on a fascinating journey to the heart of psychoanalytic ...
This Is Beirut 2024-04-23 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On May 13 and 17, 2024, the residence of the Brazilian Ambassador in Lebanon, a hallmark of Brazilian-Lebanese modernist architecture, will open its doors to the public for guided tours. These tours, inaugurated last year, have rapidly become a cultural highlight, attracting full bookings and receiving exceptional feedback from visitors and media ...
2024-04-23 16:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The exhibition Blooming Beirut, initiated by Christiane Tawil with the aim of supporting the committee of the Sursock Museum boutique, headed by Karina Hélou, is currently being held at the same location. This initiative seeks to transform the museum's esplanade into a genuine cultural forum for the city of Beirut. The Sursock Museum Boutique, ...