This Is Beirut 2024-01-10 18:16 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
This year, the Beirut Art Film Festival (BAFF) presents a rich tapestry of cultural experiences across Lebanon. In its lineup are 16 films, each delving into diverse themes such as architecture, poetry, archaeology, heritage, music, crafts, cinema and photography. These films will be showcased in 38 sessions, alongside 10 roundtable discussions ...
2024-01-10 15:32 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Rideau (Curtain) is a French adaptation by Walid Yaziji of a play originally written in Lebanese by Maria Douaihy and directed by Bruno Tabbal. The play will be performed at Le Monnot theater starting January 18. Bruno Tabbal and Maria Douaihy share their excitement about their project, Rideau, coming to life on stage. Bruno Tabbal begins ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-10 11:51 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Sinéad O’Connor, a name synonymous with raw emotion and powerful music, left an indelible mark on the world. Her untimely passing in July 2022 has been confirmed as due to natural causes, concluding months of speculation and uncertainty. It’s now official. Singer Sinéad O’Connor passed away “of natural causes” in July 2022 at her ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-09 18:12 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In an era marked by cultural shifts and political debates, Disney’s Marvel franchise has made significant strides with Echo, a series introducing a Native American superheroine who is deaf and an amputee. Set against the backdrop of dwindling viewership and political criticisms, this innovative series embodies the company’s commitment to ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-09 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
A controversial opinion piece published in The New York Times ignited a firestorm of criticism on social media. The 5,000-word column, authored by Anna Marks, an editor for the NYT’s Opinion section, speculated on superstar Taylor Swift’s sexuality, suggesting that she might be signaling a queer identity to her fans. This speculation comes ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-09 11:42 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The 81st Golden Globe Awards presented a magnificent array of fashion excellence, where celebrities paraded a fusion of timeless elegance and audacious style statements. Amongst the plethora of fashion highlights, two exquisite designs by Georges Chakra captured attention with their distinct elegance and charm. This is Beirut curated a list of the ...
2024-01-08 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The ancient Palace of Aigai, the site of Alexander the Great's coronation as the King of Macedonia, has been unveiled to the public this Sunday, January 7, following a 16-year renovation project. This ambitious endeavor, costing 20 million euros, was dedicated to restoring the palace's former magnificence. During a ceremony held on Friday, January ...
2024-01-08 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The pinnacle of dance manifests itself at the Musée d'Orsay on each month's inaugural Thursday, materializing majestically within the grandeur of the salle des fêtes. The meticulously crafted choreography, a brainchild of Benjamin Millepied and Solène du Haÿs Mascré, vivifies the museum's space on January 11, February 1 and March 7, starting ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-08 11:38 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The ageless Nutcracker ballet is presented by the Royal Opera House of London and showcased exclusively at the Empire Premiere, Sodeco Square. The screening will take place on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The enchanting Nutcracker ballet whisks viewers away to Clara's enchanting realm, as she embarks on a magical journey on Christmas ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-08 10:58 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The Golden Globe Awards took place on Sunday, January 7, amidst an atmosphere brimming with glamour and suspense. The heavy hitters of the box office, Barbie and Oppenheimer, emerged as the frontrunners. The ceremony sought a rejuvenation, aiming to dispel the lingering shadows of racism and corruption allegations that marred its reputation in ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-07 18:16 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In his most recent and arguably most daring cinematic work, A Silence, Belgian director Joachim Lafosse tackles a subject as delicate as it is crucial: pedophilia and the silence surrounding its victims. The film, starring Daniel Auteuil and Emmanuelle Devos, is inspired by the true story of a Belgian lawyer, Victor Hissel, who was convicted in ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-07 14:04 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In the quaint village of Douchy in the Loiret, Alain Delon, an icon of French cinema, finds a deep connection to the land and its people. Delon, owner the historic La Brûlerie estate for over half a century, has a profound affinity for this place in which he intends to spend his eternal rest, accompanied by his beloved dogs. This unusual but ...