Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-19 17:39 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards 2024 has once again illuminated the best of cinema, showcasing an array of talents that have captivated audiences and critics alike. This year’s ceremony was a vibrant celebration of storytelling, directing and acting, with Oppenheimer emerging as a major winner, alongside other ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-02-19 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The streets of Beirut are increasingly resembling a gigantic open-air bazaar… of luxury bag counterfeits! Kelly, Birkin, Lady Dior, Chanel 2.55, quilted bags, Hermès belts: they are absolutely everywhere, proudly displayed on the arms of Lebanese women or on the passenger seat of their shiny SUVs. “Look how beautiful my new Kelly is, I adore ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-19 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The upcoming BAFTA awards in London are set to be a star-studded event, highlighting the year’s best in cinema. Among the top contenders is Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan’s cinematic exploration of the creation of the atomic bomb, which has already achieved significant success and garnered over $1 billion at the box office. This film stands ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-18 18:22 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In today’s film industry, where prevailing beauty standards often overshadow diverse narratives, the film A Different Man emerges as a bold exception. This sharp comedy, vying for recognition at the Berlin film festival, takes a pioneering step by casting Adam Pearson, a British actor living with neurofibromatosis, in a leading role. He stars ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-18 14:05 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
As London Fashion Week (LFW) marks its 40th season, it unfolds a tapestry of fashion that mirrors the eclectic and evolving nature of the industry. Amid the UK’s economic downturn, LFW kicked off with a display that spanned from the traditional tweed to the iconic low-rise jeans of the early 2000s, showcasing the resilience and ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-02-18 10:56 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In Mother Valley, Carlos Chahine delivers a nuanced portrait of Lebanon in 1958, capturing with finesse a woman’s quest for freedom in a changing world. This Franco-Lebanese film skillfully blends historical drama with intimate exploration, establishing itself as a major work in the cinematic landscape of 2023. Carlos Chahine’s ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-17 18:03 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The cinematic world often finds itself at the intersection of the surreal and the mundane, a crossroads where German filmmaker Wim Wenders has made his latest mark with Perfect Days, a film revolving around the unlikely subject of public toilets in Japan. Initially perceived as a joke by some media outlets, the film’s nomination for Best ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-17 13:47 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The picturesque city of Florence, renowned for its rich history and cultural heritage, is facing a crisis that threatens the very fabric of its community. The recent eviction of goldsmith Tommaso Pestelli from his historic workshop, a space his family had occupied since 1908, to make room for a luxury hotel, symbolizes a broader issue plaguing the ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-17 12:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Embark on a transformative journey with acclaimed author Nadine Chammas as she brings her enlightening book, “The Stage is Yours,” to life at Le Monnot Theater. Through the captivating fusion of theater and self-discovery, Chammas invites you to explore the depths of your soul, rewrite the script of your life, and step into the spotlight of ...
Zeina Nader 2024-02-16 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Charbel Sader showcases his artistic creations at the Cheriff Tabet Gallery, nestled on Abdel Wahab El Inglizi Street in the heart of Achrafieh. The exhibition, aptly named "First Impression," is a solo display of his work, available for viewing until the March 8. [gallery size="full" link="none" ids="227358,227359,227360,227361"] Upon entering ...
2024-02-16 13:22 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Taylor Swift's upcoming tour in Paris in 2024 marks a pivotal moment in her illustrious career, showcasing her evolution as an artist and performer. Known for her electrifying stage presence and deeply personal songwriting, Swift's concerts are immersive experiences that weave storytelling with music, engaging fans in a shared journey of ...
Fabienne Touma 2024-02-16 10:29 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The renowned Franco-Lebanese trumpeter, jazz musician and composer Ibrahim Maalouf is making his acting debut in the play Un homme qui boit, rêve toujours d’un homme qui écoute (A Man Who Drinks Always Dreams of a Man Who Listens) at 13e Art in Paris, from February 27 to March 31, 2024. Ibrahim Maalouf, the distinguished Lebanese ...