Culture

Georges Khabbaz Starring in Berlinale-Nominated Film 'Yunan'

Marie-Christine Tayah 23/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Cinema Berlinale Competition Film Actor Culture

The film Yunan, written directed by Amir Fakhr el-Din and starring Georges Khabbaz and Hanna Schygulla, will compete in the official selection at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale). This prestigious competition positions Yunan for the coveted Golden Bear award alongside globally acclaimed films. As one of the world’s top ...

SpotlightWhen Fashion Meets Politics: The Silent Language of Power

Salam El Zaatari 23/01 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Melania Trump Fashion USA Politics

In a world where optics often speak louder than words, the intertwining of fashion and politics has become a language of its own. Few people encapsulate this better than Melania Trump. On January 20, 2025, during her husband’s second inauguration, First Lady Melania Trump made a significant fashion statement that blended elegance with subtle ...

SpotlightHarassment: A Symptom of a Sick Society?

David Sahyoun 22/01 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon

Harassment, a devastating phenomenon that infiltrates both personal and professional spheres, reveals a complex mechanism where a profound psychological tragedy unfolds. Beyond appearances, it is an expression of unconscious dynamics where human fragility is revealed in its full opacity. Beneath the harasser's apparent confidence lies a deep ...

Louis Vuitton at the Louvre: Pharrell Williams in a Paris show

This is Beirut 22/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Fashion Show FashionWeek Paris France

Designer Pharrell Williams for Louis Vuitton inaugurated Paris Men's Fashion Week on Tuesday evening with a show at the Louvre, which was much more subdued than usual and confirms the end of streetwear's dominance. A fifth collection titled Remembering the Future, created in collaboration with his friend Nigo, Kenzo's artistic director, was ...

PortraitBertrand Blier: The Legacy of a Bold, Unapologetic Filmmaker

Madeleine Cadoux 22/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Cinema Legacy Film Director Movie Art

Bertrand Blier, a trailblazing filmmaker and master of dark humor, has passed away in Paris at the age of 85. Renowned for cult classics like Les Valseuses and Too Beautiful for You, he leaves an indelible mark on cinema with his sharp dialogues and provocative style. Let’s revisit the career of a director who redefined French filmmaking. The ...

Italian Film Festival in Lebanon at Metropolis Cinema

This is Beirut 21/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Cinema Beirut Lebanon Metropolis Itlay Film

The Italian Embassy in Lebanon and the Italian Cultural Institute, in collaboration with Metropolis Art Cinema, proudly announce the first edition of the Italian Film Festival. This one-of-a-kind event will take place in Beirut, at the newly reopened Metropolis Cinema in Mar Mikhael, from January 24 to February 2, 2025. It highlights contemporary ...

Giorgio Armani's Fall-Winter 2025-26 Collection: Elegance, Comfort, and Freedom

This is Beirut 21/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Italy Milano Fashion Art

With soft fabrics, jewelled hues and fluid shapes, Giorgio Armani's men's show in Milan on Monday was an ode to elegance and freedom of movement. The legendary Italian designer, now 90, presented a fall-winter 2025-26 collection comprising belted baggy trousers and layered loose jackets, knits and scarves. A seasonal palette of greys and browns ...

Steely Fashion Redefines Melania Trump’s Second First Lady Era

This is Beirut 21/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

New York United States Washington Fashion Trump Art

Where in the world is Melania Trump? Making a striking return to Washington, she donned a sharply tailored outfit exuding an air of international mystery as her husband once again assumed the presidency of the United States. Her long navy coat and matching wide-brimmed hat — shielding her eyes in most photographs and unintentionally hindering ...

Jude Law to Step Into Vladimir Putin’s Shoes

Madeleine Cadoux 20/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Putin Actor Film Cinema Art Culture

Jude Law, renowned for his versatility and commanding screen presence, is set to embody Vladimir Putin in The Mage of the Kremlin, Olivier Assayas’ adaptation of Giuliano da Empoli's award-winning geopolitical novel. Known for roles that span kings, detectives and romantics, Law now faces the challenge of portraying one of the most enigmatic ...

'Mufasa' Roars Back to the Top of the Box Office

This is Beirut 20/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Film Cinema Disney Culture Art Movie

Disney's Mufasa: The Lion King reclaimed the top spot at the North American box office over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend after slipping to second place the week before, analysts reported on Sunday. The animated feature earned an estimated $15.5 million over the four-day period from Friday to Monday, according to industry tracker ...

Prada and Armani Redefine Elegance with Wild Romanticism

This is Beirut 20/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Fashion Milan Culture Art

"Wild" yet sophisticated: Miuccia Prada, in collaboration with Raf Simons, unveiled her new menswear collection for Fall-Winter 2025/2026 in Milan. This collection delves into "human nature" and "basic instincts," combining raw emotions with refined craftsmanship. As one of the highlights of Men’s Fashion Week, the show took place in a striking ...

The Beret’s Triumphant Return: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance

Marie-Christine Tayah 19/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Fashion France Paris Art Heritage Trend

This iconic accessory has transcended eras, establishing itself as a cornerstone of timeless style. Once associated with artistic and intellectual circles, the beret now reinvents itself to captivate a contemporary generation of fashion enthusiasts. From bold hues to sustainable materials, the beret balances tradition with innovation. A Legacy ...