Zeina Nader 2023-12-31 10:31 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
To conclude the year beautifully, Rebirth Beirut opens its doors in Gemmayze with the season's final event, Colors in Motion by the artist Missak Terzian. It's an exhibition that wraps visitors in vibrant colors, taking them on a symphony of strong and vivid tones. Terzian, a Lebanese-American artist of Armenian heritage, is renowned for ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-30 19:34 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Nearly a century since his debut on the silver screen, Mickey Mouse will enter the public domain on Monday. This significant event opens up possibilities for remakes, spin-offs, adaptations and potential legal confrontations with Disney. Steamboat Willie, the iconic 1928 black-and-white animation featuring Mickey Mouse, sees its copyright expire ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-30 14:21 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the current context in which cinema echoes crucial social issues, the films Io Capitano (Me Captain) by Matteo Garrone and Green Border by Agnieszka Holland stand out. These works, transcending the usual political debates, immerse the viewer in the heart of the challenges and human dramas associated with migration. In an increasingly socially ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-30 10:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The film industry is poised to embrace a distinctive creation by esteemed director Sofia Coppola, who provides an insightful view into the life of rock’n’roll icon, Elvis Presley, through the eyes of his wife, Priscilla Presley. The movie, titled Priscilla, draws inspiration from Priscilla Presley’s 1985 autobiography Elvis and Me, and ...
Fabienne Touma 2023-12-29 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Combining visual communication, advertising, brand identity and design, the artistic style of brothers Ivan and Allan Debs is notably unique. Gifted and humble, Ivan and Allan Debs have a significant artistic voice. They define themselves as “two hearts, two minds, one vision, one universe.” These multifaceted artists have united ...
2023-12-29 13:37 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Juliette Elamine, a French-Lebanese author, released her latest work titled Les enfants de la vie (The Children of Life) in October 2023, published by Sterenn Editions. In Paris, she continues her book signing tours, captivating an audience eager for culture and stories. Blending a rich mix of human values from the Francophone world with a deeply ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-29 11:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Renowned French actress Sophie Marceau made striking allegations against fellow actor Gérard Depardieu, accusing him of “rude and inappropriate” behavior, particularly towards women in subordinate roles on film sets. These revelations emerged in an interview published in the latest edition of Paris Match magazine on Thursday. Marceau, who ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-28 18:09 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Tom Smothers, one half of the influential singing comedy duo The Smothers Brothers, passed away at the age of 86, his family announced on Wednesday. Celebrated for their distinctive blend of folk music, humor, and incisive political satire, Tom and his brother Dick Smothers left an indelible mark on American entertainment, enjoying a career that ...
2023-12-28 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The city of Barranquilla, nestled along Colombia's Caribbean coast, proudly unveiled a 6.5-meter (21.3-foot) statue on Tuesday, December 26, in homage to its beloved native daughter, renowned Colombian superstar Shakira. This towering masterpiece, crafted from bronze and aluminum, captures the essence of the singer's iconic stage presence, ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-27 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun, globally renowned for his significant role in the 2020 multiple Oscar-winning film Parasite, was tragically found dead in Seoul this Wednesday. This incident comes two months after the initiation of an investigation into alleged drug use, a serious charge in a country with particularly stringent drug laws. The ...
2023-12-27 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
artificial intelligence Artists
Artists grappling with the intrusion of artificial intelligence (AI), which diligently analyzes their creative output and emulates their distinctive styles, have forged alliances with academic researchers. Their effort aims to combat this burgeoning menace. US illustrator Paloma McClain found herself compelled to adopt a defensive stance upon ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2023-12-27 10:30 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
In the heart of Napoli, where the echoes of ancient artistry blend with the vibrant thrum of modern life, lies the Bottega of Michele Buonincontro. This workshop is not just a mere store; it’s a living, vivid embodiment of Neapolitan craftsmanship. Michele Buonincontro’s Bottega, nestled in the heart of Napoli at San Gregorio ...