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Cinema Embraces Migrants as Inspirational Leading Characters
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 ...
The Magic of Harmonies: Christmas in Music (2/2)
Alain E. Andrea 2023-12-25 10:44 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
As Christmas approaches, musical scores come to life, filling the air with their festive spirit. In the second article of this series, This Is Beirut invites you to (re)discover three popular Christmas tunes that have soothed generations, perpetuating the magic of Christmas to this day. As soon as the wind sweeps away the last russet leaves, ...
Preserving Creative Identity: Artists Denounce AI Intrusion
2023-12-27 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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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 ...
Bronze Beauty: Shakira's Iconic Statue Unveiled
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, ...
Israeli Propaganda Video in South Korea Sparks Outrage
This Is Beirut 2023-12-28 10:51 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
An Israeli Embassy communications operation in South Korea quickly turned into a fiasco on Thursday, December 28. Involving a propaganda video imagining an attack on Seoul similar to that of October 7, the operation provoked the outrage of the South Korean government. The Israeli embassy in South Korea has removed a video showing an imaginary ...
Artistic Encounter With Ivan and Allan Debs
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 ...
Sofia Coppola Reveals Priscilla Presley’s Story in New Film
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 ...
'After the End of the World' Screening at AUB
This Is Beirut 2024-01-17 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On Monday, January 22, at 5:00 PM, BAFF is organizing the screening of After the End of the World, directed by Nadim Mishlawi, at Bathish Auditorium, West Hall. The documentary had its Arab premiere at the Red Sea International Film Festival in 2022. Following the screening of After the End of the World, organized by BAFF at AUB in partnership ...
From Lebanon to the Vatican… Church Bells Ringing for St Charbel
This Is Beirut 2024-01-19 12:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In a day of holiness and prayer, Lebanon's bells echoed joyfully from Lebanon to the Vatican in honor of Saint Charbel on Friday morning. Worshipers gathered in prayer around the Saint Charbel Annaya church and places of worship across Lebanon, as Church bells rang for 5 minutes at 10:30 Beirut time, simultaneously with the installation of a ...
Anti-Terrorism Raids, Weapons Seized in Akkar and Zgharta
This is Beirut 2025-08-12 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Arms Trafficking Raid Security Grenades
The Anti-Terrorism Office in northern Lebanon conducted coordinated raids targeting two suspected weapons caches in the Akkar and Zgharta regions. Following extensive surveillance, security forces raided a home in the Tel Hayat area of Akkar, seizing large quantities of hand grenades and RPG-7 guns, according to security sources. Another ...
‘Danser la vie,’ a New Exhibition at Carré d'Artistes
This Is Beirut 2024-02-13 10:49 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Carré d'artistes invites all art enthusiasts to embark on a wonderful journey to the rhythm of life. Just like every season, Carré d'artistes launches its new seasonal exhibition. Danser la vie (Dancing Life) will take place from March 1 until May 31, 2024. Danser la vie is Carré d'artistes’ new seasonal exhibition, drawing ...
‘Lisa Frankenstein’ Reviving Mary Shelley’s Legendary Novel
2024-02-05 16:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lisa Frankenstein, a movie that is soon to be out in theaters on February 9, is a horror-comedy film. Directed by Zelda Williams and written by Diablo Cody, the movie features Kathryn Newton, Cole Sprouse, Liza Soberano, Henry Eikenberry, Joe Chrest and Carla Gugino. Inspired from Mary Shelley's 1818 novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern ...
Reviving Rome’s Majesty: The Reconstructed Colossus of Constantine
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-08 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Rome’s iconic forum experiences a revival as the imposing columns of Trajan’s basilica receive partial reconstruction, funded by a now-sanctioned Russian oligarch. The restoration of a section of the Basilica Ulpia, which once stood as a symbol of grandeur in ancient Rome, breathes new life into the city’s rich history. While many ...
Exhibition of Jean Boghossian's Artworks in Doha: From Jeweler to Artist
This Is Beirut 2024-02-11 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
From February 3 to March 3, 2024, the Anima Gallery in Doha, Qatar, presents an individual exhibition by Jean Boghossian titled "Flames." The exhibition reflects the rich journey of the artist, who transitioned from jeweler to visionary artist. Boghossian's complex art of creation with precious metals and gems laid the foundation for his ...
‘Oppenheimer’ Victory at DGA Awards… Oscar Hopes Rise
2024-02-12 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Oppenheimer, a cinematic exploration of the atomic bomb's genesis, was bestowed with the year's most prestigious accolade by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) on Saturday, February 10, amplifying the anticipation that Christopher Nolan's prolonged anticipation for Oscar triumph may imminently conclude. The British filmmaker, celebrated for his ...
Rio Carnival: A Vibrant Celebration of Culture
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-12 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Rio Carnival, a vibrant spectacle of music, dance and culture, crescendos this Sunday with its main event, captivating audiences with dazzling parades and infectious energy. As Rio de Janeiro becomes engulfed in Carnival fever, here are five key aspects illuminating the essence of this iconic celebration. The Sambodrome Throughout February, ...
Historic NBA Night for Wemby While T-Wolves Grab West Lead
2024-02-13 10:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Victor Wembanyama posted an epic NBA triple-double with 27 points, 14 rebounds and 10 blocked shots on Monday to power San Antonio to a 122-99 victory at Toronto. The 20-year-old, seven-foot-four-inch (2.24-metre) French rookie star, the top pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, had the most blocks in a game by any NBA player in more than three years in ...
Arcanes: At the Heart of Miniature Art
gdeveloper 2024-02-19 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In a discreet corner of the Monnot district lies Arcanes, a haven for miniature art. Created by Gaby Kamaret and Nada Abdallah, this store, akin to a small museum, transports visitors into a timeless dimension the moment they enter. Arcanes is a realm of creation, where each miniature narrates a story with breathtaking attention to ...
A Taste of Venice in Northern Albania
Elie-Joe Bassil 2024-02-02 12:23 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Tucked away on the outskirts of the city of Shkodër, in northern Albania, the Venice Art Mask workshop emerges as the epicenter of a globally reaching artistic industry one would not expect to find outside the city of Venice. In a hidden street in Shkodër, northern Albania, a sign bearing the name Venice Art discreetly hangs on a gate leading ...
Editorial- When Pluralism Can Potentially Become a Source of Wealth
Michel Touma 2024-02-21 08:35 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Nothing is solely black or white in any political dynamic, especially when dealing with the cynical and unpredictable "game of nations" that can often defy understanding, especially if the intelligence services of antagonistic parties get involved! For sometimes, the "raison d'Etat" has motives that reason itself cannot comprehend... This is ...
‘Coup de Cœur’ at Rebirth Beirut
2024-02-21 17:58 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
A “coup de cœur” in art is offered to us at the Rebirth Beirut Gallery in Gemmayze from February 19 to 28, 2024. In this exhibition, a series of unprecedented artworks is unveiled in collaboration with Art Centuries, owned by Johnny Chartouni, an art collector and dealer. This highly eclectic collection gathers works from a plethora of ...
'Dancing With Her Myth:' Lebanon Shines in Venice
This Is Beirut 2024-02-23 15:16 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Lebanese Pavilion at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia 2024, presented under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and organized by the Lebanese Visual Art Association (LVAA), offers a multidimensional and artistic exploration through Mounira Al Solh’s installation Dancing With Her Myth. This work ...
Opposites Meet at Beit Tabaris
Alain E. Andrea 2024-02-23 20:22 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
One concert lost, ten found. Despite inclement weather, the recital on February 18th at Beit Tabaris delighted the audience with compositions exploring Orientalist exoticism and culminating in a beautiful interpretation of the “Quatuor des muses," before concluding masterfully with a lesser-known work by Puccini. On Sunday, February 18th, ...
Met Museum Showcases Harlem Renaissance Art
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-24 19:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Metropolitan Museum’s latest exhibit shines a spotlight on the Harlem Renaissance, marking a pivotal shift in the recognition of modern art. The Metropolitan Museum’s new exhibit, The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism, is a groundbreaking showcase that repositions the Harlem Renaissance as a key player in the realm of modern ...
Beirut Art Film Festival Illuminates Women’s Lens
This Is Beirut 2024-02-27 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In a radiant tribute to International Women's Day, the Beirut Art Film Festival (BAFF), in collaboration with La Bibliothèque Orientale de l'Université Saint-Joseph, is hosting a captivating evening dedicated to the achievements of women in the realm of photography. This enlightening event, scheduled for Monday, March 4, 2024, promises to offer ...
Embracing Diversity: The Subtle Shift in French Cinema
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-02 18:39 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Vermin, a groundbreaking French horror film, is creating a buzz not just for its spine-chilling plot about killer spiders invading a dilapidated apartment block, but also for its trailblazing approach to social commentary. The film has quickly become the first hit of the year in France, marking a significant shift in the portrayal of the ...
Israel Floods Hamas' Tunnels
This Is Beirut 2024-01-31 11:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Fighting persists in Khan Younis on the 117th day of the Israel-Hamas war. As the Israeli army continues to flood Hamas' tunnel networks, international calls to save UNRWA are growing. Israel's army began flooding Hamas' network of tunnels as intense fighting rages in Gaza, with the UN warning of the potential "collapse of the humanitarian ...
Gangwon Winter Youth Games Kick Off
This Is Beirut 2024-01-19 20:13 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon 2024 kicked off in grand style, hosting 1803 athletes from 79 countries. The Lebanese delegation, led by Raymond Succar, was honored during the opening ceremony, promising a month of thrilling competitions. The opening ceremony of the Gangwon 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games took place on Friday at the ...
Medvedev Joins Qualifier Yastremska in Australian Open Semi-Finals
This Is Beirut 2024-01-24 13:04 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Daniil Medvedev Battles Past Hubert Hurkacz in Epic Clash, Sets Sights on Australian Open Semi-finals. Two-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev battled past big-serving Hubert Hurkacz on Wednesday to set up a potential Australian Open semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz as Ukrainian qualifier Dayana Yastremska's dream run continued. Former US Open ...
Netanyahu Reaffirms his Opposition to Palestinian Sovereignty in Gaza
This Is Beirut 2024-01-21 10:07 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The Israeli Prime Minister reaffirmed to the US President his opposition to the restoration of Palestinian sovereignty in Gaza. Fierce fighting continued on Sunday in the Gaza Strip, while Israel carried out operations in the West Bank, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirming his opposition to "Palestinian sovereignty" in ...