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Bertrand Blier: The Legacy of a Bold, Unapologetic Filmmaker
Madeleine Cadoux 2025-01-22 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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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 ...
David Lynch’s Silencio: Parisian Nightclub Embodying His Unique Vision
This is Beirut 2025-01-19 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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A venue as unclassifiable as his films: in the early 2010s, David Lynch designed the Parisian nightclub Silencio, which to this day strives to welcome the avant-garde and perpetuate the artistic "DNA" of the visionary filmmaker who passed away Thursday. Nestled in the basement of the building where Émile Zola’s J’Accuse was printed, this ...
‘Beyrouth Forever,’ David Hury’s Relentless Crime Novel
Bélinda Ibrahim 2025-02-15 18:00 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
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Published in January 2025 by Liana Levi, Beyrouth Forever marks an evolution in David Hury’s literary journey. Before this, he had already explored other genres, with historical novels like Mustapha s’en va-t-en guerre (2021) and Sans nouvelles depuis Drancy (2024), as well as Pentes douces (2017), an illustrated novel. In an interview with ...
Sursock Museum Reopens Its Doors, Lamia Abillama Unveils History
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-12-19 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Museum Culture Exhibition Book
After two months of closure during the recent war in Lebanon, the Sursock Museum is reopening its doors to the public this Friday, December 20. A festive day packed with events awaits visitors to celebrate the long-anticipated return of this iconic cultural institution. “Having been greatly weakened by the August 4, 2020 explosion at the Beirut ...
AIDS: In the Footsteps of a Major Scientific Scandal (2/2)
Alain E. Andrea 2024-12-05 14:35 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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At the end of the 20th century, AIDS, previously unknown, spread rapidly, plunging the world into an unprecedented public health crisis. Researchers worked diligently to uncover the causes of this mysterious disease. In May 1983, Luc Montagnier and his team at the Pasteur Institute in Paris published an article in Science announcing that they had ...
'The Room Next Door': Almodóvar’s New Emotional Drama
Marie-Christine Tayah 2024-12-12 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
With The Room Next Door, Pedro Almodóvar delves into the complexities of friendship and life’s profound questions in an intimate and evocative film. The story follows two women, Ingrid (Julianne Moore), a renowned novelist, and Martha (Tilda Swinton), a seasoned war reporter. Once inseparable, the friends drifted apart over the years, each ...
Festive Agenda (2): December in the Spirit of Christmas
Béatrice Moreau 2024-12-13 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Lebanon Christmas Exhibition Theater Culture Events
Khyal Sahra returns to Casino du Liban for the holidays After captivating over 26,000 spectators last August, the play Khyal Sahra, written, directed and performed by Georges Khabbaz, alongside Adel Karam, makes a grand return to Casino du Liban for a limited series of performances from December 18, 2024, to January 19, 2025. This theatrical ...
Martial Solal: Master of the Free Note, Eternally Unforgettable
This is Beirut 2024-12-14 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
King of improvisation, Martial Solal left an indelible mark on the history of jazz as one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. He passed away on December 12 at the age of 97. This prodigious musician, composer, arranger, and conductor made his name on the international stage, challenging the American giants of music. Born in Algiers in ...
ŠamaŠ: A Call for Peace Through Art and Music
Fabienne Touma 2024-12-14 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Lebanon Paris Culture Art Exhibition
Originally unveiled in 2017 at the Lebanese Pavilion of the Venice Biennale, ŠamaŠ (pronounced Shamash) seamlessly combines visual art and music. For the first time in France, visitors can experience this extraordinary piece at the IMA in Paris until April 6. Deeply symbolic, the project stems from Zad Moultaka’s profound reflection on ...
The Art of Wearing Red Lipstick with Confidence and Style
Marie-Christine Tayah 2024-12-15 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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More than a cosmetic, red lipstick is a story of empowerment, growth and everlasting style. Its voyage spans thousands of years, deeply rooted in old traditions, and evolves into a universal icon of femininity and power. A Step Back in Time Red lipstick has an amazing past, evolving from ancient beauty practices into a universal symbol of ...
Vintage Subway Cars Bring 1930s New York Back to Life
This is Beirut 2024-12-16 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In a unique tribute to New York’s rich transit history, vintage subway cars from the 1930s have returned for a limited time. These R1-9 railcars invite passengers to experience the past firsthand, blending nostalgia with New York’s timeless energy. Nearly a century after the New York subway introduced its iconic R1-9 fleet, the agency has ...
Fall of Assad's Regime and Syria’s Fractured Struggle for Unity
Salam Zaatari 2024-12-19 09:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
There’s a saying in the Middle East: “The house divided will collapse under its own weight.” For over a decade, Syria has been that house. But now, with the hypothetical fall of the Assad regime—a specter many Syrians have dreamed of or dreaded—the question looms larger than ever: Can Syria, shattered into a mosaic of ideologies, sects ...
‘A Christmas Gift’ Brings Holiday Magic to Casino du Liban
This is Beirut 2024-12-20 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Concert Christmas Culture
The holiday season is all about creating unforgettable memories, and A Christmas Gift by Pipeline Productions is poised to do just that. Taking place at the Casino du Liban in Jounieh, this awe-inspiring show will run over two weekends, December 21-23 and December 27-29. The production promises a heartwarming journey through music, dance and ...
Search for Bodies as LA Firefighters Brace for More Wind
This is Beirut 2025-01-14 10:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Search teams with dogs fanned out looking for victims in Los Angeles on Monday, as firefighters girded for hurricane-force winds that could spark new blazes. With the disaster in America's second biggest city in its seventh day, 24 people are known to have died -- a toll expected to rise -- and more than 90,000 people remain displaced. But the ...
Petram Chalach's 'Stereo Vision': Distilling Reality's Complexity
Béatrice Moreau 2024-12-22 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Exhibition Paintings Culture
Lebanese self-taught artist Petram Chalach's ongoing solo exhibition "Stereo Vision" at Galerie Janine Rubeiz in Beirut showcases his unique ability to distill events, images and collective experiences into captivating painterly metaphors. The exhibition, which opened on December 18, 2024, and runs until January 17, 2025, marks Chalach's third ...
Russia's Shadow Looms Over Estonian Border Town
This is Beirut 2024-12-24 09:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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In heavy snowfall and high winds, around 200 people wearing rain ponchos and fur hoods queued in the Estonian border town of Narva to cross into neighboring Russia. Arriving at the crossing in taxis or buses, some dragged suitcases through thick snow, and others walked up and joined the line with just a single plastic shopping bag. Checks have ...
'L’Auberge de Noël:' A Magical Play for Christmas Time
Marie-Christine Tayah 2024-12-24 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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This Christmas season, L’Auberge de Noël, produced by Les Bouffons and written and directed by Bruno Tabbal, continues the tradition of captivating audiences of all generations. With Cynthya Karam in the lead role and an exceptional cast, the show promises to immerse the audience in a world of wonder at Le Monnot theater. Both Karam and Tabbal ...
'Bird' with Barry Keoghan Redefines Social Drama in Ken Loach’s Style
This is Beirut 2024-12-27 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Releasing Wednesday, Bird reinvigorates the social drama genre in the spirit of Ken Loach, exploring the fringes of UK society with irresistible rock energy, a touch of fantasy, and a stellar performance from Irish actor Barry Keoghan. Directed by British filmmaker Andrea Arnold (Fish Tank, American Honey), the film competed at Cannes but left ...
Joseph Tarrab, Art Critic and Chronicler of Beirut, Has Passed Away
Marie-Christine Tayah 2025-01-02 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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A journalist, writer, theater enthusiast, and art critic, Joseph Tarrab’s career spanned decades, resulting in a remarkable body of books and articles. Bestowed the title of Officer of the Order by Henri Le Breton, cultural advisor and director of the French Institute of Lebanon, on behalf of French Culture Minister Aurélie Filippetti, his ...
Cape Town’s Streets Alive for Historic Minstrel Carnival
This is Beirut 2025-01-05 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Cape Town’s historic streets erupted in a riot of color and music on Saturday, January 4, as thousands of costumed minstrels paraded through the city’s center in an exuberant celebration of cultural heritage and resilience. This annual carnival, deeply rooted in the city’s history of slavery, drew large crowds and cemented its reputation as ...
'Freekeh' Explores Grief Through Theater, Cooking, and Music
Marie-Christine Tayah 2025-01-09 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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In Freekeh: It’s Been 40 Days Since My Aunt Passed Away, Hiba Najem delivers an immersive experience that combines theater, cooking, and memory. Inspired by the traditional forty-day mourning ritual, the performance explores the emotions tied to grief and the evolution of family traditions. Accompanied by Samah Boulmona on the accordion, Freekeh ...
President Joseph Aoun’s Deep Connection to Southern Border Villages
Katia Kahil 2025-01-11 16:40 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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Following the ceasefire and the deployment of the Lebanese Army in border villages, President Joseph Aoun was the first to visit Marjayoun, Klayaa and Khiam on December 23, 2024. At the time, he was still serving as Commander-in-Chief of the Army and was accompanied by caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati. He is especially familiar with the ...
'Cornucopia': Björk’s Visionary Blend of Art and Environmental Advocacy
Madeleine Cadoux 2025-01-12 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Björk continues to push boundaries in art, music, and environmental advocacy with several groundbreaking initiatives this year. Her latest accomplishments include the release of Cornucopia: The Book, a meticulous documentation of her five-year Cornucopia tour. Designed by M/M Paris and featuring photography by Santiago Felipe, the book showcases ...
Valentine’s Day Special: Love in Lebanon, a Feeling in Crisis?
Yara Germany 2025-02-13 22:00 - Reading : 9 minute(s)
This year, Valentine’s Day comes amid Lebanon’s struggle to recover – from war, constant political instability and an unrelenting financial crisis. And who better than the Lebanese to bring a touch of red to all this grayness? For some, this day is little more than a marketing ploy; for others, a chance to celebrate their loved ones; and ...
How Hezbollah Set the Shiite Community Back 40 Years
Johnny Kortbawi 2025-02-18 10:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Hezbollah still considers itself victorious. On the day of Nasrallah’s funeral, the group is preparing for a massive public display to prove that it remains strong. However, it has yet to realize that this is no longer the case. It signed a humiliating ceasefire agreement that completely eliminates its weapons, both north and south of the Litani ...
Who Are the US and France’s Representatives to the Ceasefire Monitoring in Lebanon?
This is Beirut 2024-12-04 14:16 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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Lebanon, the US and France have appointed their representatives to the ceasefire monitoring five-member committee agreed to by Hezbollah and Israel. The Lebanese Army's Brigadier General Edgard Lawandos has been appointed to represent Lebanon, while France has appointed Brigadier General Guillaume Ponchin and the US has appointed Major General ...
AI: Just Beginning to Revolutionize the NBA Game
This is Beirut 2025-04-14 14:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
It's not a scene out of the future, but a reality on the hard courts of today. Using artificial intelligence, a top basketball team found the right defensive strategy that made the difference to win the NBA championship. Data specialist Rajiv Maheswaran declines to name the outfit that leveraged AI analysis to victory, saying in a corporate ...
'The Grill' Heats Up the American Dream on Screen
This is Beirut 2025-03-28 12:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Immigration, abortion, and the eternal quest for the American dream: these are the explosive ingredients of the Mexican-American film The Grill, hitting theaters Wednesday. Set inside a New York restaurant, it dives into the intense world of a Times Square tourist-trap kitchen. Rooney Mara, who won Best Actress at Cannes in 2015 for Carol and has ...
Alzheimer's: A Major Scientific Breakthrough Thanks to Molecular Chaperones
Karl Hajj Moussa 2025-03-29 11:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Recent research on Alzheimer’s disease suggests that molecular chaperones could play a key role in restoring protein balance in the brain. This innovative approach could improve memory and slow the progression of the disease. Alzheimer’s disease disrupts brain function, leading to memory loss and difficulties with daily tasks. It is ...
AI Grows in Anime, but Miyazaki Stays Untouchable
This is Beirut 2025-04-03 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Artificial intelligence might take over some of the work done by Japanese animation artists, but it will never match the brilliance of Hayao Miyazaki — the creative soul of Studio Ghibli — according to his son Goro, speaking to AFP. After the release of the latest ChatGPT version (GPT-4o), the internet was flooded with AI-generated images and ...