Bélinda Ibrahim, 2024-12-29 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Film Actress Homage Oscars Culture Cinema
Olivia Hussey, forever remembered as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 masterpiece, passed away at the age of 73 on Friday, December 27, 2024, in her California home, surrounded by her loved ones. Her passing marks the end of an era in cinematic history, as her portrayal of Shakespeare’s heroine resonated deeply with generations of viewers ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-29 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Film Art Culture Series Cinema
In 2025, several series promise to captivate viewers with innovative plots, iconic film figures, and eclectic fictional universes. While some works extend the legacy of classics, others explore new themes, far from the beaten path, blending history and fiction. Among the most anticipated productions are Merteuil, a reimagining of Les Liaisons ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-28 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Culture Art Theater Film Cinema Actress
Olivia Hussey, who starred as a teenage Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 film Romeo and Juliet, garnering her a Golden Globe, died Friday at age 73, her family announced. "Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her," her family said in a statement posted to her Instagram ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-27 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Culture Cinema Film Art Cannes UK
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 ...
Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-26 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Released in France in June 2024, The Count of Monte Cristo, starring Pierre Niney in the title role, has now made its way to American theaters. This latest adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ iconic novel has received unanimous praise from US critics, who laud the film’s ability to modernize the story while staying faithful to its roots. In ...
Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-26 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Christopher Nolan’s next project has been unveiled: Universal Pictures confirms the acclaimed director will adapt Homer’s The Odyssey, the iconic epic poem chronicling Odysseus’ journey home following the Trojan War. Nolan’s The Odyssey promises to be a mythic action epic, utilizing groundbreaking IMAX technology to bring ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-23 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Tunisia Algeria Africa Culture Art Cinema
"If you can't go to the cinema, it will come to you" might well describe CinemaTdour, a mobile cinema truck touring Tunisia to make the seventh art accessible to everyone, from rural areas to underserved neighborhoods. Dozens of workers joyfully step down from a large red truck parked in front of their factory in Djemmal, a central-eastern town ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-22 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
India Mumbai Cinema Art Culture UNESCO
A towering cinema with a roofline reminiscent of an ocean liner stands out in India’s financial capital, Mumbai, a testament to the city’s remarkable Art Deco heritage, which campaigners warn is in urgent need of protection. Just a short walk away lies a state-run insurance office adorned with Egyptian-style carvings, alongside a palm-lined ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-21 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Cinema Film Art Culture Sudan Women
Amid over a year and a half of war, aspiring female filmmakers in Sudan are capturing stories of resilience and hope with their smartphones. This initiative is part of a project designed to pave the way for a new generation of filmmakers. The film Ana Hona (“I Am Here”) follows Randa El-Taher and her friend Bekheita Abdallah, who lead the ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-21 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Film Art Cinema Actress Festival Berlin
The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) will honor Scottish actress Tilda Swinton with the Honorary Golden Bear for lifetime achievement at its 2025 edition, organizers announced Friday. The award recognizes the actress’ extraordinary versatility and her immense influence on modern cinema. Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle praised ...
Bélinda Ibrahim, 2024-12-18 16:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Actress Cinema Culture Woman Violence
The Last Tango in Paris was born from a fantasy by Italian director Bernardo Bertolucci. He had imagined meeting a stranger on the street and having a sexual encounter with her, without ever knowing her identity. This idea became the foundation of the script he developed with his friend Franco Arcalli. Initially, Dominique Sanda was cast in the ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-18 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Art Cinema Film Art Spain Actress
Born on April 3, 1946, in Madrid, María Luisa Paredes Bartolomé—known to the world as Marisa Paredes—grew up in an era overshadowed by Francisco Franco’s dictatorship. Raised in a humble family as the fourth child of a concierge and a homemaker, her childhood was marked by hardship. “I endured humiliation and abuse. How could I not ...