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Marrakech International Film Festival Showcases Cinema Amidst Cultural Tapestry

Marie-Christine Tayah, 05/12 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The 21st edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival transforms the city into a cinematic capital. A cornerstone of Morocco’s cultural calendar, the event celebrates and promotes both Moroccan and international cinema. Over the years, it has played a pivotal role in showcasing Moroccan films on the global stage while supporting the ...

Death of Silvia Pinal, Buñuel's Muse and Cultural Icon

Béatrice Moreau, 30/11 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Star Mexico Cinema

Silvia Pinal, one of the greatest figures of Mexican cinema, died on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the age of 93, as announced by the Mexican government. An icon of the golden age of cinema from the 1940s to the 1960s, she leaves behind an exceptional career marked by remarkable versatility and an influence that transcends generations. Born on ...

'Conclave': Secrets, Betrayal, and Power Struggles Inside the Vatican

This is Beirut, 30/11 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Film Cinema Vatican

The Vatican becomes the epicenter of a gripping political thriller with Conclave, in theaters starting December 4. Led by a brilliant cast headed by Ralph Fiennes, the film delves into the behind-the-scenes drama of a conclave, as its name suggests, where cardinals, ambitions, and betrayals intertwine, revealing a world of secrets and maneuvering ...

'That Christmas': Animation meets Richard Curtis’ storytelling magic

This is Beirut, 29/11 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Film Cinema Culture Art

Two decades after the global success of Love Actually, British filmmaker Richard Curtis is embarking on a new adventure with his first animated film, That Christmas. The 68-year-old writer and director has co-adapted his trilogy of children’s books and enlisted his longtime friend Ed Sheeran to create an original song for the project. That ...

Irish Creativity Soars, Transforming its Cultural and Global Reputation

This is Beirut, 28/11 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Ireland Cinema Culture

Ireland, home to Sally Rooney's novels and Paul Mescal’s cinematic achievements, is experiencing a remarkable cultural and creative revival. Recent weeks have spotlighted Sally Rooney’s fourth novel Intermezzo, Fontaines DC’s Grammy nomination, and Paul Mescal’s prominent role in Gladiator II trailers. "We're having a cultural moment, and ...

'Cilama' by Hady Zaccak: A Journey Through the Forgotten Cinemas of Tripoli

Marie-Christine Tayah, 24/11 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Cinema Paris Tripoli Film

The screening of Cilama, directed by Hady Zaccak in 2024, at the IMA in Paris, as part of Focus Tripoli: Tripoli, Arab Cultural Capital 2024, offered an evocative glimpse into Tripoli’s cinematic past. The documentary, both poetic and deeply reflective, serves as an album that chronicles the collective memory of cinema at the heart of this ...

"Stop War": Beirut Art Film Festival Launches its 10th Edition Against All Odds

This is Beirut, 21/11 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Culture Cinema Festival Beirut

The Beirut Art Film Festival will run from November 25 to December 6 at the Bibliothèque Orientale, featuring 25 films, an exhibition, and conferences. This year’s event celebrates art as a powerful act of resilience and a universal call for peace under the theme Stop War. Having postponed the announcement of its program in October ...

'Gladiator III' Already in Progress, Director Ridley Scott Confirms

This is Beirut, 20/11 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Culture Cinema Film

Ridley Scott's highly anticipated Gladiator sequel has yet to debut in US theaters, but the veteran director is already deep into planning a third installment. Gladiator II, set to hit North American cinemas this Friday, stars Irish actor Paul Mescal (Normal People) as Lucius, the son of Russell Crowe's Maximus from the multiple Oscar-winning ...

Pedro Alonso: A Spiritual Journey into Mexico's Ancestral Wisdom

This is Beirut, 19/11 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Cinema Actor Mexico Spanish

Mourning his father, enduring a breakup, finding new love, and portraying Berlin, a character that brought him international fame: "It’s true that I’ve experienced everything over the past ten years," the 53-year-old actor shared in an interview with AFP. "At the same time, I’ve been pursuing an inner journey that’s a key part of my life, ...

Comedian Conan O'Brien to Host 97th Academy Awards

This is Beirut, 17/11 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Oscars Cinema Hollywood Actor

The 97th Academy Awards will be held on March 2, 2025, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. O'Brien, an Emmy-winning comedian, will preside over the ceremony during a pivotal moment for the Oscars as they work to retain and grow their viewership. The most recent Oscars attracted nearly 20 million viewers, a much-needed ratings boost for the ...

US Director Todd Haynes to Lead Berlinale Jury 2025

This is Beirut, 15/11 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Berlinale Festival Cinema Film

The acclaimed American writer and director Todd Haynes will head the jury of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, scheduled for February 2025. This festival, Europe’s first major cinema event of the year, announced the news on Thursday, November 14. The Berlinale expressed its delight at having Haynes lead the panel responsible for ...

'Between Homes' by Chloé Khoury Showcased in Portugal

Marie-Christine Tayah, 13/11 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Lebanon Portugal Cinema

Chloé Khoury's film, Between Homes, is a five-minute introspective journey between Lebanon and France. At the festival, other films were also screened and received special mentions, including The Caterpillars by Michelle and Noel Keserwany, and The Sea and the Waves by Liana and Renaud. In Between Homes, Chloé Khoury explores the sense of ...

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