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Harvard University for decades assumed it had a cheap copy of the Magna Carta in its collection, a stained and faded document it had purchased for less than $30. But two researchers have concluded it has something much more valuable — a rare version from 1300 issued by Britain's King Edward I. Story by Eliza Herbert.
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Culture editor Eve Jackson brings us the latest from Day 4 of the Cannes Film Festival, where U2 frontman Bono is premiering Stories of Surrender. The documentary, directed by Andrew Dominik, is based on Bono's emotional one-man stage show – mixing his biggest hits with personal reflections on grief, fame, and activism. Speaking at Cannes, the...
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Culture editor Eve Jackson brings you the latest from the Cannes Film Festival, where Ari Aster's "Eddington" is one of the hottest premieres. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as a sheriff and Pedro Pascal as the town's mayor — with Emma Stone and Austin Butler also in the cast — this darkly comic Western takes on post-pandemic politics and unrest.
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This week on Paris des Arts, Valérie Fayolle meets with the talented actor and writer Jacques Gamblin, as he releases his novel "Mère à l'horizon". He takes us to Paris's Centquatre cultural centre, a creative hub popular with art lovers. We also get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at Franco-Lebanese singer Hiba Tawaji's creative process, as she...
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Fatma Hassona, the Palestinian photojournalist whose death in an Israeli missile strike has sparked global outrage, was the victim of a targeted assassination, Iranian director Sepideh Farsi told Cannes audiences on Thursday as festivalgoers crammed into theatres to watch her documentary on Hassona's life in Gaza.
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From star-studded glamour to hard-hitting drama, Day 3 of the Cannes Film Festival delivers it all. On today's show with Eve Jackson, we dive into the spectacle of the red carpet – a global symbol of fame, fashion and prestige. But how did it become such a powerful icon? Stella Elgersma takes a closer look.
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Cannes has rolled out a new dress code banning full nudity and oversized gowns, shaking up red carpet fashion and sparking debate. Culture editor Eve Jackson has the latest, as stars like Halle Berry reveal they've had to rethink their looks. The move comes after years of sheer, nipple-baring outfits. FRANCE 24's Stella Elgersma hit the...
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Palestinian photojournalist Fatma Hassona refused to be a mere statistic in Israel's methodical destruction of Gaza. Her endeavour to document her people's ordeal is the subject of "Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk”, a film by exiled Iranian director Sepideh Farsi, who is organising talks and exhibitions at the Cannes Film Festival to ensure...
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Once a year, movie fans from near and far flock to the French Riviera resort of Cannes to catch a glimpse of their favourite celluloid stars: real stars, in the flesh. They've always seemed larger than life – particularly on a big screen –but now, in the age of virtual reality, what exactly is real? These days, what still resonates as authentic...
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Arts24 editor Eve Jackson brings you the latest from the Croisette – where Hollywood spectacle meets searing real-world stories. One of the most anticipated films of the festival – 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' – premieres with Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell and the returning cast.
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Tom Cruise returned to the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday for the global premiere of "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”, which may or may not be the saga's final episode, going full circle on a French connection that began three decades ago with a memorable first instalment starring Jean Reno and Emmanuelle Béart.
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Arts editor Eve Jackson brings us the latest from the Cannes Film Festival, including more on the iconic French actress Juliette Binoche who is presiding over the competition jury. She also talks about the highlights from the opening ceremony and looks ahead to the premiere of the new "Mission: Impossible" film.
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Tom Cruise returned to the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday for the global premiere of "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”, which may or may not be the saga's final episode, going full circle on a French connection that began three decades ago with a memorable first instalment starring Jean Reno and Emmanuelle Béart.
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In arts24 in Cannes, film critic Emma Jones joins culture editor Eve Jackson on opening night to discuss what to look out for at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, as film greats like Robert De Niro, Scarlett Johannson, Robert Pattinson and Tom Cruise descend on the south of France for 12 days of movie madness.
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Theo Croker, a Florida-born trumpet player, composer and producer, has a background in jazz but is known for pushing the boundaries of genres and mixing different musical styles. The Grammy-nominated artist tells FRANCE 24 that going "against the norm" and thinking "outside of a box or genre" were always part of his personality. His new album,...
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Once a favourite playground for Hollywood's serial predator Harvey Weinstein, the glitzy French Riviera gathering is under pressure to fully embrace the belated #MeToo wave that has swept France's film industry and brought down one of its most iconic faces, Gérard Depardieu.
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The likes of Robert De Niro, Tom Cruise and Scarlett Johansson will be descending on the south of France for the glitziest date on the movie calendar, the Cannes Film Festival. In our Cannes Chronicle, our culture editor Eve Jackson tells about the most anticipated films and names expected on the red carpet, including a gay romance with Paul...
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As one of the most renowned and well-loved musicals, auditioning for "The Lion King" seemed somewhat out of reach for Phindile Ndlovu. "I thought 'maybe it's too big for me, maybe they won't take me'," she tells FRANCE 24. Ultimately, though, the South African native went on to play Rafiki — the shaman of the Pride Lands — in both the Spanish...
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The 78th Cannes Film Festival opened Tuesday with expectations running high for what could be a banner edition. All of the ingredients — an absurd number of stars, top-tier filmmakers, political intrigue — seem to be lined up for the French Riviera spectacular. Over the next 12 days, Cannes will play host to megawatt premieres including those...
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When you think of the biggest life lessons you've picked up over the years, you might think about things you learned from your parents, a teacher or a job. But how about from your favourite restaurant? That's the case of Curtis Chin, author of the book "Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant." He spoke to us in Entre Nous.
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Over 350 film figures, including stars Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon, denounced "genocide" in Gaza in an open letter Monday ahead of Cannes Festival. "We cannot stay silent," said the letter, backed by pro-Palestinian groups and published in Libération and Variety.
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The 78th Cannes Film Festival kicks off on Tuesday with a typically tantalising line-up of indie auteurs, Hollywood stars and the final instalment in Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible” saga. But US President Donald Trump's threat of steep tariffs on foreign-made movies risks dominating conversations at the French Riviera gathering.
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This week, arts24 welcomes acclaimed trumpet player Yazz Ahmed. Throughout her career, the jazz musician has blended Arabic and Western sounds. Her new album "A Paradise In The Hold" takes us to the shores of Bahrain, where local folklore and Fijiri – the music of the pearl divers – are brought to life through gorgeous scales, percussion and...
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She is a music legend whose voice and presence have shaped generations beyond the African continent. Beninese-French singer Angélique Kidjo is a multi-Grammy award winner but also a fierce advocate for education, culture and freedom. This year, she was one of the "Guests of Honour" at Abidjan's Festival of Urban Music in Ivory Coast, where she...
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Film critic Ben Croll speaks to Eve Jackson about the latest film releases, including Cillian Murphy in his first starring role since winning the Oscar for "Oppenheimer". They also discuss Canada's master of the macabre, David Cronenberg's deeply personal work "The Shrouds", and the dark comedy "Rumours", which imagines a G7 summit run amok...
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In this edition of arts24, we're focusing on the video game of the year and it's proudly, unmistakably French. "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33", created by a small studio in Montpellier, is taking the world by storm. With its Belle Époque-inspired world, haunting story and hybrid gameplay, it sold more than a million copies in just three days and...
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Novelist Percival Everett won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction for "James”, a reimagining of Huckleberry Finn told from the perspective of an enslaved man, while playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins won the drama prize for "Purpose”, a play about a successful Black family in crisis. Other winners included Jason Roberts for biography, Marie Howe for...
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In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with Franco-Cameroonian musician James BKS. He's gone from producing beats for some of the biggest stars like Snoop Dogg and will.i.am, to carving out a name for himself as a performer. Music is in his blood, with his father being the late Afro-jazz legend Manu Dibango, and James...
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A satirical drama providing rare insight into the everyday life of Riyadh's working classes, Ali Kalthami's debut feature "Night Courier” takes viewers on a journey across the Saudi capital's rapidly changing urban landscape. It opens in French cinemas this week following a successful run in domestic theatres and on Netflix that has highlighted...
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Award-winning British writer RJ Ellory tells us about his new novel, "The Bell Tower", which has been translated as "Everglades" in French, and why he chooses to set many of his storylines in the United States. We also discuss the golden age of cinema, the great "Noir" authors and talk about a philosophical question at the heart of his book, which...
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In this edition of arts24, we explore a major retrospective in Paris dedicated to legendary French photographer Robert Doisneau, best known for his iconic image "Le Baiser de l'Hôtel de Ville" ("The Kiss by the Hôtel de Ville"). The exhibition celebrates his poetic vision and timeless moments captured on film.
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Michel Leclerc has never shied away from delicate social topics and the French director has now managed to inject humour into the issue of sexual assault in "Not all men, but…". Critic Perrine Quennesson tells us why his gamble has paid off and why entertaining performances from Léa Drucker and Benjamin Lavernhe bring levity to a heavy subject....
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TV critic Dheepthika Laurent speaks to presenter Eve Jackson about this month's new series including "Dying for Sex" – a bold new series about female sexuality and terminal cancer, starring Michelle Williams. They also look at the new seasons of "The Last of Us", "Black Mirror", "The Handmaid's Tale" and the new French-American ballet drama,...
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Operatic soprano Chen Reiss has just released a new album alongside Daniel Grossman and the Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich entitled "Jewish Vienna". The Austrian capital has always been a key spot for classical music and the goal of this record was to focus on the artists and composers who were part of this rich scene until the annexation of...
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She's the reluctant icon of generations of street artists: photojournalist Martha Cooper became a cult figure after her 1984 book "Subway Art" inspired creative souls around the world. She's now teamed up with renowned stencil artist Logan Hicks to revisit some of her images and give them a new, more painterly aspect. Cooper and Hicks join us in...
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Revenge, repression and raw emotion: British director Christopher Andrews' debut feature "Bring Them Down" is a searing exploration of toxic masculinity. Set in rural Ireland, the film follows two feuding farming families, exposing how cycles of violence and emotional suppression shape generations of men. With powerhouse performances from Barry...
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Tal Barda's latest documentary shines a light on a powerful voice calling for coexistence and peace between Israelis and Palestinians, as she follows Palestinian doctor Izzeldin Abuelaish in his struggle with grief, his quest for justice and his lifelong campaign for an end to the violence that has characterised his home region. "I Shall Not Hate"...
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The curator of a new exhibition here in Paris on artificial intelligence has spoken to FRANCE 24 about the technology's wonders, but also its dangers. The exhibition at the Musée du Jeu de Paume in the Tuileries Gardens in central Paris uses art to tell the story of AI through the ages, with a series of exhibits and artistic works. The exhibition...
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The death of Pope Francis has prompted sadness among many of Hollywood's leading lights, with director Martin Scorsese paying tribute to "a remarkable human being". FRANCE 24's Olivia Salazar-Winspear takes us through some of the reactions to the pope's passing from the world of cinema. She also gives us a preview of the poster for this year's...
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The Netlix series "Adolescence" has become a touchstone in recent weeks for a global conversation about the complicated journey of teenage boys navigating toxic masculinity online. Shows and documentaries have many parents worried about just what their kids are doing in the digital sphere. We speak to Digital Parenting Coach Elizabeth Milovidov to...
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This week in Paris des Arts, we meet a bestselling author from the French literary scene: David Foenkinos. In his new book, "Tout le monde aime Clara" ("Everybody loves Clara"), he explores his favourite themes: the right to a second chance, the fear of a blank page, and art at the heart of beauty. We meet him at the Tristan Bernard Theatre where...
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In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim talks about one of the biggest music festivals in the world as it comes to a close. There were many viral moments at Coachella, including headline act Lady Gaga having a microphone malfunction and US politician Bernie Sanders surprising festival-goers as part of his "Fighting Oligarchy"...
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The translator who has translated into French the latest collection of poems by the late US civil rights icon Maya Angelou has spoken to FRANCE 24 about the pressure of getting it right. Santiago Artozqui has just finished translating her collection entitled "I shall not be moved" in English and "Rien ne me fera plier" in French. He told us that...
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Togo's International Fashion Festival has chosen a topical theme for its twelfth edition: the fight against cancer. The issue may not appear glamorous, but the alarming rise in cancer rates makes it extremely relevant. Jacques Logoh, the festival's founder, believes that fashion must help raise awareness of the disease, with prevention as its...
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A new exhibition in Paris is shining a light on the rich cultural history of Gaza, with artwork and artefacts which tell the story of the Palestinian enclave's unique melting pot. Featuring classical sculpture, ancient mosaics and archaeological finds, the Arab World Institute hopes that "Saved Treasures from Gaza" will paint a more complete...
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In the final episode in our Brazil series, Eve Jackson takes viewers to São Paulo, Brazil's fashion capital, where designers are revolutionising the industry through sustainability and cultural representation. "Fashion with a conscience" examines how Brazilian fashion is evolving beyond the spectacular costumes of Carnival to address pressing...
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To mark the France-Brazil 2025 season, which takes place in France from April to September, and the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, FRANCE 24's cultural magazine arts24 brings you a three-part series exploring how Brazil's creative forces are shaping national identity and driving social change through music,...
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To mark the France-Brazil 2025 season, which takes place in France from April to September, and the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, FRANCE 24's cultural magazine arts24 brings you a three-part series exploring how Brazil's creative forces are shaping national identity and driving social change through music,...
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Animal Triste are a six-piece from Rouen who have just released their third studio album "Jéricho", which blends dark themes, swirling guitars and emotive build-ups. Perhaps contributing to the Anglophone feel of this new record are collaborations with musicians Alain Johannes (PJ Harvey, Queens of the Stone Age, Arctic Monkeys) and Peter Hayes...
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If you're a fan of Agatha Christie-style murder mysteries, you probably already know of Robert Thorogood. He's the man behind the book and BBC series "Death in Paradise" and "The Marlow Murder Club". We spoke to the English screenwriter and best-selling novelist about his latest ventures and his popularity in France.
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Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, the Belgian-Moroccan dancer, choreographer and artistic director of Geneva's Grand Theatre, speaks to Dheepthika Laurent about his works "Boléro" and "Ihsane". The latter explores his complicated relationship with his late father and is a reference to a homophobic killing in 2012. Through his work, Cherkaoui has explored...
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Our film critic Ben Croll takes Dheepthika Laurent through the films in competition for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival next month. He also talks about Tom Cruise's latest "Mission Impossible" film, which will premiere at the festival; Wes Anderson's latest feature and Robert de Niro, who will receive an honorary award. In other news: we...
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Rami Malek trades his Bond villain persona for a vengeful mathematician in the Bourne-style thriller "The Amateur". In arts24's weekly film show, our critic Emma Jones reveals if the Oscar winner can pull off this surprising career pivot. Plus: reviews of a haunting Scandinavian Oscar nominee, "The Girl with the Needle"; the latest from religious...
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From his groundbreaking debut "Pi" to his Oscar-winning movies "Black Swan" and "The Whale", Darren Aronofsky's bold storytelling and striking visual style push the boundaries of film – leaving audiences captivated and shaken. As the Cinémathèque française in Paris celebrates his work and "Requiem for a Dream" marks its 25th anniversary with...
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In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with the pioneers of French electronic music, Scratch Massive. The duo have been blending techno and cold-wave sounds for more than 20 years. After six years of solo projects and working on film soundtracks, Maud Geffray and Sebastien Chenut are back with "Nox Anima". The album is...
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"If you put a positive message to a beat, everybody will listen to it." That's of the mottos of influential bassist Reggie Washington, who has spoken to FRANCE 24 about his love for music, and his wish to pass its delights on to the rest of the planet. Washington, who is in the middle of a tour of European countries, says that he plays music "from...
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Amadou Bagayoko, Grammy-nominated guitarist and singer of the acclaimed Malian duo Amadou & Mariam, has died aged 70 after an illness, his family said Friday. With his wife Mariam Doumbia, Amadou blended traditional Malian sounds with rock and blues, earning global acclaim and selling millions of records worldwide.
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In this edition of arts24, we bring you a candid conversation with one of our greatest living authors about race, class and womanhood. From her extraordinary debut novel "Purple Hibiscus" to the Women's Prize-winning "Half of a Yellow Sun," Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has established herself as one of literature's most vital voices. Her TED talk "We...
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This week, Valérie Fayolle meets with a major figure in African reggae – none other than Alpha Blondy. For over 40 years, he's been spreading messages of peace and electrifying stages all over the world. He's here to talk about his new album "RISE" and take us on a tour of the European House of Photography, where we get a look at the work of...
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An author described by the Los Angeles Times as a writer of unique genius has spoken to FRANCE 24 about his new novel "Wild Houses". Colin Barrett, who grew up in the northwest of Ireland, bases his books around a series of characters from the region. "Wild Houses" tells the story of a small-town revenge kidnapping that goes very wrong. He says...
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In this edition of arts24, we dive into the global sensation "Adolescence" – a gripping series about a young girl's murder that's sparking change in how we view toxic masculinity. Plus: Donald Trump's executive order on "American Greatness," the latest Michelin star guide, and a tribute to the legendary Val Kilmer. Don't miss the cultural...
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Archaeological treasures across Gaza have been damaged and destroyed in the war that is once more raging in the Palestinian territory. Some that escaped the devastation went on show at the Arab World Institute on Thursday, April 3, shedding light on the extraordinary heritage of a land that has been for centuries a crossroads of civilisations.
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Join critic Emma Jones and presenter Eve Jackson for this week's arts24 film show, where we dive into Mike Leigh's latest film "Hard Truths", celebrating his impressive 53-year career. Plus, we discuss Netflix's gritty "Banger" starring Vincent Cassel, and the highly anticipated Minecraft Movie featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa.
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South African TV and film writers Amy Jephta and Sean Drummond join Dheepthika Laurent on set to talk about their upcoming projects. Sean was head writer on the second season of "Unseen", a wildly popular crime thriller on Netflix. He also talks about his 2017 neo-Western, "Five Fingers for Marseilles", a film that inspired one of the songs on...
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This week, Marjorie Hache chats to two up-and-coming musical outfits: Naya Mö, who comes from Bordeaux and has just released an EP, "Dealing With Ghosts", full of layered lo-fi indie; and Oracle Sisters, a trio who formed in Paris but hail from Denmark, Finland and Northern Ireland. They have just released their second mystical album...
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As Mike Leigh's five-decade career takes centre stage at the Paris Cinémathèque for a retrospective, the British filmmaker speaks to Eve Jackson about 50 years of making movies, from the raw intensity of "Naked" and the jubilant optimism of "Happy-Go-Lucky", to historical storytelling in "Peterloo" and "Mr Turner". With accolades like the...
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Join film critic Emma Jones and presenter Eve Jackson on this week's arts24 film show as we explore the action-comedy "Novocaine" starring Jack Quaid, Nicole Kidman's "Holland" on Amazon Prime and the critically acclaimed "The Grill" by Alonso Ruizpalacios. Plus, we dive into the legacy of German filmmaker Ernst Lubitsch with a retrospective at the...
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We kick off this edition of arts24 with a look at the world's oldest moving images, courtesy of France's Lumière Brothers, in Thierry Frémaux's documentary "Lumière! The Adventure Continues". Next, get ready for the musical adaptation of the Oscar-winning classic "Midnight Cowboy", which is hitting London's Southwark theatre soon. Plus, discover...
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French movie giant Gérard Depardieu on Tuesday gave his first testimony in a Paris trial where he is accused of groping two women on a 2021 movie set. The actor acknowledged using vulgar language and grabbing a woman's hips but denied the sexual assault charges against him, saying his behaviour can sometimes be boorish.
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On this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with the torchbearer for French soul: Ben l'Oncle Soul. His songs "Soulman" and "Elle me dit" have become instant classics, bridging eras and emotions through his smooth vocals. Ben is back with his eighth album "Sad Generation", an homage to some of the music he grew up listening...
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After London and New York, can musicals make a name for themselves in Paris? To answer this question, Valérie Fayolle takes you behind the scenes of the Mogador Theatre to discover the intricate work that takes place before a performance of "The Lion King". Next, we head to the Bobino Theatre to meet the artistic team behind "Black Legends," a...
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FRANCE 24's TV critic Dheepthika Laurent joins us from Lille, where the Séries Mania festival is kicking off with two hotly anticipated French shows. The sumptuous dishes of a 19th-century celebrity chef are the jumping-off point for "Carême", and we check out the fifth season of "HPI", which sees Audrey Fleurot embody an exceptionally...
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The collective show from the international students of the Institut Français de la Mode kicks off the autumn-winter 2025/26 presentations and asks contemporary questions. How can a disruptive society impact a creative process that is seeped in societal evolutions such as artificial intelligence? Meanwhile, Victor Weinsanto defends trans people,...
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Join us as we explore the heated discussions around the newest "Assassin's Creed" video game, praised for its beauty but sparking debates over character choices and historical accuracy. Plus, discover the incredible rescue of 18th-century French masterpieces from Los Angeles wildfires, now on display near Paris. Finally, don't miss the...
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A new live action remake of "Snow White" stars Gal Gadot and Rachel Ziegler; film critic Emma Jones tells us why revisiting the 1937 animated classic has stirred up controversy for Disney and resulted in a quieter premiere than usual. We also discuss poignant French comedy "The Safe House", starring Michel Blanc in one of his final roles before his...
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His recent documentary, "From Ground Zero", is a cinematic mosaic of life in Gaza since the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023 sparked all-out war in the region. Rashid Masharawi joins us to talk about the work of documenting the struggles and tragedies of the Palestinian people, as well as the moments of joy and hope. Rashid's new film, "Passing...
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On today's music show on Arts24, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with a pioneering superstar of classical soul. Alexis Ffrench has over 1 billion streams and multiple number 1 albums. The British pianist and composer even performed at King Charles III's coronation celebrations in 2023. He's known for redefining the boundaries of classical music, such as...
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Journalist and filmmaker Shiori Ito has laid her life bare in "Black Box Diaries”, as the film documents her battle for justice after she accused a prominent TV executive of raping her in 2015. Following its nomination for an Academy Award, the film has come to worldwide attention; the culture of silence in Japan surrounding sexual assault has...
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What happens when you gender-flip the tale of "Moby Dick”? Annette Young talks to British-Chinese author, Xiaolu Guo, who has done just that with her latest book, "Call Me Ishmaelle”. Also, confronting sexual harassment on Japan's public transport where one in 10 young women say they have been groped on trains, highlighting an...
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She was an icon of 1990's television; now Pamela Anderson is embarking on a new phase in her career, as she stars in "The Last Showgirl". Film critic Emma Jones sat down with her at the Zurich film festival where they discussed her critically-acclaimed performance as a Las Vegas cabaret performer and how facing her fears is opening up new...
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Critic Perrine Quennesson takes us through the latest releases in the world of French cinema, with two family stories that transport us to convincing versions of France in the 1960s and 1990s. "My Mother, God, And Sylvie Vartan” tells the story of a devoted mother, played by Leïla Bekhti, who is prepared to move mountains for her son. Meanwhile...
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The French capital's diverse venues are once again the backdrop for ready-to-wear collections, with local and international labels presenting their looks. Fashion critic Samantha Tse takes us through the highlights and introduces us to British designer Sarah Burton, who is the newly appointed creative director at Givenchy. Stars from the worlds of...
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It's a book that tells the astonishing story of the books that were smuggled across the Iron curtain during and after the Second World War. Described by the Observer as a "gripping account of an intriguing and little-known Cold War moment”, "The CIA book Club – the best kept secret of the cold war" recounts the tale of how millions of books...
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On this edition of Entre Nous, we take a deep dive into reading. On France's National Reading Day, Solange Mougin looks at children's reading habits and how the #BookTok phenomenon is introducing teens to viral books, specifically romance and dark romance novels. We're joined by digital parenting coach Elizabeth Milovidov, who explains how to...
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This week we welcome Icelandic folk artist Árný Margrét who has just released her new album "I Miss You, I Do". Her award winning debut ("They Only Talk About The Weather") garnered rave reviews and fans across the world and led her to tour the US extensively. The states contrasted wildly with her native country and inspired her song-writing...
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Wax print fabrics or Ankara fabrics are known for their graphic patterns, bold colours and catchy slogans. The iconic cloth is now being celebrated in an exhibition at the Musée de l'Homme in Paris, where curators have been exploring its anthropological, social and political role on the African continent and beyond. Kenyan artist Thandiwe Muriu...
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Majda, Monika and Heidi are part of the Panorama theatre troupe in the village of El Barsha, a small Coptic Christian community in the south of Egypt. As they devise and perform plays in the street, filmmakers Nada Riyadh and Ayman El Amir follow the young women, who are negotiating the moment between adolescence and adulthood, contemplating their...
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The hit musical comedy "Company" is coming to France. The show by Stephen Sondheim premiered on Broadway in 1970 and is a series of vignettes centered around Bobby, a 35-year-old single New Yorker who's trying to find his place among his group of married friends. We spoke to "Company" director James Bonas about the show and its Parisian premiere.
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After the commercial and critical success of "Parasite", South Korean director Bong Joon-ho has adopted a very different tone for his sci-fi comedy "Mickey 17". Film critic Ben Croll tells us why Robert Pattinson is very good at acting alongside multiple selves, and how the movie's overblown atmosphere sits within Bong's body of work. We also...
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Taiwanese-American comedy sensation Atsuko Okatsuka speaks to Eve Jackson about building a global fan base with her offbeat humour, her viral dance routines with her grandmother and her groundbreaking HBO special "The Intruder", which solidified her as a comedy star. They also dive into the Parisian audience's unexpected liveliness during her...
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What do designers Olivier Saillard, Kevin Germanier, Stéphane Rolland, Khol by Hamza Guelmouss and Valentin Nicot as well as Julien Fournié all have in common? They are reinventing the notion of haute couture, often in an artistic, aesthetic way, while being mindful of environmental issues and respectful of their elders. It's a question of...
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Our guest went from being a soccer mum of four to battling an opioid and heroin addiction, landing in jail and losing custody of her children. But the journey didn't stop there. She's in Paris on a book tour as a best-selling author, literary agent and ghostwriter who is working with remarkable figures like Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai...
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Oscar-winning cinema giant Gene Hackman and his wife have been found dead in their home in an incident police are calling "suspicious". Authorities initially reported there were no signs of foul play, but a search warrant said a detective believed the deaths were "suspicious enough in nature to require a thorough search and investigation".
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Selling more than 30 million albums worldwide during his 50-year career, composer, producer and musician Cerrone has performed with the likes of Nile Rodgers and been sampled by the Beastie Boys and Run-DMC. DJing at clubs and festivals for over five decades, he continues to inspire generations of musicians. His hits "Give me Love" and...
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Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 63, have been found dead in their home in the US state of New Mexico. The couple died along with their dog. There is no immediate indication of foul play. Culture editor Eve Jackson looks back at the career of a cinema icon.
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As an American living in Paris, "the jokes are writing themselves". That's the sentiment from stand-up comedian Sarah Donnelly, whose act is taking the Anglophone comedy circuit by storm in Paris. She has lived in Paris for 12 years and has a French husband and children. Her comedy takes the mickey out of all the obstacles she has come up against...
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From "Mercato", a thriller showing us behind the scenes of French football with Jamel Debbouze, to a rural drama about motocross enthusiasts called "Block Pass", in this edition of arts24 with Eve Jackson and critic Perrine Quennesson we're looking at the best French-language films of the moment.
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Join us on arts24 for an in-depth interview with acclaimed Irish author Mike McCormack, as he delves into his latest novel, "This Plague of Souls", now available in French. Known for his unconventional storytelling, McCormack explores themes of confinement and global unrest through the journey of Nealon, a painter returning home from prison to face...
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This week, Valérie Fayolle sits down with French writer and literary critic Frédéric Beigbeder to discuss his latest novel, "Un homme seul" ("A Man Alone"). Their conversation unfolds in the refined dining rooms of Lapérouse, a legendary Parisian restaurant where history, literature and mystery have intertwined since 1766.
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In this edition of arts24, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with Franco-Belgian singer-songwriter Antoine Innocent, aka INNOCNT. The rising star is a true cultural and musical melting pot. Born in Paris to a Franco-Romanian mother and a Haitian father, he spent time in North America before settling in Brussels. He got his musical start by following his...
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A new exhibition at the Pompidou Centre in Metz is hoping to challenge the Euro-centric principles that have long dominated art history. "After the end. Cartographies for another time" brings together the work of 40 international artists, as they explore alternative visions of our shared future as humans. FRANCE 24's Florence Gaillard spoke to...
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Designers Jeanne Friot, Walter Van Beirendonck and Louis Gabriel Nouchi have taken a stand to defend gender-neutral fashion, calling for inclusion rather than exclusion. Meanwhile, Japanese labels Issey Miyake and Yohji Yamamoto propose a simple, comfortable wardrobe, underpinned with poetry. All of these designers have opted for extraordinary...
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A Libyan-born Irish singer has spoken to FRANCE 24 about her love for music, and how primarily she makes music for herself, this as she prepares for a concert here in Paris. Farah Elle's music is defined by her Libyan roots as she performs songs for piano as well as selections from her debut album "Fatima" that weaves together pop, touches of...
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TV critic Dheepthika Laurent has been dipping her toes into the luxury waters of "The White Lotus" resort, as the series returns for a third season. The major ingredients of Mike White's award-winning show are all there: a mysterious murder victim, millionaire tourists and an exotic location, with the action decamping to Thailand after Sicily and...
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The Berlin Film Festival is known for its political nature and this year's edition is no exception, with elections in Germany casting a shadow over proceedings and calls for a boycott over the event's attitude towards Palestinians in Gaza. Film critic Emma Jones takes us through some of the highly topical productions that are screening, from a...
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Actress and author Julianne Moore says it was a "great shock" to hear that her children's book "Freckleface Strawberry" was among those removed from some American public schools, after an executive order from President Donald Trump saw a long list of titles confiscated for review. Olivia Salazar-Winspear explains what the current US administration...
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She captivated audiences with performances in films like "Attenberg", which won her best actress at the Venice Film Festival, "Alps" and "The Lobster" from Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos, and "Assassin's Creed". Now, French actress Ariane Labed is making her directorial debut with "September Says" – a gothic, suspense-filled exploration of...
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Victor Le Masne's career has seen him go from touring indie pop clubs and festivals with his band Housse de Racket to conducting world-famous orchestras. 2024 brought him to dizzying new heights as he co-directed the opening and closing ceremonies of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Fresh from winning a Grammy and a Victoire de la musique...
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As a teenager in the 1960s, he was told there was no such thing as a Black photographer. Today, the work of Dennis Morris includes some of the most iconic music portraits of our time. Official photographer for the likes of Bob Marley and the Sex Pistols, his images defined music history. Now, his full collection is on display in the "Music + Life"...
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Salman Rushdie has been getting death threats for more than 35 years. The Indian-born British-American novelist sparked outrage with his book "The Satanic Verses" in 1988. It was declared blasphemous by many Muslims, so much so that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khomeini issued a fatwa against him, calling for his death. In August 2022, the...
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French President Emmanuel Macron announced a "new renaissance" for the Louvre on Tuesday, including a multi-million-euro revamp to be funded by a hike in ticket prices for non-EU visitors. Among the key changes will be the creation of a new entrance and dedicated space for the famed Mona Lisa painting.
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A graphic novel based on the true story of an Expressionist painting looted from a Jewish owner by the Nazis won the top prize at the Angoulême International Comics Festival in southwest France on Saturday. "Deux Filles Nues" (Two Naked Girls) beat out 44 in competition.
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From Brady Corbet's haunting "The Brutalist” about a Holocaust survivor in 1950s America to the raw and emotional "From Ground Zero”, an anthology capturing life under siege in Gaza, Eve Jackson and film critic Emma Jones take us through this week's standout releases. Also, get ready for the return of "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy”, where...
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Grammy-nominated guitarist, producer, and composer Cory Wong is known for his infectious funk grooves and high-energy performances. Whether solo or with the bands Vulfpeck and The Fearless Flyers, Cory Wong has redefined what it means to be a modern guitar hero. He is on tour and playing two shows at the Paris Olympia on February 11th and 12th. The...
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On today's show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with the bandleader of Frànçois & The Atlas Mountains. Francois Marry's band first took root in Bristol back in 2011 and is now back with their sixth album "Âge Fleuve” or "River Age”: an introspective and life affirming record, full of ear-catching melodies and jazz flourishes. Influenced by the...
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"Emilia Pérez", a transgender cartel musical made by French director Jacques Audiard, topped this year's Oscar nominations, earning 13 nods in an announcement on Thursday. It was followed by the epic immigrant saga "The Brutalist," and show-stopping musical adaptation "Wicked", with 10 nominations each.
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In 2025's uncertain climate and amid international crises, luxury industries are questioning their model: how to meet ever more ambitious financial targets? How can creativity inspire people to dream? Solutions are offered up by feminist designer Maria Grazia Chiuri's take on Alice and her wonderland, while irresistible Dutch duo Viktor & Rolf make...
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In this show we're reflecting on the rise of the machines, as AI-generated arts are becoming a mainstay of the cultural landscape. As Paris hosts the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit, we ask: what does its prevalence mean for creativity, for the cultural industries and for the artists who might be replaced by machines?
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This week on Paris des Arts, Valérie Fayolle meets French singer, actor and writer Marc Lavoine. He discusses his second novel, "Quand arrivent les chevaux" ("When the horses arrive"), a poetic tribute to his late mother. With him, we discover the works of Lebanese artist Huguette Caland, who's featured at the Kamel Mennour gallery. Next, we...
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In this edition of arts24, we're bringing you all the excitement from the world premiere of "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy" in Paris. Join us as Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Chiwetel Ejiofor light up the red carpet, with FRANCE 24's Dheepthika Laurent reporting from the event.
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In this edition of arts24, Angelina Jolie learns to sing opera for her part as Maria Callas in Paris. The biopic looks at the final days in the life of one of the most iconic and controversial figures in opera. With her soaring voice and dramatic stage presence, the Greek star redefined what it meant to be a diva, captivating audiences worldwide....
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Juliette Binoche, one of France's most celebrated actors, was named on Tuesday as jury president at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in May. She succeeds director Greta Gerwig in what is only the second time in the festival's history that two women have presided over the jury in a row.
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In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a look at Beyoncé's big win at the Grammy Awards. Not only did she finally take home Album of the Year, she also became the first Black woman to win Country Album of the Year. We discuss how her winning album, "Cowboy Carter", is widely seen as a political record, one that both embraces and thumbs its nose at...
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On this week's arts24 music show, Marjorie Hache takes a look at the highlights of the 67th Grammy Awards, with author and journalist Morgane Giuliani. They discuss everything from Queen B making history, to Kendrick Lamar's risqué diss track "Not Like Us", as well as victorious French artists Gojira and Justice, plus the arrival of artificial...
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A long-lost Cimabue panel discovered on a kitchen wall north of Paris in 2019 is at the heart of a landmark exhibition on the Florentine master, which opens at the Louvre on Wednesday, showcasing restored masterpieces and bringing to light his pioneering role at the dawn of the Renaissance.
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Beyoncé has earned 11 Grammy nominations for Cowboy Carter, matching Michael Jackson's Thriller for the most nominations from a single album. As the most awarded artist in Grammys history, could this finally be her moment to claim the top prize on Sunday at the 2025 Grammy Awards?
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Spanish series "Machos Alfa" was so successful on Netflix that it has now been adapted for a French audience, with local stars bringing some comic relief to this very timely subject. Dheepthika Laurent tells us why the series is worth a watch, and highlights another French show that has inspired an American version, coming to screens on the Disney+...
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From the death of 1960s music star Marianne Faithfull, to Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and Katie Perry performing at a huge benefit concert in Los Angeles and Prune Nourry's Paris exhibition celebrating women's bodies, Eve Jackson brings you the week's culture news.
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Paris is bursting with fashion energy and star power this January as celebrities and fashionistas descend upon the city of lights for Haute Couture Week. This is the twice-yearly celebration of an ultra-French institution – a dazzling mix of timeless tradition and cutting-edge innovation. Fashion journalist Samantha Tse speaks to Eve Jackson...
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Taking on one of the 20th century's most iconic singer-songwriters was always going to be a significant challenge, yet Timothée Chalamet manages to channel Bob Dylan's singular energy and talent in this latest biopic. Film critic Emma Jones tells us why "A Compete Unknown" is a deserving Oscar contender. We also discuss Colman Domingo's...
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In this edition of Entre Nous, we speak to British bandleader, musician and television presenter Jools Holland ahead of the jazz festival at the Chatêlet theatre in Paris, where he'll be playing with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra on February 10. He tells us what it's like playing to a French audience and what he is most looking forward to.
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In this edition of arts24, we meet the breakout star of one of the most anticipated films of the year. American actress Monica Barbaro plays folk music icon Joan Baez in the Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown", opposite Franco-American star Timothée Chalamet in the main role. They have both been nominated for an Oscar. Monica has gone from...
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It's a book that could well change your life. That's the claim from author Paul Ham, who says his life changed for the better as he wrote his latest book "The Soul: A History of the Human Mind" and in the process became more optimistic about humanity. The book aims to show how belief in the soul, and beliefs arising from the soul or mind, have...
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In this edition of our Arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with poet and activist Aja Monet. She started putting pen to paper at just eight years old, thanks to a fascination with storytelling and typewriters. Her poetry has garnered critical acclaim, such as the collection "My Mother was a Freedom Fighter". Her activism has taken her from...
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This week, "Paris des Arts" takes its cameras to the French archipelago of Guadeloupe to meet an ambassador of Caribbean music, Tanya St-Val. She shows us the Duval site in Petit-Canal, home to the village of Ka which pays tribute to Guadeloupe's famed drummers. Next, we head to Bouillante, where we sit down for dinner with chef Jimmy Bibrac, who...
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If you've watched the Netflix show Squid Game, you surely remember her face. The gigantic scary doll in the deadly version of Grandmother's Footsteps (or Red Light, Green Light if you're American). The doll's name is Young-hee, and its designer says she was inspired by her own daughter, – who hopefully isn't as deadly. Story by Charli James.
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FRANCE 24 meets the musicians behind the Oscar-nominated soundtrack for "Emilia Perez", as the French film establishes itself in pole position at the upcoming Academy Awards. While the musical has been applauded at many international film festivals, director Jacques Audiard has come under fire in Mexico for his portrayal of drug cartels and failing...
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The French-made, Spanish-language musical "Emilia Perez" leads the Oscars race with 13 nominations, making history as the most nominated non-English-language film ever. FRANCE 24's Culture Editor Eve Jackson tells us more about French director Jacques Audiard's film and the other frontrunners.
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His artistic vision and talents as a painter have contributed to some of the fantastical backdrops featured in "Star Wars", "Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial". As art director Michael Pangrazio receives the Génie d'honneur prize for outstanding achievement in visual effects at the Paris Images Digital Summit,...
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Film critic Emma Jones tells us why the CGI chimp who stands in for Robbie Williams does a good job at conveying the British pop star's fundamental loneliness in the quirky biopic "Better Man". We also discuss Mel Gibson's latest stint behind the camera in "Flight Risk", as Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Dockery provide some old-fashioned comic relief...
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FRANCE 24's Oliver Farry speaks to Amber Massie-Blomfield, the author of "Acts of Resistance: The Power of Art to Create a Better World" – a study of art as a form of political activism – about the challenges for artists to hold strong political positions as the new Trump administration takes power. She also discusses examples of art and...
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The next 12 months in the French capital are set to provide a wealth of cultural highlights, from an immersive Picasso exhibit at the Atelier des Lumières to a retrospective of the works of American director Wes Anderson and even a call to the dancefloor with the Paris Philharmonic's exploration of disco.
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FRANCE 24's Culture Editor Eve Jackson co-hosted the the Lumières awards, France's equivalent of the Golden Globes, on Monday night in Paris. She tells us about French gangster transgender musical "Emilia Perez" picking up five awards, including best director for France's Jacques Audiard.
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The Oscar-nominated director Bennett Miller, celebrated for films like "Capote", "Moneyball" and "Foxcatcher", speaks to Eve Jackson about his new AI-generated art. The filmmaker is showcasing his new photographic prints at Paris's Gagosian gallery. The exhibition blends artificial intelligence technology with traditional photo aesthetics. The...
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Paris Fashion Week is all about the crème de la crème of fashion made by iconic houses from around the world. But if you're not exactly model thin, you might have a hard time seeing yourself represented by the usual runway models wearing those beautiful clothes. We talk to Erin Zhurkin, the author of "Plus Size in Paris", on why after a peak of...
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In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim talks to Nigerian singer-songwriter Keziah Jones as he releases his first record in over a decade: "Alive & Kicking". The album is an autobiographical journey from Lagos to London to Paris; a musical résumé of his career spanning more than 30 years. The "blufunk" singer's record...
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