| | 1. British filmmaker Mike Leigh celebrated in ParisПт, 28 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | As Mike Leigh's five-decade career takes centre stage at the Paris Cinematheque 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 Palme d'Or for "Secrets & Lies" at the Cannes Film festival and the Golden Lion for "Vera Drake" at Venice, at 82 Leigh continues to illuminate humanity's complexities with his latest film "Hard Truths". Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
2. Arts24 film show: Superhero action, Nicole Kidman and the legacy of Ernst LubitschСр, 26 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 Cinematheque francaise. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
3. 130 years of film: A look at the oldest moving imagesВт, 25 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | We kick off this edition of arts24 with a look at the world's oldest moving images, courtesy of France's Lumiere Brothers, in Thierry Fremaux's documentary "Lumiere! 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 Alain Chabat's new 3D animated Asterix series and a stylish Snoopy exhibition in Paris marking the Peanuts gang's 75th anniversary. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
4. French actor Depardieu denies groping women at sex assault trialВт, 25 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | French movie giant Gerard 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. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
5. Music show: Ben l'Oncle Soul goes back to his roots on 'Sad Generation'Пн, 24 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 to, such as Sly Stone and Otis Redding. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
7. Series Mania festival showcases creme de la creme of the small screenПт, 21 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | FRANCE 24’s TV critic Dheepthika Laurent joins us from Lille, where the Series 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 "Careme", and we check out the fifth season of "HPI", which sees Audrey Fleurot embody an exceptionally intelligent part-time sleuth. We also find out more about Amanda Seyfried's latest show "Long Bright River", which the award-winning actress is presenting at the festival, while Christina Hendricks' latest project takes the "Mad Men" star to rural Ireland. Plus, as "Adolescence" sparks debate in the UK, we discuss its shocking subject matter and innovative style, and we also get a glimpse of comic Hollywood caper "The Studio". Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
8. Behind the scenes at Paris musicals 'The Lion King' and 'Black Legends'Пт, 21 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | After London and New York, can musicals make a name for themselves in Paris? To answer this question, Valerie 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 tribute to African American music. Finally, in From Paris with Love, we discover Madame Arthur's, the legendary drag cabaret in the French capital's Pigalle district. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
9. Ready-to-wear, autumn-winter 2025: Creativity and disruptionПт, 21 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | The collective show from the international students of the Institut Francais 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, Vincent Pressiat celebrates Pierre Soulages and Maria Grazia Chiuri celebrates Bob Wilson's phantasmagorical vision at Dior. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
10. 'Assassin's Creed' controversy: Dive into the debate surrounding the latest instalmentЧт, 20 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 groundbreaking exhibition at the Pompidou Centre honouring Black artists, before the museum closes for a five-year renovation. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
11. Disney's poisoned apple: New 'Snow White' film gets a muted launchСр, 19 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 death in 2024. Plus we hear why Italian snow-swept drama "Vermiglio" impressed the jury at the Venice Film Festival, and a young woman in southern Tunisia takes her fate in hand in Mehdi M. Barsaoui's "Aicha". Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
12. Rashid Masharawi brings Palestinian dreams, fears and struggles to the screenВт, 18 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 Dreams", explores family ties and the quest for freedom, in a landscape where geopolitical tensions affect every aspect of day-to-day life. We also discuss cinema’s great potential and his hope that Palestinian filmmakers can one day make features without campaigning for a cause. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
13. Composer Alexis Ffrench on making classical music for the soulПн, 17 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 on his most recent album “Classical Soul Vol. 1”. On this record, he revisits his childhood influences like Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke and the late Roberta Flack. He’s set to release “Classical Soul Vol. 1 – The Solo Piano Collection” and is continuing his tour around Europe. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
14. #MeToo Japan: Shiori Ito’s courageous campaign for justiceПт, 14 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 been under scrutiny. Shiori joins us to talk about being the first Japanese director to be nominated for best documentary at the Oscars and about how her persistent campaigning has resulted in the legal definition of rape being revised in her home country. We discuss why Japan has not yet had its MeToo moment and why telling complex stories on screen has been a career-defining experience for her. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
15. A feminist retelling of 'Moby Dick'Пт, 14 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 often-unreported crime. Plus, a new wave of Kenyan authors, illustrators, and media creators are challenging the way young girls see themselves and their futures. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
16. Pamela Anderson on making a come-back in cinemaЧт, 13 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 professional opportunities for the actress. And, we meet London-based artist Lakwena Maciver, whose artwork blends vibrant colours and bold statements. Finally, the Pompidou Centre mothballs its permanent collection before undergoing extensive renovations to the building. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
17. A pop icon, family dramedy and explosive plotline: The latest in French cinemaСр, 12 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 Leila Bekhti, who is prepared to move mountains for her son. Meanwhile “Queen Mom” charts an immigrant family’s experience as they come up against stereotypes about North Africans and attempt to overcome the obstacles planted in their path; the film also offers a comical and fantastical take on one of the bogeymen of French history classes. A volcano on the brink of eruption in Guadeloupe distils social and political tensions in “Magma” and we discuss Thierry Fremaux’s love letter to the Lumiere brothers, as he documents the birth of cinema and its modern conventions. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
18. Fall/Winter 2025-26 collections hit the catwalkВт, 11 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 cinema and fashion were in attendance at the Louvre’s gala dinner, as the Parisian museum raises more than €1 million for its upcoming refurbishments. And we go through some of the stand-out silhouettes from Chloe, Courreges, Alaia and Dior and discuss a fashion pop-up aiming to pamper our cashmere sweaters. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
19. Author Charlie English on the best-kept secret of the cold warВт, 11 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 made it across the longest and most heavily guarded border on earth. In Perspective, we spoke to author Charlie English. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
20. Arny Margret on wanting something bigger for her second album 'I Miss You, I Do'Пн, 10 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | This week we welcome Icelandic folk artist Arny Margret 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 and she recorded much of her second album in the US. We also chat to neo-soul artist Greentea Peng about her soon to be released introspective album "Tell Dem It's Sunny" for which she's about to tour Europe and take a look at K-pop rapper Jennie's (Black Pink) debut album "Ruby". Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
21. Talking textiles: Thandiwe Muriu’s use of the iconic Ankara fabricПт, 07 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 Musee 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 joins us to talk about the fabric’s function in her striking portraits, and how she uses textiles to explore identity, aesthetics and her own place in society. Thandiwe tells us how clothes and the messages they send can empower and emancipate women, and we discuss the use of traditional motifs in contemporary fashion, as African prints seduce designers all over the world. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
22. Egyptian documentary shows young women hovering on 'The Brink of Dreams'Чт, 06 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 destinies and their dreams. “The Brink of Dreams” won the L'OEil d'or prize at the Cannes Film Festival. We speak to director Nada Riyadh about the power of female solidarity, how street theatre shifted mentalities in villages and the importance of cultural role models for women and girls in Egypt. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
23. ‘Company’: From Broadway to ParisЧт, 06 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
24. A plethora of Pattinsons: Bong Joon-ho's cosmic sci-fi comedy 'Mickey 17'Ср, 05 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 discuss the atmospheric film "Black Dog", from Chinese director Guan Hu, which takes place in a ghost town in the Gobi Desert and we learn about the phenomenal success of "Ne Zha 2" as the children’s movie becomes the highest-grossing animated feature of all time. Plus French filmmaker Marie Losier delivers a poignant portrait of creativity, aging and performance in her documentary "Peaches Goes Bananas" as she profiles the Canadian musician Peaches over almost two decades. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
25. Atsuko Okatsuka on her Paris show, viral Drop Challenge and comedy successВт, 04 мар[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 latest show "Full Grown" and how she accidentally created the viral Drop Challenge that had everyone from Serena Williams to Kerry Washington squatting to Beyonce. Tune in to hear more about her rise in comedy, the challenges she's faced, and what audiences can expect from her upcoming shows in the US and on Disney+. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
28. Lara Love Hardin: From addict to identity thief to best-selling authorПт, 28 фев[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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 Lama. Lara Love Hardin is Eve Jackson's guest to talk about her memoir "The Many Lives of Mama Love" – the story of how she turned her life around. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
29. Haute couture collections, summer 2025: Playful modernisationПт, 28 фев[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | What do designers Olivier Saillard, Kevin Germanier, Stephane Rolland, Khol by Hamza Guelmouss and Valentin Nicot as well as Julien Fournie 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 playful modernisation; a snapshot of a politically-conscious world. FRANCE 24 takes you to check out the summer 2025 collections. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
30. Tributes pour in for actor Gene Hackman after his death at 95Чт, 27 фев[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | 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. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
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