Grandiose luxury and 1,400 dead workers: The palace that wanted to be bigger than the Vatican
Queen Margot reflects on historical violence and artistic integrity, showcasing both the grandeur of cinema and the underlying tragedy of its narrative.
C'est Pas Moi review Holy Motors director Leos Carax pays witty homage to himself
Leos Carax's 'C'est Pas Moi' is a self-reflective cine-collage showcasing his films and artistic identity, marked by irony and personal melancholy.
What if loveless sex made us sick? The very strange, very French world of Mauvais Sang
Leos Carax's Mauvais Sang explores love, mortality, and the fragility of relationships within a dystopian context, laying the groundwork for his future works.
C'est Pas Moi review Holy Motors director Leos Carax pays witty homage to himself
Leos Carax's 'C'est Pas Moi' is a self-reflective cine-collage showcasing his films and artistic identity, marked by irony and personal melancholy.
What if loveless sex made us sick? The very strange, very French world of Mauvais Sang
Leos Carax's Mauvais Sang explores love, mortality, and the fragility of relationships within a dystopian context, laying the groundwork for his future works.
Actor Depardieu will stand trial on sexual assault charges
French actor Gerard Depardieu facing criminal trial for alleged sexual assaults on set in 2021.
French actor who accused Gerard Depardieu of sexual assault dies
Emmanuelle Debever, a French actor who accused Gerard Depardieu of sexual assault, died on the same day her allegations were re-aired on television.
Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the causes of Debever's death.
Gerard Depardieu asks for delay to sexual assault trial
Gerard Depardieu's sexual assault trial is postponed due to health issues, as his lawyers assert he deserves fair treatment under the law.
OPINION: Macron is wrong, Depardieu no longer 'makes France proud'
Gerard Depardieu, the acclaimed French actor, is under formal investigation for rape and has become a controversial figure due to his behavior and political views.
Depardieu has sparked a political scandal in France, with some supporters claiming that he is a symbol of Frenchness under attack from feminism and cancel culture.
Family of French film icon Depardieu denounces conspiracy' amid scrutiny over sexist behaviour
Gerard Depardieu's family denounces a conspiracy against the French film star following charges of rape and scrutiny over sexist comments.
Depardieu may face disciplinary action, including potentially being stripped of the Legion of Honor, over his behavior and comments.
Actor Depardieu will stand trial on sexual assault charges
French actor Gerard Depardieu facing criminal trial for alleged sexual assaults on set in 2021.
French actor who accused Gerard Depardieu of sexual assault dies
Emmanuelle Debever, a French actor who accused Gerard Depardieu of sexual assault, died on the same day her allegations were re-aired on television.
Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the causes of Debever's death.
Gerard Depardieu asks for delay to sexual assault trial
Gerard Depardieu's sexual assault trial is postponed due to health issues, as his lawyers assert he deserves fair treatment under the law.
OPINION: Macron is wrong, Depardieu no longer 'makes France proud'
Gerard Depardieu, the acclaimed French actor, is under formal investigation for rape and has become a controversial figure due to his behavior and political views.
Depardieu has sparked a political scandal in France, with some supporters claiming that he is a symbol of Frenchness under attack from feminism and cancel culture.
Family of French film icon Depardieu denounces conspiracy' amid scrutiny over sexist behaviour
Gerard Depardieu's family denounces a conspiracy against the French film star following charges of rape and scrutiny over sexist comments.
Depardieu may face disciplinary action, including potentially being stripped of the Legion of Honor, over his behavior and comments.
Garconnieres review male insecurities revealed as film goes back to the man cave
Celine Pernet's 'Garconnieres' highlights the vulnerabilities and uncertainties of modern men amidst changing gender relations.
Laurent Cantet obituary
Laurent Cantet, a key figure in the 1990s French cinema, led the social-realist movement with his award-winning film The Class, blending drama and documentary in a unique way.
Garconnieres review male insecurities revealed as film goes back to the man cave
Celine Pernet's 'Garconnieres' highlights the vulnerabilities and uncertainties of modern men amidst changing gender relations.
Laurent Cantet obituary
Laurent Cantet, a key figure in the 1990s French cinema, led the social-realist movement with his award-winning film The Class, blending drama and documentary in a unique way.
Isabelle Huppert remains a formidable force in cinema, celebrated for her exceptional performances across multiple decades and collaborations with notable directors.
Isabelle Huppert and Bruce LaBruce capture the profound power of deviance
Isabelle Huppert and Bruce LaBruce discuss the philosophical complexities of deviance in their filmographies with romantic and transgressive themes.
Post your questions for Isabelle Huppert
Isabelle Huppert remains a formidable force in cinema, celebrated for her exceptional performances across multiple decades and collaborations with notable directors.
Isabelle Huppert and Bruce LaBruce capture the profound power of deviance
Isabelle Huppert and Bruce LaBruce discuss the philosophical complexities of deviance in their filmographies with romantic and transgressive themes.
The Goldman Case review gripping French courtroom drama with a chaotic energy
Cedric Kahn's film explores Pierre Goldman's 1976 retrial, interweaving court drama with discussions on race, class, antisemitism, and French history.
The Goldman Case review compelling real-life French courtroom drama
The Goldman Case portrays Pierre Goldman as a complex figure willing to risk everything for his principles amidst the heated political backdrop of 1976 France.
Everyone recognises her now me, not so much': Arthur Harari on how Anatomy of a Fall catapulted him and Justine Triet to film power couple status
Arthur Harari is a notable figure in recent French cinema, deeply influenced by historical narratives and personal connections to revolutionary figures.
Beyond judgment': courtroom drama subverted by new wave of French film
French arthouse films are reinventing the courtroom drama genre by exploring fault lines in French society.
These films raise questions on gender, race, prejudice, motherhood, and relationships through their portrayal of trials and legal issues.
The Goldman Case review gripping French courtroom drama with a chaotic energy
Cedric Kahn's film explores Pierre Goldman's 1976 retrial, interweaving court drama with discussions on race, class, antisemitism, and French history.
The Goldman Case review compelling real-life French courtroom drama
The Goldman Case portrays Pierre Goldman as a complex figure willing to risk everything for his principles amidst the heated political backdrop of 1976 France.
Everyone recognises her now me, not so much': Arthur Harari on how Anatomy of a Fall catapulted him and Justine Triet to film power couple status
Arthur Harari is a notable figure in recent French cinema, deeply influenced by historical narratives and personal connections to revolutionary figures.
Beyond judgment': courtroom drama subverted by new wave of French film
French arthouse films are reinventing the courtroom drama genre by exploring fault lines in French society.
These films raise questions on gender, race, prejudice, motherhood, and relationships through their portrayal of trials and legal issues.
Jacques Rozier's retrospective at Film at Lincoln Center is crucial for appreciating an underrecognized influencer in French cinema.
The Best French Films of 2024 (So Far) - Frenchly
2024 French film scene is vibrant with diverse genres captivating both arthouse and mainstream audiences, gaining global attention through streaming platforms.
Jacques Rozier's Inspired Improvisations
Jacques Rozier's retrospective at Film at Lincoln Center is crucial for appreciating an underrecognized influencer in French cinema.
The Best French Films of 2024 (So Far) - Frenchly
2024 French film scene is vibrant with diverse genres captivating both arthouse and mainstream audiences, gaining global attention through streaming platforms.
The Beast': Henry James' universe looks towards a future filled with artificial intelligence and incels
Two French directors, Patric Chiha and Bertrand Bonello, created film adaptations of the same Henry James story, 'The Beast in the Jungle,' offering unique perspectives but not reaching cinematic excellence.
The Beast in the Jungle by Chiha and The Beast by Bonello explore the theme of unfulfilled love between a man and a woman throughout different eras, with Bonello adding a science fiction twist to the narrative.
Head of France's cinema body to face trial over alleged sexual assault of his godson
France's top cinema institution head to be tried for sexual assault in June.
Renewed #MeToo reckoning in French cinema implicates prominent figures like Gerard Depardieu.
Micheline Presle obituary
Micheline Presle specialized in playing the older woman in sophisticated French films of the 1940s.
Her performances in French films caught the attention of 20th Century Fox, leading to a contract in Hollywood.
A cinematic feast: Budapest hosts Francophone Film Days festival
Oscar & Cesar nominees featured at 14th Francophone Film Days
The CNC is a government agency in France that promotes French film and audiovisual arts.
It is funded by taxes on cinema admissions, television providers, and media, which it redistributes to the production and exhibition of films and other forms of art.
What's in Our Queue? Mark Rothko and More
Mark Rothko's art evokes intense emotions
The original French movie 'La Famille Belier' is a must-watch
Canadian novel 'Station Eleven' is a gripping read
From Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey's creators comes a Peter Pan movie in which Tinker Bell is, yes, addicted to heroin
A Peter Pan horror film titled Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare is in the works.
The film will be dark, violent, and inspired by French cinema.
YES WE CANNES
Coppola's Megalopolis at Cannes Film Festival received extreme divisiveness, challenging conventions of taste and creativity.
The Best French Films of the 21st Century So Far, Ranked - Frenchly
Selecting the best French films of the 21st century is challenging due to the country's rich cinematic history and diverse pool of talent.
She Walked in Beauty: The Subtle Seductiveness of Anouk Aimee
Anouk Aimee, a French actress who passed away at 92, embodied the essence of a thinking man's sex symbol in the '60s and '70s.
Anouk Aimee was an entrancing 60s movie icon with an air of glamorous unknowability
Anouk Aimee, a 60s movie icon known for her enigmatic sexual aura and patrician style, captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performances and timeless beauty.
She Walked in Beauty: The Subtle Seductiveness of Anouk Aimee
Anouk Aimee, a French actress who passed away at 92, embodied the essence of a thinking man's sex symbol in the '60s and '70s.
Anouk Aimee was an entrancing 60s movie icon with an air of glamorous unknowability
Anouk Aimee, a 60s movie icon known for her enigmatic sexual aura and patrician style, captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performances and timeless beauty.