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I learned about slavery from Hollywood. Why is French cinema so slow to depict our own colonial crimes?

France played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade, yet its representation in cinema remains sparse.

French films with English subtitles to watch in July 2025

Lost in Frenchlation highlights diverse French cinema through screenings, aiming to engage language beginners with classic and contemporary films.

2 years ago

Puns, sex and urban legends: How English film titles are translated into French

The French translation of 'Groundhog Day' as 'un jour sans fin' encapsulates the film's essence, illustrating how some cultural concepts become untranslatable. It reflects countless repetitiveness.

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1 month ago

Three Friends review charm aplenty in super-tasteful comedy that couldn't be more French

The film cleverly explores love and relationships through a comedic lens, capturing quintessentially French cultural themes.

fromRoger Ebert

Cannes 2025: A Private Life, The Disappearance of Josef Mengele | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Jodie Foster makes her leading role debut in French film 'A Private Life,' navigating complex themes of identity and perception.

#film-screenings

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French films with English subtitles to watch in June 2025

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French films with English subtitles to see in April 2025

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French films with English subtitles to watch in March 2025

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French films with English subtitles to watch in June 2025

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French films with English subtitles to see in April 2025

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French films with English subtitles to watch in March 2025

What Does the Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet Nudity Ban Mean?

Cannes 2025 faces criticism over controversial dress code amid a reckoning of sexual misconduct within French cinema.

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Gerard Depardieu's conviction was a historic moment for #MeToo in France

Gerard Depardieu's conviction marks a significant turning point in the French #MeToo movement, signifying that no one is above the law.

fromwww.npr.org

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French actor Gerard Depardieu stands trial in Paris for alleged sexual assaults

fromIrish Independent

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Film director found guilty of sex assault on actor Adele Haenel (12)

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Film director found guilty of sexual assault in France's first big #MeToo trial

Gerard Depardieu's conviction was a historic moment for #MeToo in France

Gerard Depardieu's conviction marks a significant turning point in the French #MeToo movement, signifying that no one is above the law.

fromwww.npr.org

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French actor Gerard Depardieu stands trial in Paris for alleged sexual assaults

fromIrish Independent

Film

Film director found guilty of sex assault on actor Adele Haenel (12)

France news

Film director found guilty of sexual assault in France's first big #MeToo trial

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Depardieu convicted. Cannes reacts. But did #MeToo finally win in France?

The verdict against Gerard Depardieu signifies a shift in France's approach to artistic icons accused of misconduct.

#gerard-depardieu

fromThe Washington Post

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French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault

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Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assaults on movie set

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French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on set

fromwww.aljazeera.com

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France convicts actor Gerard Depardieu for sexually assaulting two women

fromwww.thelocal.fr

French screen star Depardieu convicted of sexual assault

Gerard Depardieu received an 18-month suspended sentence for sexual assault and must register as a sex offender.

French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women

GÃ©rard Depardieu was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women and received an 18-month suspended sentence.

fromThe Washington Post

French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault

GÃ©rard Depardieu was found guilty of sexual assault on two women, marking a significant moment for the #MeToo movement in French cinema.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assaults on movie set

Gerard Depardieu was convicted of sexual assault and given an 18-month suspended sentence, marking a significant moment for #MeToo in France.

fromnypost.com

French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on set

Gerard Depardieu was found guilty of sexual assault and received an 18-month suspended sentence, reinforcing the importance of consent.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

France politics

France convicts actor Gerard Depardieu for sexually assaulting two women

fromwww.thelocal.fr

French screen star Depardieu convicted of sexual assault

Gerard Depardieu received an 18-month suspended sentence for sexual assault and must register as a sex offender.

France politics

French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women

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Which French films are most popular with Americans?

French films have found select success in the US, despite language barriers and market preferences favoring English-language films.

Paris-based thriller offers fresh inside take on French-Tamil community

Little Jaffna redefines Tamil representation in French cinema, depicting cultural heritage and addressing the impacts of Sri Lankaâs ethnic conflict.

fromThe New Yorker

The Return of "My Favorite Season," a Great Modern Melodrama

TÃ©chinÃ©'s innovative melodrama style reflects deep emotional engagement, championed through his collaborations with actress Catherine Deneuve.

French films with English subtitles to watch in May 2025

Lost in Frenchlation is a cinema club in Paris that screens French films with English subtitles, enhancing appreciation for French cinema among language learners.

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Holy Cow review unlikely French teen cheesemaker drama with a big heart

Holy Cow impressively combines personal struggles and rural authenticity, highlighting the journey of a teenage delinquent in pursuit of a cheesemaking competition.

Too original for just one medium': Agnes Varda's Paris photographs go on show

Agnes Varda's artistic journey spanned photography and film, culminating in a monumental legacy as a pioneering figure in French cinema and art.

fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News

FilmWatch Weekly: 'Misericordia,' 'When Fall Is Coming,' Alex Garland's 'Warfare,' and much more * Oregon ArtsWatch

Rural French villages harbor deep secrets, explored in films like Misericordia, revealing the intertwining of beauty and darkness.

Misericordia review desire and dread in rural France

Misericordia explores the blurred lines between desire and violence, creating an ominous narrative full of sexual tension.

Misericordia review waking dream of a movie is one of the strangest films of the year

This film is a blend of dark humor and absurdity, challenging viewers to decipher whether it embraces comedy or simply engages in deadpan in-jokes.

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A Guide to the Sultry Cinema of Francois Ozon

Post your questions for Francois Ozon

Francois Ozon is a highly versatile and talented French filmmaker recognized for his significant contributions to cinema.

fromAnOther

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A Guide to the Sultry Cinema of Francois Ozon

Post your questions for Francois Ozon

Francois Ozon is a highly versatile and talented French filmmaker recognized for his significant contributions to cinema.

more#francois-ozon

fromVulture

Baffling and Beautiful, Misericordia Is the Strangest of French Thrillers

Misericordia defies genre conventions, beginning as an existential drama that morphs into a comedy and thriller while maintaining its core essence, captivating audiences in France.

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fromPolygon

Hideo Kojima is back at it again talking about his favorite French movies

"During my childhood, Japanese '50s and '60s movies were awesome, as were the French '50s and '60s movies, and most creators of today originate from those movies."

Independent films

fromInverse

Netflix Just Quietly Added The Best Heist Movie Of The Decade

French genre films significantly influenced the development of heist movies, with iconic directors shaping the narrative style and character archetypes.

Fashion & style

fromwww.esquire.com

High in the Alps With Moncler Grenoble and Vincent Cassel

Vincent Cassel is recognized as a stylish French actor, akin to icons like Alain Delon.

He recently attended a Moncler fashion show at the highest airport in Europe.

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Swords, love and brass bands: This year's nominees at the French film 'Oscars'

Monte Cristo leads CÃ©sar nominations with 14, signaling its significance in French cinema and strong competition in various categories.

fromwww.nytimes.com

French Court Convicts Director Christophe Ruggia in #MeToo Case

Christophe Ruggia was convicted for sexually assaulting actress Adele Haenel, marking a significant development in addressing misconduct in French cinema.

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