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Marcel Theroux: a family affair

Writer and producer Marcel Theroux is in the studio to talk blood rivalry, climate change and science fiction. But first, a Paris show looks back at the fairytale career and troubled life of international star Romy Schneider. Also, France's state of the art World War I museum prepares to unveil its mysteries.

Slideshow: Behind the scenes
The Fantastic Book "Mr Fox"
21/02/2013 - CULTURE

The Fantastic Book "Mr Fox"

Eve Jackson is joined in the studio by two special guests. First, author Helen Oyeyemi tells us more about the fantastic book, "Mr Fox". Then we hear from one of the leading painters of her generation, Fiona Rae. She's tells us about her new exhibition at the Nathalie Obadia Gallery in Paris.
God’s Horses
20/02/2013 - CULTURE

God’s Horses

On today’s show, director Nabil Ayouch talks about his engrossing film, ‘God's Horses’, which focuses on a Moroccan slum and how it becomes a breeding ground for young terrorists. Also on the programme, we meet Malian hip-hop pioneer Amkoullel and we pay a visit to a new exhibition in Paris which shows Russian painter Marc Chagall’s vision of the 20th century.
Oscar Hopefuls Address the Middle East Conflict
19/02/2013 - CULTURE

Oscar Hopefuls Address the Middle East Conflict

Two Oscar-nominated documentaries, "5 Broken Cameras" and "The Gatekeepers," examine the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from very different angles and tones. Also on the show, the internationally acclaimed Israeli soprano Chen Reiss joins in the studio and one of France's best-selling bands, Indochine, release a new album 30 years after they began.
It’s a Good Day to be Bruce Willis
18/02/2013 - CULTURE

It’s a Good Day to be Bruce Willis

The "Die Hard" sequel muscles its way to the top of the box office, despite bad reviews. Also on the programme, we speak to the first-time Somali actors who are in the race for Oscar glory, as well as American crime writer Craig Johnson.
Les Misérables
15/02/2013 - CULTURE

Les Misérables

Do you dream a dream or scream a scream when it comes to "Les Misérables"? As Tom Hooper’s smash musical divides audiences, Eve Jackson looks at one of France’s most famous stories.

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