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Real Beauty Captured by South Africa’s Star Photographer Jodi Bieber
20/11/2012 - CULTURE

Real Beauty Captured by South Africa’s Star Photographer Jodi Bieber

Eve Jackson talks to Jodi Bieber about violence against women, the definition of beauty and winning photography’s highest accolade "The World Press Photo Award 2011". Also on the show the film debut from bestselling French novelist Rachid Djaïdani is a modern day racial twist on "Romeo and Juliet".
French Catholic Church says 'Non!' to gay marriage
06/11/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

French Catholic Church says 'Non!' to gay marriage

French Catholics say "Non!" to legalising gay marriage and adoption. Next, a top businessman tells the French government to cut red tape, giving it advice on how to make the economy more competitive. Finally, a classic French film, "Les Enfants du Paradis", gets a digital makeover.
Tim Burton's recipe for a terrific movie
31/10/2012 - CULTURE

Tim Burton's recipe for a terrific movie

Take one dead dog and re-animate him via black and white stop-motion animation - Lisa Nesselson explains why "Frankenweenie", a sweet tribute to horror films, is a Hallowe'en treat. Next, Werner Herzog's wrenching documentary "Into the Abyss" introduces an upbeat young death row inmate, then explores the repercussions of his crime. Finally, "American Graffiti," George Lucas' 1973 tribute to teen life in 1962, is re-released.
Stephen Clarke's 'The Merde Factor'
24/10/2012 - CULTURE

Stephen Clarke's 'The Merde Factor'

Bestselling author Stephen Clarke, famous for his novels where he gently mocks French culture and habits, tells France 24's Clovis Casali about his new book. Also, a new trendy art venue has opened in Paris for a limited time only. "The museum of everything" offers self-taught artists a chance to present their work. Finally, the most famous French comic book character, Asterix, is back on the big screen.
Bond, Ben and Bonnaire
24/10/2012 - CULTURE

Bond, Ben and Bonnaire

Rebecca Leffler celebrates James Bond’s 50th birthday by telling us about the highly anticipated blockbuster "Skyfall". Meanwhile, in "Argo", Ben Affleck makes a real movie about a fake movie made to free American hostages during the Iranian hostage crisis. And ubiquitous French actress Sandrine Bonnaire goes behind the camera for her first fiction film "Maddened By His Absence", starring William Hurt and Alexandra Lamy.
French romance wins best film at London festival
21/10/2012 - CINEMA

French romance wins best film at London festival

“Rust and Bone” by French director Jacques Audiard has won best picture at the London Film Festival. The jury said the film, the story of a romance between a street fighter and a crippled killer-whale trainer, was “full of heart, violence and love.”
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Liam Neeson returns for more kidnap drama in 'Taken 2'
03/10/2012 - CULTURE

Liam Neeson returns for more kidnap drama in 'Taken 2'

Much-loved actor Liam Neeson is back on screen as bad ass dad Bryan Mills in "Taken 2". The sequel to the 2008 kidnap thriller features more kidnapping, more high-octane action, but a new director, Frenchman Olivier Megaton. Olivier tells Catherine Nicholson why the sensitive Irishman makes a good ruthless killer, and what he thinks of critics who say action movies are brainless.
François Hollande's popularity plummets
25/09/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

François Hollande's popularity plummets

After just four months in power, President Hollande slumps in the polls. The number of people happy with the French President's performance fell in September to just 43%. Next, French scientists question the safety of genetically modified corn, suggesting that it could cause cancer. Finally, France unveils its answer to Hollywood - a "Cinema City" just north of Paris.
French director Luc Besson brings Hollywood-style studios to France
25/09/2012 - CULTURE

French director Luc Besson brings Hollywood-style studios to France

French director Luc Besson's dream of creating a Hollywood in France comes true - we take a look. Next, the poetic Icelandic author Audur Ava Olafsdottir joins us in the studio. And we catch up with singer-songwriter Cat Power, who has just released an upbeat new album.
Luc Besson unveils 'Cinema City' production studio in Paris
22/09/2012 - FRANCE - CINEMA

Luc Besson unveils 'Cinema City' production studio in Paris

French filmmaker Luc Besson unveiled a new studio complex on Friday that will offer high-grade film services right on the outskirts of Paris. Cinema City will provide costume and model-building as well as production and post-production facilities.
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