August 2013

The New York Times praises French TV shows

Often criticized by the French themselves, TV shows from France have yet to receive much praise from the states. the New York Times changed that this week.

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How Did Romain Duris Become Mr. Popular?

The loveable and charming actor, Romain Duris, is a household name in France, but hardly known in the US. However, that could all change with the upcoming Stateside release of his latest rom-com hit Populaire. To mark the occasion, we’re taking a look back at the actor’s impressive twenty-year long career.

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Top Ten Life-Changing French Documentaries of the New Millennium

With Nicolas Philibert’s latest look into French society (La Maison de la radio) to hit New York theaters in September, we have made a list of our favorite French documentaries.

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"Amelie" to become Broadway musical!

Composer Dan Messe of Brooklyn-based indie folk-rock ensemble Hem confirmed today that he is working on the project.

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Issues Surround the release in the US of the French Palme d'Or "Blue is the Warmest Color"

The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) announced that it would rate the French film Blue is the Warmest Color NC-17, sadly depriving the movie from a wide distribution in the United States.

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Top 5 of the Worst French Performances in American Films

Famous stars in France, some actors tried to make it big in Hollywood. Unfortunately, some of their performances were really unforgettable, and not in a good way.

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