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Is French cinema in decline?

With Steven Spielberg, one of the greatest American directors in the world, at the helm of the Cannes Film Festival, one might think that the French would not be honoured as they should be in their own country. Quite the contrary. Six out of twenty films in the competition are French, even more surprising given the profound crisis the French industry is going through. National icon, Gérard Depardieu has fled the country, actors are being paid stratospheric sums and the system of subsidies is floundering as a result of low profitability. All these criticisms have tarnished French cinema's image worldwide. So what should we believe: the amazing Cannes selection as a sign of underlying strength or the complaints and moans of the industry?

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French Music ends on a high in 2009 French Music ends on a high in 2009 French music finished on a high in 2009 with news that live French concerts in the UK had gone up 18% on 2008... more
 
“Français of the Year” 2009 - The Winners “Français of the Year” 2009 - The Winners The winners of the third edition of the “Français of the Year” awards were uncovered on 17th December at an exclusive awards ceremony held at the the Maison du Languedoc Roussillon in Cavendish S (...) more
Beautiful French Books to Offer for Christmas Beautiful French Books to Offer for Christmas A fine collection of books to offer for Christmas. more
 
French and British etiquette: How to avoid the faux pas? French and British etiquette: How to avoid the faux pas? French and British social codes are not always the same. Who on earth would want to behave inappropriately when crossing the Channel, do you? When it comes to French or British etiquette it is worth k (...) more
November Books and Christmas Present Ideas November Books and Christmas Present Ideas Once more, the French Bookshop makes us discover a selection of books for us to enjoy. more
 
The London Film Festival - A Prophet Wins Best Film Award The London Film Festival - A Prophet Wins Best Film Award Jacques Audiard's A Prophet wins the Best Film Award at the London Film Festival. Find out more. more
October Book Selection October Book Selection A wide selection of books for you to read as a personal treat or as a gift for others. more
 
Books to read in September Books to read in September A selection of books to make you forget that the summer is nearly over. more
14th July Celebrations 14th July Celebrations Bastille Day is approaching: the only day when we French not only have an excuse, but a duty to party is, once again, upon us! more
 
July 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop July 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop Discover a new selection of French books which have recently arrived at the French Bookshop. more
14th July in London 14th July in London For those of you who feel that a 14th July is not a 14th July if you are not amongst other French people dancing along to the old favourite tunes, here is a list of events taking place in London over (...) more
 
London's Favourite French Film 2009 - The Results London's Favourite French Film 2009 - The Results After weeks of suspence, we can let you discover the results for London's Favourite French Film 2009. A big thank you to all the people who have taken part and without whom this yearly event woul (...) more
A french girl's diary during the london tube strike. A french girl's diary during the london tube strike. In French Only: During the last 48-hour London tube strike, a young French girl well accustomed to French strikes noted her thoughts on her experience here in London. more
 
June 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop June 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop You might already be thinking about books to take with you this summer on holiday. Something that you can really get into or something a little light that will not require too much brain exertion. Th (...) more
Interview with Diane Kruger on "Anything for her" Interview with Diane Kruger on "Anything for her" She's still only 32 and Diane Kruger has achieved more in her career than most manage to achieve in a lifetime... more
 
Cannes 2009: The Results – Not quite what was anticipated Cannes 2009: The Results – Not quite what was anticipated Award list and comments: the Cannes Film Festival 2009 is not quite what was anticipated. Good surprise or disappointment? more
Monarchy vs Republic - the dilemma Monarchy vs Republic - the dilemma In 2008, an official report from the UN encouraged Great Britain to carry out a referendum to find out if the British wanted to abolish their Monarchy to be replaced by a republic similar to the Ameri (...) more
 
Premiere of "The first day of the rest of your life" Premiere of "The first day of the rest of your life" The Premiere of Rémy Bezançon's new film "The first day of the rest of your life" will be taking place on 25th June during London's Favourite French Film 2009 award night, a majo (...) more
Box Office 2009 : a national movie in favour. Box Office 2009 : a national movie in favour. France and Great Britain pay tribute to their cinema industry by putting "Slumdog Millionnaire" and "LOL" at the top of their respective box office. more
 
Interview with Paul Morrison and Matthew McNulty Interview with Paul Morrison and Matthew McNulty Touching, sincere and well-acted, Little Ashes, the new film about Dali, Lorca and Bunuel's tempestuous youth, friendship and love was both deeply moving and convincing. Therefore, I was extremel (...) more
Vinyan Vinyan Devastated by the loss of their son, Joshua, in the tsunami of 2004, Paul (Rufus Sewell –The Illusionist) and Jeanne Belhmer (Emmanuelle Béart - 8 Femmes) have remained in Thailand. Since his body (...) more
 
London Season VS French Circuit London Season VS French Circuit The English Season is just about to begin. It is true that it is not what it used to be at the time of the 'Bal des Débutantes' but still, there are still a number of major events which hav (...) more
0SS 117, rebels against the politically correct. 0SS 117, rebels against the politically correct. After the international succes of Quantum of Solace, it is the turn of the French secret agent, OSS 117, to explode the number of cinema entries in France with the latest 'Rio ne répond plus� (...) more
 
May 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop May 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop What about lying on the grass and reading one of the books the French Bookshop has selected for you? May day, May day, you might actually enjoy it! more
Little Ashes Little Ashes Much ink is about to be spilled over this controversial film about Dali, Lorca and Bunuel's tempestuous youth, friendship and love... UK release is planned for 8th May. more
 
April 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop April 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop Discover a selection of newly released French books available at the French Bookshop. more
Accentuate your life : our way of speaking. Accentuate your life : our way of speaking. Sometimes, it can be difficult to understand each other in the same country. Accents can represent a linguistic mosaic which enhances our language or divide citizens. So, what does your accent hide or (...) more
 
Interview with Nicolas Cazalé - A Shooting Star Interview with Nicolas Cazalé - A Shooting Star Charismatic, intelligent and down to earth, are words that come to mind to describe Nicolas Cazalé. Nothing could have predicted that this young man from Pau who left his family thirteen years ago to (...) more
Was 1958 the year of the last Débutantes? Was 1958 the year of the last Débutantes? Are you proficient in the art of the perfect curtsey? Kensington Palace is currently celebrating the 50th anniversary of the last Court presentation (1958): This journey into the annual agenda of the (...) more
 
Maurice Jarre has died at the age of 84 Maurice Jarre has died at the age of 84 Three times Oscar winner, Maurice Jarre dies in his sleep. He is one of the greatest film score writers of all time. more
Alain Bashung dies of lung cancer Alain Bashung dies of lung cancer France mourns one of its best music artists: French crooner Alain Bashung, 61, died of lung cancer on Saturday 14th March. Alain Bashung had been ruling the French rock scene since the 1980s with an i (...) more
 
CinéMoi: the first and only TV channel dedicated to French film is here and now on air! Sky Channel 839 CinéMoi: the first and only TV channel dedicated to French film is here and now on air! Sky Channel 839 French movies are magical; they never lose their ability to enchant. No other national cinema has had such an influence on the art form of film. Here at CinéMoi we have forged relationships with lead (...) more
Experience the gravity with Ayo Experience the gravity with Ayo Ayo is a woman just like me. At least that is what she told me… Well, I have my doubts on the subject which might not be the same as hers. With half a million of her first opus "Joyful" so (...) more
 
Can culture be the solution to the financial crisis? Can culture be the solution to the financial crisis? Sold out exhibitions, concerts and theatre plays, full cinemas… the less we can say is that not all have been affected by the Credit Crunch in the same way! Cultural sectors get remarkably high admi (...) more
March 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop March 2009 Book selection by the French Bookshop Discover a selection of newly released books at the French Bookshop. more
 
Victoires de la Musique 2009: When one generation meets another... Victoires de la Musique 2009: When one generation meets another... Last year, the great winners were Vanessa Paradis and Renan Luce, obviously, this time, they are Alain Bashung, Camille and Julien Doré. Let's sum up the prize list! more
Césars 2009 - Séraphine wipes the board clean with 7 Césars Césars 2009 - Séraphine wipes the board clean with 7 Césars Mesrine with 10 nominations only received three Césars in the end: for best film, best actor and best sound. Séraphine, however, wiped the board clean with 7 Césars against 8 nominations. The other (...) more
 
Meeting with an icon: Jane Birkin Meeting with an icon: Jane Birkin Last week I met Jane Birkin to speak to her about her new album “Enfants d’Hiver” and her recent show in London (which took place on 21st February at the Barbican). Her new album is made-up of t (...) more
Don't take yourselves too seriously Frenchies! Don't take yourselves too seriously Frenchies! Forget the cliché about uptight British people… The truth is they are much funnier than the French! Do you want to know why? more
 
February 2009 Book Selection by the French Bookshop February 2009 Book Selection by the French Bookshop February is the perfect time for reading whilst watching snow falling and get cosy by the fire! Discover this month selection by the French Bookshop. more
Ici Londres turned 10! Ici Londres turned 10! Ici-Londres, one of the French community magazines, specialised in classified advertising turned 10 this month! Its team celebrated its 10th birthday with a bang on 29th February at the French Institu (...) more
 
Alcohol and teens: a bad mixture Alcohol and teens: a bad mixture As a French girl living in London, I was quite surprised to see so many teens hanging around the streets of London on Friday and Saturday nights, completely drunk. It made me wonder- do British " (...) more
Lol Lol Discover our review of Lisa Azuelos's (Comme t'y es Belle) new film starring Sophie Marceau, "Lol". more
 
Play with France in London! Play with France in London! DVDs, cinema, theatre and concert tickets... Discover all the competitions of France in London! Time has come to play and win! more
Jean-Paul Belmondo is back! Jean-Paul Belmondo is back! Surprisingly, after 8 years of absence because of a stroke, Jean-Paul Belmondo is back on French screens. In “Un homme et son chien”, by Francis Huster, he is Charles, an old man, rejected by ever (...) more
 
Césars 2009: And the nominees are... Césars 2009: And the nominees are... After the announcement of the nominees for the Oscars 2009, it is the turn of French cinema. The official selection for the Césars 2009 was revealed on 23rd January. Three films clearly lead the fiel (...) more
Victoires de la Musique 2009: The Best of the French Musical Scene? Victoires de la Musique 2009: The Best of the French Musical Scene? February is definitely a time for music. In fact, major musical awards are about to take place on both sides of the Channel: the perfect opportunity to weigh up the situation and to be perfectly up to (...) more
 
Paris 36 Paris 36 A ‘feel good’ film for those who think that French cinema is only good at making you miserable. more
The “Godfather” of French cinema, Claude Berri, dies The “Godfather” of French cinema, Claude Berri, dies The French cinema has just lost one of its pillars. The successful director and producer Claude Berri passed away in a Paris hospital on Monday 12th January, aged 74. more
 
Why the France Show (what used to be called the Vive La France Show) should be scrapped. Why the France Show (what used to be called the Vive La France Show) should be scrapped. Over the years, this show has become more and more out dated and a clear example of poor taste. Yes, people were flocking there thanks to the free ticket offer. But what a disappointment! If you think (...) more
Catherine Deneuve reopens a revamped Ciné Lumière Catherine Deneuve reopens a revamped Ciné Lumière On Friday 9th January, Catherine Deneuve was at the Ciné Lumière for its re-opening after 6 months of building work. more
 
A Christmas Tale A Christmas Tale A superb family portrait, both dark and acidly funny, an outstanding cast and an extraordinary staging: The last masterpiece of Arnaud Despleschin and official selection of Cannes Festival 2008 " (...) more
Burns night in London: Let’s party the Scottish way! Burns night in London: Let’s party the Scottish way! Prepare yourselves: On 25th January, London will turn Scottish for the night. Ideas to go out, traditional recipes... France in London helps you to spend the perfect Burns Night. And for the French wh (...) more
 
January 2009 book selection by the French Bookshop January 2009 book selection by the French Bookshop Read more in French is one of your New Year's resolutions. Indeed this could be an excellent one. The French Bookshop helps you to choose in the middle of this labyrinth. Let's discover the (...) more
To detox or not to detox, that is the question. To detox or not to detox, that is the question. Hurrah! 2009 is finally here! Unfortunately, ushering in the New Year doesn't end with Champagne and kisses. Oh no, inevitably the next bit is not quite so joyful. With a New Year come new resolu (...) more
 
France or UK: On which side of the Channel would you rather grow up? France or UK: On which side of the Channel would you rather grow up? A Few weeks ago Unicef reported that British children were the unhappiest in the Western World whereas France faces issues to guarantee the same chances in life to all children and speaks about penal (...) more
Favourite French actor and actress: The verdict Favourite French actor and actress: The verdict Do you remember? A few weeks ago we decided to compile a list of some of the most promising and internationally popular French actors and actresses, and asked you to name your favourite ones... Here (...) more
 
Infidelity: British gentlemen vs horny French? Infidelity: British gentlemen vs horny French? According to the latest Durex survey 39% of French men confess they have already had an affair. A much higher number than the English results. However, does this actually mean that the French are more (...) more
Nouvelle Vague Nouvelle Vague Once again Nouvelle Vague has set London on fire. Last week, this outstanding musical group, which gives an illuminating insight into the weird and wonderful world of New Wave in Bossa Nova style, per (...) more
 
Moriarty crosses the Channel: How about a little tour of Moriartyland? Moriarty crosses the Channel: How about a little tour of Moriartyland? Bohemian, artists, story-tellers, Moriarty is one of those great bands you interview with pleasure… and always with surprise. When I was lucky enough to reach Arthur Moriarty on the phone, he was st (...) more
Transporter 3 Transporter 3 Written and produced by Luc Besson, "Transporter 3", has all the ingredients of a classic action film: a handsome hero, villains, fast cars, violent fights… All to be taken lightly. more
 
Rivals Rivals Discover our review on Jacques Maillot's latest movie "Rivals" starring Guillaume Canet and François Cluzet: a subtle, intelligent, deeply-moving and surprising film. more
Beauty and talent: the new generation of French actresses Beauty and talent: the new generation of French actresses They are young, beautiful, and above all extremely talented. Discover the five leading actresses of the new French generation and vote for your favourite! more
 
Interview with Constance Amiot on Acoustic France Interview with Constance Amiot on Acoustic France Interview with French artist Constance Amiot on the release of "Acoustic France", an enchanting musical voyage to France with contemporary songs by leading singer-songwriters. more
Mathieu Amalric, Vincent Cassel, Guillaume Canet, Mathieu Kassovitz: Who do you prefer? Mathieu Amalric, Vincent Cassel, Guillaume Canet, Mathieu Kassovitz: Who do you prefer? French male actors and directors are becoming increasingly popular away from France.It was high time we examined why. We have compiled a list of some of the most promising, and ask you which you prefe (...) more
 
The Rocking New French Musical Scene The Rocking New French Musical Scene French music is crossing borders. Until recenly, few people knew anything about French Rock. John Lennon once famously said "French Rock is like English wine". One should assume this was not (...) more
Let's Talk About the Rain - Our review Let's Talk About the Rain - Our review The Bacri-Jaoui duo has once again succeeded in giving us something to talk about.Their new film glimpses at the lives of the Villanova family members. Their struggle and their 'everyday humiliat (...) more
 
Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant and Beyonce less cool than Carla Bruni? Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant and Beyonce less cool than Carla Bruni? Brits have voted Carla Bruni the coolest personality of the year according to a survey carried out by Virgin Media. Surprising in a way because she's not so cool in France. more
France-United Kingdom: best of friends or best enemies? France-United Kingdom: best of friends or best enemies? France and Britain have what it takes to be the best friends in the world. However, there are still people who seem to have difficulties forgetting some old rivalries... more
 
November Book Selection by the French Bookshop November Book Selection by the French Bookshop A warm drink by the fire and a good book is all one needs to relax when the weather is bitterly cold. The French Bookshop has put together a selection of books to pick from. more
British Wedding vs Mariage français British Wedding vs Mariage français If you’re French and invited to an English wedding, you may have some surprises, and vice and versa. Different dress code, food, length of the reception… France in London gives you an overview of (...) more
 
Jacques Mesrine: the French Robin Hood or just a shameless gangster? Jacques Mesrine: the French Robin Hood or just a shameless gangster? France's former public enemy number one is back! "Death Instinct", the movie devoted to Jacques Mesrine, starring Vincent Cassel and Gérard Depardieu was released on 22nd October in Fr (...) more
The new French musical scene : Electro The new French musical scene : Electro French music crosses borders now, let France in London guide you! First, electro: Everybody knows the French Touch, this new electro wave lead by French DJs and especially Ed Banger's records. Le (...) more
 
La Vie d'Artiste La Vie d'Artiste The first feature film directed by Marc Fitoussi is a pleasant comedy which unfortunately never really manages to take off. A great pity, because there are some fantastic elements to it. more
A Simple Heart A Simple Heart For her first movie, Marion Lainé chooses to adapt the famous Flaubert novel, "A simple heart". This masterpiece of French literature follows the experiences of a maid in a Normandy househo (...) more
 
Parc, by Arnaud des Pallières Parc, by Arnaud des Pallières Inspired by the 1969 novel "Bullet Park" written by John Cheever, Parc, by Arnaud des Pallières is a strange and singular film. The kind you'll love or hate, but nothing in between is (...) more
Sister Emmanuelle dies aged 99: Tribute Sister Emmanuelle dies aged 99: Tribute Sister Emmanuelle was a nun who spent most of her life helping people in Cairo's shantytowns, who was also known for her unorthodox religious views, her strong personality and her deep commitment (...) more
 
La Belle Personne La Belle Personne Discover France In London's review on Christophe Honoré latest movie " La Belle Personne": A must-see which cannot leave you indifferent. more
Shhhht, that's taboo! Shhhht, that's taboo! What is Taboo in France might not be in England and vice and versa. So, here are a few little differences which could perhaps be useful to know in order to avoid putting your big foot in it. more
 
Actor Guillaume Depardieu dies aged 37 Actor Guillaume Depardieu dies aged 37 The son of French movie-star Gérard Depardieu has died on 13th October from complication linked to a sudden case of pneumonia. A tragic end to a very turbulent life. more
Interview with Arnaud Desplechin on "A Christmas Tale" Interview with Arnaud Desplechin on "A Christmas Tale" Interview with Arnaud Desplechin on his latest masterpiece, "A Christmas Tale". more
 
Is the French obsession with "cultural exception" declining? Is the French obsession with "cultural exception" declining? It seems that the French obsession with "cultural exception" is getting softer as French people are relaxing their hostility toward the English language. And yet this was not a safe bet! more
Interview with Kristin Scott Thomas on "I've loved you so long" Interview with Kristin Scott Thomas on "I've loved you so long" Interview with the almost French actress Kristin Scott Thomas on her wonderful performance in "I've loved you so long". more
 
I've loved you so long I've loved you so long France In London's review on Philippe Claudel's forthcoming film: "I've loved you so long". On General release from 26th September. more
September Book Selection by the French Bookshop September Book Selection by the French Bookshop Why not read some of the books selected by the French Bookshop to ease your way back into real life after a well deserved holiday? more
 
Interview with Cédric Klapisch on his new movie "Paris" Interview with Cédric Klapisch on his new movie "Paris" Cédric Klapisch gives us an insight into the production of his beautiful new movie:“An Ephemeral Portrait of an Eternal City”. more
July Book Selection by the French Bookshop July Book Selection by the French Bookshop From novel to essais, from recipe books to children's book, this month's selection is wide and varied with something for everyone. more
 
London's Favourite French Film 2008 - The Results London's Favourite French Film 2008 - The Results Discover the elected films, the free prize draw winners and hear about Lorraine Levy's New Film, Mes Amis Mes Amours based on Marc Levy's best-seller. more
May Book Selection May Book Selection Discover the selection of books made by the French Bookshop in South Kensington. Robert Zaigue, has created a very comprehensive list with something for everyone. more
 
Sporting Events Sporting Events Only another few weeks till the Olympic Games are upon us. Find out more about the French teams and athletes. more
Persepolis Persepolis Discover France In London's review on the must-see film this spring, 'Persepolis', by Marjane Satrapi and Vincent Paronnaud. more
 
April Book Selection April Book Selection Discover the selection of books made by the French Bookshop in South Kensington. Robert Zaigue, has created a very comprehensive list with something for everyone. more
Mister Lonely: Interview with actor Denis Lavant Mister Lonely: Interview with actor Denis Lavant Mister Lonely, the latest film by director Harmony Korine is now shown throughout the UK. Read our review and interview with French actor Denis Lavant. more
 
Great performance from Gad at the Hammersmith Apollo Great performance from Gad at the Hammersmith Apollo After months of waiting, Gad finally showed up at the Hammersmith Apollo to give us one of his best performances ever. Read more about his new show. more
Bienvenue Chez les Ch'tis Bienvenue Chez les Ch'tis After only two weeks of screening in France, ‘Bienvenue chez les ch’tis’ has already seduced over 9 million cinemagoers. to have an idea before the official UK release on 1st April, discover the (...) more
 
Marion Cotillard wins the Oscar for Best Actress Marion Cotillard wins the Oscar for Best Actress French actress Marion Cotillard was named, this Sunday 24th February at the Academy Award ceremony, best actress for her portrayal of Edith Piaf in La Vie en Rose. more
Book Selection March 2008 Book Selection March 2008 Discover a selection of newly released books at the French Bookshop. more
 
Asterix at the Olympic Games Asterix at the Olympic Games Discover our review of newly released 'Asterix at the Olympic Games' more
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly: Interview with director Julian Schnabel The Diving Bell and the Butterfly: Interview with director Julian Schnabel Interview with film director Julian Schnabel following the release of his movie 'The diving Bell and the Butterfly', the adaptation of the incredible book by 'Elle' editor in chief (...) more
 
Eastern Promises - Interview with Vincent Cassel Eastern Promises - Interview with Vincent Cassel Patricia Connell interviews Vincent Cassel at the Soho Hotel in London about his latest film: Eastern Promises. Organised crime has been covered on many occasions but this is not just any organised (...) more
London's Favourite French Film 2007 - The Results London's Favourite French Film 2007 - The Results All you need to know about the Award Ceremony of London's Favourite French Film 2007 held on 13th September at the French Institute: the gala evening and of course the results. 1. The Chorus ( (...) more
 
The Tour de France: Ready, steady…partez! The Tour de France: Ready, steady…partez! Last weekend was by far London’s busiest weekend of the year with the “Grand depart” of the Tour de France which for the first the time ever started from the British capital. On this occasion, (...) more
Renaud's outstanding Performance at the Shepherd's Bush Empire Renaud's outstanding Performance at the Shepherd's Bush Empire more
 
Molière Molière Laurent Tirard’s sumptuous and seductive comedy, MOLIERE, starring Romain Duris (The Beat That My Heart Skipped) in the title role, will open across the UK on July 13 more
Le tour de France 2007 Le tour de France 2007 The Tour de France will start from London in 2007. The Capital will welcome around 200 of the world’s best cyclists to battle on the streets of London for the legendary yellow jersey. Events will ta (...) more
 
Music Day 2007 Music Day 2007 This is the third edition of Exhibition Road Music Day, London's home of international Fête de la Musique, a one day of free music taking place on Thursday 21st June in and around the Cultural a (...) more
London's Favourite French Film 2007 London's Favourite French Film 2007 Until 31st July, you can vote online for the films that have captivated you in the last 5 years. In order to help you, we have listed the films that have come out in London during this period.What (...) more
 
Tell No one Tell No one French thriller re-invented. One of the best thriller seen in a long time. We saw it and we loved it. Must be seen. more
The 23rd French President... The 23rd French President... Will Sarkozy be able to change the future of France? Will the French give him the majority in the Assembly that he needs to be able to implement the changes he has promised his followers? more
 
International French Tennis Tournaments International French Tennis Tournaments more
The Cannes Films Festival 2007 The Cannes Films Festival 2007 For its 60th Anniversary, the Cannes Festival was sure to be better than ever before. Glamour and beauty were of course essential ingredients for its success. more
 
Interview with Dany Boon Interview with Dany Boon Dany Boon is receiving in his suite and that’s where I meet him. He is promoting his latest film: ‘My Best Friend’. In it he has the part of a taxi driver who is a really nice guy and who lives (...) more
And the winner is... And the winner is... Nicolas Sarkozy has won the French presidential elections with 53.06% against 46.94% for Segolene Royal. His job as 6th President of the 5th republique will start on 16th May when he appoints his Prim (...) more
 
Books Selection May 2007 Books Selection May 2007 Le narrateur de Pierre Charras trace le portrait de son père, né en 1911. Avec des mots justes et simples, il ressuscite les cartes postales nostalgiques d'un bonheur familial fragile. Il se la (...) more
French election : first round results French election : first round results Nicolas Sarkozy and Segolene Royal will face each other in a run-off vote in two weeks time on Sunday 6th May. more
 
Cultural Identity Cultural Identity It has been said that London was selected for the Olympic Games 2012 because, as ‘the most international city in the world, it offered a world games fit for an age of globalisation.’ According to (...) more
Vote par procuration pour les Français de Londres Vote par procuration pour les Français de Londres You want to vote for the next French presidential elections but you know that you might be away at that time. What are your options and how can you do it? Want to watch the results live on a big sc (...) more
 
April 2007 Book selection April 2007 Book selection 2 femmes, 1 homme… 3 personnages confient leur vison de la vie, du mariage ; Inonka, l’épouse amoureuse trahie, Peter, le mari lucide et fuyant, digne représentant de la bourgeoisie hongroise (...) more
French Film Festival in Great Britain 2007 French Film Festival in Great Britain 2007 From 20th April to 4th May 2007 enjoy more than 20 French films in London during the French Film Festival UK 2007 more
 
Renoir Landscapes Renoir Landscapes Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) painted landscapes throughout his life. However, during the first two decades of his long career they constituted an especially important area of experimentation for (...) more
Chirac’s Au revoir Chirac’s Au revoir President Jacques Chirac has finally announced Sunday that he will not be seeking re-election on 22nd April. more
 
Sidcup and Arleux-en-Gohelle Twinning Sidcup and Arleux-en-Gohelle Twinning First World War memory lives on and initiates twinning between Sidcup and Arleux-en-Gohelle more
March 2007 book selection March 2007 book selection 1963 : la famille de Leïla vient de rejoindre le père, ouvrier des usines Renault à Billancourt. Dans ses montagnes de Kabylie, Leïla attendait cet instant depuis toujours. La France, vue de là-b (...) more
 
Nicolas Sarkozy in London Nicolas Sarkozy in London Nicolas Sarkozy was in London on 30th January both to meet Tony Blair and in the hope of securing the expats’ votes. Indeed, there was no shortage of interest on their part. Thousands of London’s (...) more
February 2007 book selection February 2007 book selection De l'autre côté de la Manche, le temps s'arrête à 17 heures pour le thé. Pas seulement une tasse de Earl Grey et un nuage de lait, mais aussi des cakes et des biscuits, des sandwichs et (...) more
 
Public meeting with Nicolas Sarkozy Public meeting with Nicolas Sarkozy Public meeting in London with Nicolas Sarkozy on Tuesday 30th January at the Old Billingsgate Market. Unique opportunity to see one of the canditates for the next French presidential elections. What a (...) more
Dany Boon in London Dany Boon in London After Gad Elmaleh, Dany Boon was in London for one night only on 27th January 2007. One cannot help compare the two. What is the verdict? Should Dany Boon stick to acting? Does he have Gad's c (...) more
 
Paris at the Movies Paris at the Movies Ciné lumière's three-week programme of Paris-set film comprises films from different eras and genres, and includes several screenings of silent films with live accompaniment, and special eveni (...) more
Ridicule Ridicule Second Sight is delighted to announce the release of multi-award-winning film Ridicule from one of France’s most acclaimed directors Patrice Leconte. It will be released on DVD courtesy of Second Si (...) more
 
Crazy Horse, Le show Crazy Horse, Le show For more than 50 years, the Crazy Horse in Paris has been one of the world’s most glamorous and exciting nightspots, the centre of cabaret and burlesque performances in the most sensual city in the (...) more
Vive La France 2007 Vive La France 2007 We were there. Where were you? When we invited our 11,000 members to meet us at our stand for a drink, we thought we would be inondated but not at all. Was it the high winds that put you off travelli (...) more
 
Zidane, a 21st century portrait Zidane, a 21st century portrait Acclaimed as one of the greatest football films ever made, “ZIDANE: A 21ST CENTURY PORTRAIT” is a unique real-time study of one of the beautiful game’s greatest icons: ZINEDINE ZIDANE. It will b (...) more
Halloween Halloween Obviously in London, Halloween has been going strong over the last 15 years. I still remember the days when kids used to ring at the door asking for a penny for the guy. This has now been replaced by (...) more
 
October 2006 book selection October 2006 book selection The French Bookshop has selected for you: Marc Levy - Mes amis mes amours Tash AW - Le tristement celebre johnny Lim Laurent Mauvignier - Dans la foule Jonathan Littell - Les Bienveillantes Yasmi (...) more
September 2006 book selection September 2006 book selection 3 books recommended by "Au fil des mots" bookshop - Les autres from Alice Ferney - Eldorado from Alain Gaudé - Lignes de faille from Nancy Huston - Les bienveillantes from Jonathan Litt (...) more
 
Review of Angel-A Review of Angel-A One of France in London's team gives her views of the film. more
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July 2006 book selection July 2006 book selection 4 books recommended by "Librairie La Page" Dimanche by Irène Némirovsky Modern solitude by Hélène Millerand L’Amante by Yann Queffelec Eloge des femmes mûres by Stephen Vizinczey (...) more
 
June 2006 book selection June 2006 book selection 4 books recommended by the "French Bookshop" - Les nouveaux anglais par Agnès C. Poirier - Le cercle fermé par Jonathan Coe - Au secours les anglais nous envahissent par J.A. Fralon - (...) more
May 2006 book selection May 2006 book selection 3 books recommended by "Au fil des mots" bookshop - Villa Amalia from Pascal Quignard - Un Coeur de trop from Brita Svit - Dans l’or du temps from Claudie Gallay </br><a href (...) more
 
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Reviews on Members Only and La Belle Hélène Reviews on Members Only and La Belle Hélène The FranceInLondon team went to see both productions: Members Only and La Belle Hélène. View our feedbacks. more
 
April 2006 book selection April 2006 book selection Au fil des mots offers you a great selection of the currently best French books. more
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Les Césars 2006 Les Césars 2006 Palmars 2006: Best actor: Michel Bouquet Best actress: Nathalie Baye Best film: ''De Battre mon coeur s'est arrêté'' and many more... more
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Exhibitions not to be missed in Paris! Exhibitions not to be missed in Paris! Our selection of exhibitions not to be missed in Paris. more
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Thierry Henry Thierry Henry All the things you expect from your team, are now captured in an exclusive new Cologne. Arsenal 1886 Cologne is a vibrant, modern scent created by a top international perfumer. more
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French Christmas Markets French Christmas Markets French Christmas Markets have already started in and around London! You will find there a very frenchy atmosphere: crèpes, foie gras, champagne...like if you were in France! more
 
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Onysos the Wild Onysos the Wild Deep within a New York subway station, a dirty & wrinkled tramp reveals himself as Onysos, the god of ecxtasy & desire.... more
 
September Book selection September Book selection Cruauté, voyeurisme, rapport humain impossible, dans le cadre d’une émission télévisée dernier cri ; voici l’atmosphère du dernier roman d’Amélie Nothomb… more
Why learn a Foreign Language? Why learn a Foreign Language? English is celebrated as the language of global corporate management, the Internet, youth culture and science. At the same time, there appears to be a crisis in foreign language learning amongst nat (...) more
 
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The last Mitterrand (Le promeneur du Champs de Mars) The last Mitterrand (Le promeneur du Champs de Mars) In 1995, during his second 7-year term in office, Mitterrand (Michel Bouquet) is dying of prostate cancer. He has asked, Antoine Moreau (Jalil Lespert), a young journalist to write his memoirs. more
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All on your bike on 22nd September All on your bike on 22nd September This is the day where you can really contribute to make your city a better place. more
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