Tag: European cinema
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Renate Reinsve: Vomit-Inducing Reviews, 19-Minute Standing Ovations, and a Cannes Moment of Pure Grin
From Guardian Headlines to Cannes’ Elation Renate Reinsve’s July 2021 morning began with a jolt of reality as she read the Guardian and then faced a defining moment on the Cannes red carpet. The Norwegian actor, who had just premiered The Worst Person in the World under Joachim Trier’s direction, found herself caught between elation…
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Mephisto and Collusion: István Szabó’s Nazi Actor Masterpiece
Introduction: A Dark Corner of European Cinema When the 1982 Academy Awards celebrated the year’s best in film, the spotlight was, understandably, on Chariots of Fire and Katharine Hepburn. Yet among the Trumpeted winners lies a European gem that quietly challenged the moral complexities of the era: István Szabó’s Mephisto. The film, adapted from Klaus…
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European Film Awards 2026: Art and Craft Nominations Spotlight Sirāt, Sound of Falling, and Bugonia
Overview of the 2026 European Film Awards Art and Craft Nominations The 2026 European Film Awards have unveiled their art and craft nominations, underscoring the industry’s appreciation for the technical mastery that elevates European storytelling. Leading the pack are Oliver Laxe’s Sirāt, Mascha Schilinski’s Sound of Falling, and Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia. These titles are recognized…
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Tribute to Tchéky Karyo: Remembering the Polish-born French Star of Nikita and The Missing at 72
A life in cinema and television French actor Tchéky Karyo, renowned for his enduring roles in the film Nikita and the television series The Missing, has died at age 72 after a battle with cancer. The news was reported by AFP, confirming the loss of a performer whose career spanned several decades and continents, earning…
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Tchéky Karyo, Star of Nikita and The Missing, Dies at 72
Trailblazing Career of a Versatile Actor French actor Tchéky Karyo, whose performances captivated audiences in both film and television, has died at the age of 72. Born in Turkey and raised in Paris, Karyo’s career spanned several decades and continents, earning him a reputation as a versatile and steadfast presence on screen. Karyo’s international breakthrough…
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La Goulette Honors Claudia Cardinale: A Hometown Tribute to a European Icon
A Homecoming Mass in La Goulette for a Cinema Icon A special homage mass is planned at the Eglise de La Goulette to honor Claudia Cardinale, the daughter of the town who rose to become one of European cinema’s most enduring stars. The service will be officiated by Father Narcisse Djerambete, and attendees are expected…
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Claudia Cardinale Tribute in La Goulette: A Nation Remembers
A Mass of Gratitude in La Goulette In the coastal town of La Goulette, the local church hosted a messe en hommage to Claudia Cardinale, the beloved enfant du pays. The service was officiated by Father Narcisse Djerambete, and the pews were filled by French, Italian and Tunisian residents as well as a number of…