Now playing Next Culture news Roman Polanski on trial in Paris on defamation charges The controversial filmmaker goes on trial in Paris for defamation after describing British actress Charlotte Lewis's accusations of sexual assault against him as an "odious lie". 05/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Iranian singer Shervin Hajipour sentenced to prison for protest anthem Singer Hajipour received a three-year, eight-month sentence on charges of “propaganda against the system” and “encouraging people to protest.” He won a Grammy last year, presented by US first lady Jill Biden, for his song 'Baraye' - "a powerful and poetic call for freedom and women’s rights.” 04/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Oscars 2024: Study finds gender-balanced productions stagnate The Reframe study states that there has been “no notable increase in the number of films that meet the criteria for the Stamp”, which is awarded to features that hire women or individuals of other underrepresented gender identities/expressions in at least 50% of key roles. 04/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news ‘Dune: Part Two’ brings spice power to the box office – and memes The funniest 'Dune: Part Two' memes and reactions... 04/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news What is the new French campaign #MeTooGarçons? Is France facing a watershed moment for all those who have been silenced in the entertainment industry? The #MeTooGarçons campaign may be a small step in that direction, but it has certainly given male victims of abuse a voice. 02/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Cultural Digest: Don’t miss these events in Europe this week A pinball wizard's playground in Paris, Spice up your life with 'Dune: Part Two' and the TV show everyone's talking about. Here's what to see and do in Europe this week. 02/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Acclaimed Italian director Paolo Taviani dies aged 92 The filmmaker, who won the Palme d’Or for 1977’s 'Padre Padrone' and the Golden Bear for for 2012’s 'Caesar Must Die', was a towering cinematic presence for more than three decades. 01/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Cultural loss: UK's oldest working cinema closes its doors "The UK is losing its cultural hubs to gentrification right before our eyes." 01/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Film of the Week: 'Dune: Part Two' - Bigger but is it better? Has Dennis Villeneuve dune it again? Mostly. 01/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Godrèche calls for investigation into sex crimes in French cinema Judith Godrèche is leading a push for a reckoning about sexual abuse in France's world-renowned cinema industry 29/02/2024
Now playing Next Hungary A cinematic feast: Budapest hosts Francophone Film Days festival 14th Francophone Film Days in Budapest feature Oscar & Cesar nominees, celebrating French cinema until Mar 10, expanding to 16 cities 29/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Melancholia, Love and Sasquatches: Top 10 Movies from Berlinale 2024 Here is our Top 10 from this year's Berlin International Film Festival - keep an eye out for these gems. 28/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news John Waters set to make first film in 20 years After 2004's ' A Dirty Shame', the master of all things transgressive is set to return to the director's chair with an adaptation of his first novel, "Liarmouth". Here's the lowdown. 28/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Police seize 72 firearms at home of French film star Alain Delon Alain Delon does not have permit for any of the 72 weapons seized from his home south of Paris. 28/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Antisemitism and criminal charges: Berlinale controversy explained A highly politicized edition of the Berlin International Film Festival ended last weekend, but divisions surrounding political messaging are ongoing. The Berlinale is now embroiled in controversy which severely tarnishes its reputation. Here’s why. 27/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news New Year's Resolution: Stop making Bridget Jones films A fourth Bridget Jones film will begin filming this spring - but does the world really need to meet Miss Jones again? 27/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Gerard Depardieu faces new complaint of sexual assault The French actor is already under investigation for alleged rape, and more than a dozen other woman have come forward to accuse him of sexual abuse. 26/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Golden Bear 2024 goes to Mati Diop’s restitution documentary 'Dahomey' A strange set of choices for the winners of this year's Berlinale - but the Golden Bear is merited, with the French-Senegalese director Mati Diop providing a fascinating and multifaceted look at a timely issue centred around the ills of colonialism. 24/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Actor calls on French film industry to face sexual abuse Judith Godrèche accused directors Benoît Jacquot and Jacques Doillon of abuse including rape. 24/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Berlinale 2024: Kazik Radwanski and Matt Johnson talk ‘Matt and Mara’ Premiering at the Berlinale, 'Matt and Mara' has the foundations of a 'Will-they-won't-they?' romantic comedy but ends up as a far more knotty 'What-if-they-could?' study of unspoken bonds. Euronews Culture sits down with the director and lead actor to talk about the film. 24/02/2024