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'He stayed faithful to the idea of making original films'
'He stayed faithful to the idea of making original and educational films' - Speaking on FRANCE 24, Robert Redford's biographer Michael Callan Feeney remembers Hollywood legend Robert Redford, who died on Tuesday at age 89.
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Cinema legend Robert Redford dies at 89
'He made it look so easy' - speaking on FRANCE 24, Steven Galloway, Dean of Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, chronicles the artistry, the activism and the legacy of Hollywood legend Robert Redford.
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Elif Shafak: Fiction as a bridge across divides in a fractured world
In this episode of arts24, Eve Jackson sits down with one of the most celebrated British-Turkish novelists of our time, Elif Shafak. With over 20 books translated into more than 50 languages, Shafak believes fiction remains one of the last truly democratic spaces, where stories can build empathy, challenge polarisation and create connections across cultures. Her latest novel, "There Are Rivers in the Sky", takes readers on a sweeping journey through history and geography, tracing a single drop of water from ancient Mesopotamia to modern-day Iraq, against the urgent backdrop of climate crisis and cultural loss.
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Hollywood legend Robert Redford dies aged 89
Hollywood is mourning one of its greatest actors and directors. Robert Redford has died at the age of 89, leaving behind a monumental cinematic legacy. A big screen icon, he played unforgettable roles, from "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" to "Out of Africa" and made his mark as a director with classics such as "Ordinary People" and "A River Runs Through It". The founder of the Sundance Film Festival and a champion of independent cinema, Redford was also a committed advocate for the environment and civil liberties. With a career spanning more than six decades, he leaves an indelible mark on the history of cinema. FRANCE 24's Eve Jackson tells us more about his legacy.
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Robert Redford, Oscar-winning icon of Hollywood, dies at 89
US acting legend Robert Redford, Oscar-winning actor turned director and godfather of independent films through his Sundance Institute, died on Tuesday at the age of 89. Hollywood figures paid tribute to his remarkable career, with "Out of Africa" co-star Meryl Streep hailing "one of the lions" of film.
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'A space where you can be yourself': Amandine Gay on her TV series 'Ballroom'
The director and producer of a new television series here in France has spoken of her delight at being able to feature France's LGBTQ+ community in a place where they feel safe. Amandine Gay is the woman behind "Ballroom" – a series that features the artistic competition of New York's ballroom culture, where the LGBTQ community combines fashion, dance and self-expression. She says the series shows how people get to know themselves and decide who they are going to be. She spoke to us in Perspective.
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'Adolescence': Teenage fury and a historic Emmy win
In this episode of arts24, Eve Jackson is joined by Dheepthika Laurent to break down the standout moments from the 2025 Emmy Awards, including the history-making win for "Adolescence". The British drama shocked and moved audiences with its portrayal of a teenage boy radicalised by the online manosphere, earning 15-year-old Owen Cooper the award for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series. We explore what makes "Adolescence" one of the most powerful shows of the year, and why it's already being used in classrooms to raise awareness about online extremism.
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Black, queer and bold: Kim Dacres' sculptures make a powerful Paris debut
Harlem-based sculptor Kim Dacres brings her raw, unapologetic vision to Europe with "Crossroads Like This", now on view at the Zidoun-Bossuyt Gallery in Paris. Known for transforming discarded tyres into commanding forms, Dacres centres Black, queer and feminine identity in her work, shaping complex narratives of memory, resistance and cultural pride. From her Bronx studio to international acclaim, her voice is redefining what contemporary sculpture can say and who it represents. She spoke to us on arts24.
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A cultural stroll through Paris with choreographer Blanca Li and harmonica player Greg Zlap
This week, Paris des Arts takes you to La Villette, Europe's largest urban park and the site of a world of cultural and sporting activities. We meet choreographer and director Blanca Li, who ran the institution before returning to her artistic pursuits. She talks to us about her many projects, including the "Bal de Paris", an immersive creation combining dance, music and virtual reality.
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Golshifteh Farahani: From arthouse cinema to Hollywood, a free voice for Iran
Born in Tehran and exiled in Paris, Golshifteh Farahani has become one of the faces of international cinema. At just 42, the Iranian actress has already appeared in more than 50 films in numerous languages. An outspoken artist and a strong voice for women's rights, she's presiding over the jury at this year's Deauville American Film Festival in Normandy. She spoke to FRANCE 24's Louise Dupont about her latest projects, her career choices and her perspective on Iran.
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'Timestamp': A snapshot of school days amid war in Ukraine
Filmmaker Kateryna Gornostai takes us to classrooms all over Ukraine in her latest documentary, as children and teenagers continue their education despite the ongoing Russian aggression. Amid the rubble and air raid sirens, "Timestamp" reveals the unwavering commitment of teachers to convey lifesaving, practical information as well as encouraging joy, beauty and laughter. Kateryna tells us about the reality of filming in an active conflict zone and why the war represents an existential attack on the very notion of Ukrainian identity.
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'Reframing Blackness': Author Alayo Akinkugbe on rethinking art history
The author of a new book that examines the role and under-representation of Black people in traditional Western art has spoken to FRANCE 24 about how her youth as often the only Black person in the room led her to the idea for the book. Alayo Akinkugbe was born in Nigeria but studied in England from her early teens, right through until the end of her degree in art history from the University of Cambridge. She says she has combined both to write her book "Reframing Blackness: What's Black about 'History of Art'?" She spoke to us in Perspective.
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Hitchcock heroine rubs shoulders with indie filmmakers in Deauville
Actress Kim Novak receives a special tribute at the 51st American Film Festival in Deauville, while newcomers Cole Webley, Christian Swegal and first-time directors Scarlett Johansson and Kristen Stewart screen their features in the Normandy resort town. FRANCE 24's Genie Godula takes time out from her duties as mistress of ceremonies to bring us the highlights, with Pamela Anderson's Talent Prize kicking off this year's festival and a rich selection of documentaries and retrospectives also on the bill.
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Inside the flames: Josh Edelson's decade documenting California's wildfires at 'Visa pour l'Image'
From the heart of California's infernos to the front lines of the climate crisis, photographer Josh Edelson has spent 10 years capturing the raw reality of wildfire destruction. His haunting images, showcased at the "Visa pour l'Image" photojournalism festival in southern France, reveal the human stories behind the flames – stories that resonate deeply as Europe faces its own devastating blazes.
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Capturing Oasis on camera: Michael Spencer Jones reflects on his iconic Definitely Maybe album cover
As the Gallagher brothers take the world on a new musical Oasis for a whole new generation, Gavin Lee is pleased to welcome British art photographer & music video director Michael Spencer Jones. Over the decades, he's collaborated with the likes of U2, David Bowie, Leonard Cohen, The Verve & Oasis. And now we get an intimate look at his life and legacy. Known for his love of surrealism, Dalí, Magritte, Mr. Jones has published an extensive digital collection of his work spanning decades in a book of living history. "Definitely Maybe: A View From Within" (https://www.spellboundgalleries.com).
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French singer-songwriter Jehnny Beth releases second solo album
This week on arts24, FRANCE 24's Jennifer Ben Brahim welcomes French singer-songwriter Jehnny Beth. The founder of UK band Savages collaborated with big names such as Idles and Depeche Mode before making her debut as an actress. She is now back with a second album, "You Heartbreaker, You", five years after the release of her first solo album.
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US independent director Jim Jarmusch beats Gaza war film to Venice top prize
U.S. indie director Jim Jarmusch unexpectedly won the coveted Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival on Saturday with "Father Mother Sister Brother", a three-part meditation on the uneasy ties between parents and their adult children. Story by Liza Kaminov.
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Jim Jarmusch’s 'Father Mother Sister Brother' wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival
US indie director Jim Jarmusch won the Golden Lion award for the best film at the Venice Film Festival on Sunday with family saga "Father Mother Sister Brother". Docudrama "The Voice of Hind Rajab", a harrowing true-life account of the killing of a five-year-old Palestinian girl during the Gaza war, took the runner-up Silver Lion.
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Venice Film Festival draws to a close and will announce its awards
The 82nd Venice Film Festival is coming to a close Saturday as its juries make final choices for the awards. The prizes, including nods for acting, directing and best picture, called the Golden Lion, will be handed out during an evening ceremony. Story by Shirli Sitbon.
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'Father's Day', a raw, moving film about absent fathers in Black communities
The fifteenth edition of the African Diaspora International Film Festival has kicked off in Paris. 11 powerful films from across the globe are being showcased. One of the pieces in the spotlight this year is "Fête des pères" or "Father’s Day" by Ayana O’Shun, a raw, moving look at absent fathers in Black communities, told through powerful stories from Quebec and Guadeloupe. The film director was FRANCE 24's guest in Eye on Africa.
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Deauville Film Festival 2025: highlights from America's cinema
In Normandy, the 51st edition of the Deauville American film festival has just gotten underway. The beach town is welcoming Hollywood heavyweights Kristen Stewart, Pamela Anderson and Kim Novak alongside indie talents. FRANCE 24’s Genie Godula brings us the highlights of the opening weekend.
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American cinema shines in Deauville at its 51st Film Festival
The Normandy beach town of Deauville is welcoming Hollywood heavyweights Kristen Stewart, Pamela Anderson and Kim Novak alongside indie talents at this year's American Film Festival. FRANCE 24's Genie Godula brings us the highlights of the opening weekend, as Michael Angelo Covino's "Splitsville" kicks off proceedings, starring Dakota Johnson and Kyle Marvin. We also hear more about Kristen Stewart's and Scarlett Johansson's directorial débuts and the retrospectives providing insight into American film icons. Plus tributes pour in from the world of music, fashion and movies following the death of designer Giorgio Armani.
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'Grand monsieur': Legendary fashion designer Giorgio Armani stayed true to his vision, never wavered
Giorgio Armani built one of the most iconic fashion empires of the last half century. With his passing, the world bids farewell to a visionary whose name became synonymous with elegance, innovation, and soft power. His legacy lives on in a brand that remains deeply entwined with his identity. It was a "family affair". To reflect on Armani’s remarkable journey and enduring influence, FRANCE 24’s Mark Owen and Eve Jackson are joined by acclaimed Paris-based author and journalist Dana Thomas. A leading voice in fashion journalism, Ms. Thomas followed Armani’s career closely for 35 years, enjoying rare, unfettered access to the designer and his world. She documented pivotal moments, including his ambitious expansion into China, and featured him in her acclaimed New York Times bestseller, "Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Luster".
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Tears and applause: Gaza tragedy recreated in film that stuns Venice
In this episode of arts24, we begin at the Venice Film Festival, where a harrowing film about a five-year-old girl killed during an Israeli assault on Gaza, entitled "The Voice of Hind Rajab", received a 23-minute standing ovation. Directed by Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania and executive produced by Brad Pitt, Joaquin Phoenix and others, the film uses real phone recordings to reconstruct the child's final moments, leaving audiences visibly shaken and critics calling it the most urgent entry of the festival.
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Gretchen Rubin on the keys to adulthood and better living
In this edition of Entre Nous we speak to author Gretchen Rubin. Her latest book "Secrets of Adulthood" came out earlier this year. The number one New York Times bestselling author of "The Happiness Project" and "Better Than Before" also hosts the "Happier with Gretchen" podcast. We asked her about adulthood and how to make our adult lives that little bit easier.
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George Clooney, Emma Stone and Jude Law set Venice alight
The 82nd Venice Film Festival got underway with a constellation of stars on its red carpet, as Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield attended the premiere of "After the Hunt", directed by Luca Guadagnino. Film critic Emma Jones tells us why she was impressed by Yorgos Lanthimos's "Bugonia", starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemmons. We also discuss the French-made political intrigue "The Wizard of the Kremlin", with Jude Law playing Vladimir Putin himself. And politics were ever-present at this year's Mostra, with Venice4Palestine protests and Kaouther Ben Hania's powerful docu-drama "The Voice of Hind Rajab", which is set in Gaza.
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Vogue appoints Chloe Malle as editor, succeeding fashion doyenne Anna Wintour
Anna Wintour ended weeks of fashion-world speculation Tuesday by tapping Chloe Malle to succeed her as head of editorial content at Vogue's American edition, although Wintour will retain her role as the glossy magazine's global editorial director.
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Argentine couple wins final of tango salon category in the Tango World Championship
Argentines Diego Ortega and Aldana Silveyra win the top prize in the Saloon Tango Style category at the World Tango Championship Final held at the Gran Rex theatre in Buenos Aires. FRANCE 24's Eliza Herbert reports.
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Love, laughter & algorithms: Comedy couple Markus Birdman & Malinda Mukuma light up Paris
They met on Instagram during lockdown – now they're roasting each other live on stage. Meet stand-up duo Markus Birdman and Malinda Mukuma, whose comedy show "Algorithm and Blues" brings fearless comedy, personal storytelling and cheeky banter to Paris's Chez Georges venue. From "Britain's Got Talent" to punchlines about strokes, names and love, no topic is off-limits. The duo join Eve Jackson on this edition of arts24.
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DJ and producer Jeff Mills on musical freedom, his love of France and embracing AI
This week, arts24 welcomes one of Detroit's finest: DJ and producer Jeff Mills, who is taking part in the latest edition of Paris's "Jazz à la Villette" festival as part of Tomorrow Comes The Harvest, a collective he created with the late Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen. He tells Marjorie Hache about performing live alongside the legendary Sun Ra Arkestra and their future album "The Forbidden Planet" that will be out in 2026. They also look at new releases by David Byrne, The Hives and Suede.
