Category: CINEMA
Cinema Made in Italy – 2026
A new renaissance in Italian cinema is drawing audiences back to theatres, led by a dynamic generation of filmmakers—many of them women—whose work is resonating with contemporary viewers. The Made in Italy festival returns this spring at London’s BFI Southbank, showcasing ten new films alongside a classic, and highlighting the remarkable creativity currently shaping Italy’s film industry.
Stories, Memory and Cinema
A critical roundup of highlights from London’s French Film Festival, exploring films that engage with memory, trauma, and moral ambiguity—from psychological thrillers and literary adaptations to urgent works of contemporary cinema.
Jodie Foster au cœur d’un Paris où rien n’est ce qu’il semble
Dans un Paris où rien n’est jamais tout à fait ce qu’il paraît, Jodie Foster incarne une psychiatre confrontée à une disparition suspecte et à une famille qui semble dissimuler la vérité. Avec “Vie privée”, Rebecca Zlotowski signe un thriller hypnotique où l’hypnose, le mysticisme et les secrets familiaux s’entremêlent. Une immersion captivante dans un cinéma français qui ose davantage, sublimée par la performance remarquable de Foster.
The Films That Refused to Be Forgotten
With over 247 films screened at this year’s BFI London Film Festival, only a handful left an enduring resonance—films that confronted grief, reflected our political anxieties, and celebrated cultural identity. From Benedict Cumberbatch’s most powerful performance to a revelatory Hamlet starring Riz Ahmed, this review turns to the films that go beyond awards buzz, speaking instead to the depths of the human experience.
London Film Festival 2025: Must-Watch Films
In this passionate review of the London Film Festival 2025, Bettina Gracias reflects on over twenty films ranging from heart-warming international gems to politically charged dramas and major Oscar frontrunners. She highlights the films that lingered in her memory, exploring themes of tradition, loss, migration and artistic legacy, and reveals which titles are most likely to capture audiences—and awards—over the coming year.
Tribeca 2025: Voices of Identity and Belonging Take Center Stage
The 2025 Tribeca Film Festival reaffirmed its role as a platform for powerful storytelling, spotlighting films that explored identity, belonging, and resilience. Standouts included Rebecca, a portrait of pop star Becky G; Happy Birthday, a moving debut from Egypt’s Sarah Goher; and Runa Simi, a Peruvian documentary about reclaiming Indigenous language through cinema.
HollyShorts 2025
Explore the standout short films of HollyShorts 2025, where hope, humor, and humanity collide. From heartfelt documentaries to bold fiction and animation, this year’s festival delivers unforgettable stories from emerging filmmakers worldwide.
Lisa Rose, l’actrice qui brise le silence sur l’ombre de Weinstein
Dans Too Small To Tell, Lisa Rose transforme son expérience dans l’industrie du cinéma en un cri théâtral. Avec franchise et émotion, l’actrice britannique raconte son bref passage chez Miramax, évoque Harvey Weinstein et interroge les silences imposés aux femmes.