Monthly Archives: February 2010

Un Prophete, Gran Torino Win at 2010 César Awards

Jacques Audiard’s Godfatheresque prison drama “Un Prophete” (A Prophet) won big Saturday night at France’s version of the Oscars, taking home nine of its record tying thirteen nominations for the coveted César Awards. Here’s the list of winners for Un … Continue reading

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Director Spotlight-Jean-Pierre Jeunet

Chances are you’ve seen at least one of his movies. As a director Jean-Pierre Jeunet is the man behind Delicatessen (1991), The City of Lost Children (1995), Alien Resurrection (1997),  Amélie (2001), A Very Long Engagement (2004), and the soon … Continue reading

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The Dangers of French Film

An unintended but not unexpected consequence of running this website is that it makes me want to go back to France now. Traveling via cinema, at least for me, is a second-best option, and some days I prefer to remember … Continue reading

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