Peter Bart: Critics Heap Honors On ‘70s Movies, Celebrating Moment When Filmmakers Were Hot & Studios Were Broke

Newen Studios has upped Romain Bessi – the man credited with “piloting its international expansion” – from MD to CEO.

Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentThierry Lachkar, the former boss of Shine France, has been named CEO of ITV Studios France, whose biggest hits include local adaptations of “The Voice” and “Four Weddings.” Lachkar will be taking the helm at the label with a focus on building and growing the company, whose shows air on France’s leading broadcasters and platforms.

Thierry Lachkar, the Founder of Shine France and MD of French indie Deeply Superficial, has been named CEO of ITV Studios France.

Legendary Jazz Age performer and civil rights activist Josephine Baker made history today as the first Black woman to enter France’s hallowed Panthéon. Baker is also only the sixth woman to be honored in such a way.

Emilio Mayorga France’s Autour de Minuit, FKLG and Canal Plus are teaming to co-produce Théo Grosjean’s “Freaked Out” (“Flippé”), an animated series for adults whose first season was presented – and received an upbeat reception – at September’s Toulouse’s Cartoon Forum.The producers are currently in talks to greenlight a second season.The two-minute episode comedy series adapts “The World’s Most Anxious Man,” Grosjean’s autobiographical graphic novel, which revolves around a man’s everyday

PARIS -- The voice of Josephine Baker, speaking and singing, will resonate Tuesday in front of the Pantheon monument in Paris, where she is to symbolically be inducted — becoming the first Black woman to receive France’s highest honor.French President Emmanuel Macron made the decision in August to honor the “exceptional figure” who “embodies the French spirit,” making Baker also the first American-born citizen and the first performer to be immortalized into the Pantheon.

David Ginola is one of the contestants to compete on the latest series of I’m a Celebrity. .

Hangover actor said he was alone on the end of the subway when he felt somebody approach from behind, thinking it was a fan looking for a photo.  He said, “As I turned, I’m up against the post like it’s the French Connection or some shit, and I turned.

Last Tango In Paris is getting its own The Offer-style making of drama series.

Derry after a charitable connection to the city resurfaced. Footballing legend David Ginola has quickly become a fan favourite in this year's competition, with other celebrities fawning over him as well as hosts Ant and Dec addressing him as 'legend' at each trial contestant reveal.

One of the most anticipated films of the year was already seen earlier this year: “The Tragedy of Macbeth” by writer/director Joel Coen (going solo for the first time without Ethan Coen), made its world premiere at the New York Film Festival to much acclaim (read our review).

I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! fans were left in hysterics after mishearing David Ginola’s words of encouragement during Thursday night's show.

David Ginola is one of the contestants to compete on the latest series of I’m a Celebrity. .

One of the most anticipated films of the year was already seen earlier this year: “The Tragedy of Macbeth” by writer/director Joel Coen (going solo for the first time without Ethan Coen), made its world premiere at the New York Film Festival to much acclaim.

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Mauricio Pochettino will have to wait at least six months if he is to become Manchester United's next manager.