The best TV shows of 2024, according to Le Monde’s critics
From 'La Mesias' to 'The Diplomat,' 'Say Nothing' to 'Latecomers,' and let's not forget 'Hippocrate,' 'Shōgun' and 'Disclaimer': Here's a list of the best TV shows journalists Audrey Fournier and…
French comédienne Sophia Aram isn’t laughing anymore
Sophia Aram was once one of France Inter's leading comedians, but in recent years, her radio segments have been more focused on her convictions than her jokes. She sees her…
‘Martha’ on Netflix: A gentle portrait of a chic badass
The documentary is particularly worth watching to discover the personality of America's first billionaire businesswoman, a print, TV and publishing star.
‘Squid Game 2,’ a season more didactic than ironic
Following the colossal success of its first season, the new episodes, available since Thursday on Netflix, add little to the glory of Hwang Dong-hyuk’s Korean series.
Tokyo’s Maison franco-japonaise, a century-old anchor of France’s cultural policy in Japan
Founded by Paul Claudel, then French ambassador to Japan, and Eiichi Shibusawa, the MFJ has been working since 1924 to promote mutual understanding.
Artist Clara Luciani or the imperative of reinvention
Since the release of 'La Grenade' in 2018, the French musician has been hard at work proving that she's not just a hit singer. After a disco-infused second album, the…
Le Monde in English’s playlist of the French hits that should have made it to the Olympics opening ceremony
Because the Paris Olympics and its opening and closing ceremonies were such big news events for Le Monde in English, we thought we would keep the magic going into the…
Huguette Caland’s visual libertinism at Galerie Mennour
The Parisian establishment is devoting an exhibition to the Lebanese artist's Parisian period, featuring drawings and paintings rarely seen until now.
Belgian pop star Angèle spreads her wings
She undoubtedly left her mark on 2024 with her captivating performance of 'Nightcall' alongside Phoenix and Kavinsky at the Olympic Games closing ceremony. The 29-year-old artist had come out of…
Mélanie Laurent: ‘I’ve never set any limits for myself’
'I wouldn't have got here if...' Every week, Le Monde interviews a public figure about a decisive moment in their life. Mélanie Laurent, actress and director, draws her strength from…
