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Andrea Elalouf

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Let Them Eat Cake

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Reviewing the recipe for Ma Part du Gateau from Cinemania 2011

by Andrea Elalouf
30.11.2011

With the recent European economic crisis taking a sudden spin for the worse (France being no exception), much of the recently concluded Cinemania Festival’s politically and socially minded programming has struck as particularly relevant, groundbreaking and…clairvoyant?

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FESTIVAL CITY

French Film Mania

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Cinephiles and audiences of all kinds are sure to be delighted with the eclectic yet politically-minded programme of films at this year's Cinemania

by Andrea Elalouf
07.11.2011

With the initial goal of spreading the gospel of French cinema to Montreal’s Anglophone community, the Cinemania film festival has, since its inception in 1995, helped popularize France’s film industry in our fair city and beyond – countering the common belief that the French seventh art belongs only in dusty repertoire theatres.

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EVENTS

Nerds Unite!

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Fans freak out over Adam West, Buffy baddies, and the Batmobile at Montreal Comiccon

by Andrea Elalouf
30.09.2011

Two weekends ago, Place Bonaventure was turned in to the mecca of science fiction, fantasy, comic book, film and TV culture; prompting self-proclaimed fanboys and girls to come out in drones, dressed up and ready to geek out over celebrity panelists, really cool toys and…the Batmobile! Excited shrieks rang through the concrete halls – Montreal [...]

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Of Butterfly Kisses and Standing Ovations

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Un Baiser Papillon and Hasta La Vista celebrate life and love at the Montreal World Film Festival

by Andrea Elalouf
26.08.2011

The Festival des Films du Monde is often criticized for its overwhelming programming, at times susceptible to causing a slight headache while looking at the catalogue. What to choose? But with the 35th edition well underway, many excellent films have come out of the woodwork, making the festival as exciting and cutting edge as ever.

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Quebec Fashion Shines Through the Ages

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Festival Mode & Design highlights the best of la belle province through timeless and avant-garde fashion

by Andrea Elalouf
08.08.2011

It’s Friday evening and the sweltering heat has not stopped Montreal’s fashionistas from hitting the pavement in their strappy sandals and flowy summer dresses. Hundreds of people are crowding the blocked off Sainte Catherine with shopping bags in hand; dozens of allied stores such as Guess and Forever XXI are offering special discounts for the [...]

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And Now for the Rough Stuff

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Jimmy Carr’s “Laughter Therapy” brings some good old-fashioned vulgarity to Just For Laughs

by Andrea Elalouf
26.07.2011

While The Nasty Show may usually take the crown for the most offensive show at Just For Laughs, British comedian Jimmy Carr’s latest, “Laughter Therapy,” could very well be a top contender for the title this year.

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All that glitters is comic gold

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Danny Bhoy’s “Wanderlust” lights up the Just For Laughs Festival

by Andrea Elalouf
23.07.2011

Strong from a year-long world tour, Scottish comedy wunderkind Danny Bhoy once again graces Montreal’s Just For Laughs with “Wanderlust,” a sharp and effortless show that will take you wandering back to Scotland, back in time, and back to those little memories that always manage to make you laugh.

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France’s new Leading Man

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In concert at Les FrancoFolies, Montrealers get a taste of film composer and singer Alex Beaupain's spin on classic French pop

by Andrea Elalouf
14.06.2011

There is something highly intriguing about musician Alex Beaupain’s arrival on the French music scene. Lyricist, singer, composer, Beaupain is one of a few musical artists to have started a career composing for film, and not just any kind of film: musicals.

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French coups de coeur

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The Rover helps Montreal festivalgoers make up their mind at Les Francofolies de Montréal

by Andrea Elalouf
10.06.2011

It’s safe to say summer is officially in full swing, and with it finally comes the time to take in some music in the open spaces of downtown Montreal. While the Fringe has already taken over much of the Plateau, in centre-ville Les Francofolies de Montréal are getting geared up to really kick start the [...]

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