Cinema
5 Films That Bring the French Riviera to Life
La Côte d’Azur, known as the French Riviera in English, is known worldwide for its stunning beaches and charming villages. But, before it became a…
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A Rainy Day at the MFA: The Boston French Film Festival
The French have a different relationship to cinema than Americans. Going to the movie theater is a more common occurrence on a free afternoon. In…
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4 Films to Fall in Love with French Fashion
Since I was very young, I’ve been passionate about fashion. I loved buying new clothes for my Barbies and would often personalize them to match…
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(French) Love is in the air
With Valentine’s Day in a few weeks, there’s no better time to celebrate the timeless love stories that have shaped French culture. France has long…
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Paris: The City That Taught Me How to Dream
“Paris is always a good idea,” whispers Audrey Hepburn to the stiff yet strangely alluring Humphrey Bogart. This famous line is from the film Sabrina…
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Summer through French film
As we reach the rainy middle of July in Boston, I find myself drawn to my old favorite French films about summertime. I can sit…
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The FL staff's favorite holiday movies
This holiday season, the French Library staff shares their favorite winter break french movies with you! Enjoy! Fabrizio - Le Père Noël est une ordure…
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Why you should watch "Standing Up" on Netflix
“Standing Up” (Drôle) has been on Netflix since March 2022, and if you haven’t already watched it, I highly recommend you check it out. Created…
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Comedy Scenes Every Francophile Should Know - Part 2
Click here if you missed part 1! #6 - Le Père Noël est une ordure (Jean-Marie Poiré, 1982) Pierre is a snobby volunteer at a…
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Comedy Scenes Every Francophile Should Know - Part 1
Have you ever felt left out of an inside joke? Have you ever nodded along awkwardly during a conversation you didn’t know the cultural reference…
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