France In London .com - Newsletter 106: Easter Promises

20th March 2008

Dear France in London visitor,

France In London, The essential guide for everything French in London, is happy to send you its newsletter number 106.


Film releases
	Bienvenue chez les Ch'tis @ Ciné Lumière
	A true French phenomenon. It is official, Dany Boon's film has become the biggest French success of all time in France with over 17.5 million entries across the country. It has now put Gerard Oury's 'La Grande Vadrouille' which totalled 17.27 million entries, firmly in second place. Dany hopes that they will eventually beat Titanic with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet which achieved nearly 20.6 millions. Do not miss one of the funniest movies of the year. More information

	Mr Lonely Louise Catier Interviews Denis Lavant
	Mister Lonely is a very unusual, sometimes even strange film, which combines two stories, without apparent link between them. The first story is about a Michael Jackson impersonator (Diego Luna) who lives alone in Paris and performs in the streets to make ends meet. At a show in a retirement home, Michael falls for a beautiful Marilyn Monroe look-alike (Samantha Morton) who suggests he moves to a commune of impersonators in the Scottish Highlands. Michael discovers there Abraham Lincoln, the Queen, the Pope, Madonna and the others preparing for the commune’s first gala. More information

	Pop Goes the Revolution: French Cinema and May '68 From 12th April until 30th April
	This spring BFI examines the cultural currents around ‘les évènements’ of May ’68 via the vibrant French cinema of that era. This turning point in European film history is illustrated with seminal titles such as The Bride Wore Black (La Mariée était en noir, 1967), Weekend (1967) and William Klein’s Who Are You, Polly Maggoo? (1966). From April to June and across London, this major season explores 1968 culture, politics and thought and their legacy manifestations in cinema, visual art, literature, music and activism. 3 pairs of tickets to be won. More information

	22nd BFI London Lesbian & Gay Film Festival 27 March to 10 April 2008
	Discover some of the best new French Cinema at the 22nd London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival including François Ozon's latest film, Angel. It takes its cues from the glory days of Hollywood melodrama as Romola Garai in the title role joins Sam Neill and Charlotte Rampling in a sly critique of the fleeting nature of fame as it charts the rise and fall of a romantic novelist in the early 20th century. Price: £8.60 (concs £5.25) To Book: Call 020 7928 3232, or click here to book online Three pairs of tickets to be won. More information


Concerts
	Jean-Michel Jarre 30th March @ the Royal Albert Hall
	ELECTRONIC pioneer Jean Michel Jarre returns with another ambitious concept album in the form of Teo & Tea, a boy-meets-girl story for a modern age that mixes sensual dance music with a narrative element. Do not miss his concert in London. It is sure once again to be an amazing experience. One cannot fail to remember that Jarre has been performing since 1976 and his first album ' Oxygene' sold 60 million copies worldwide. Ticket price start from £30 More information

	Le Peuple de L'Herbe Wednesday 7th May 2008 from 7pm till 1am @ Cargo's
	This famous French Band will be performing at Cargo for one night only. This is part of the Radio Blood Tour part II. Price: £10 Adv 3 Pairs of tickets to be won. More information


Show
	Gad Elmaleh? Just great! 17th March
	After months of waiting, Gad finally showed up at the Hammersmith Apollo to give us one of his best performances ever. Over 3,500 people turned up on the night, mostly French of course. It was one of those occasions, a little like 14th July, where you could be sure to find loads of your compatriots all in party spirit. More information


In France
	60th Anniversary of the Festival d'Aix en Provence From 27th June to 23rd July 2008
	This 2008 Festival d'Aix pays tribute to the founders and all those who came after them. It bears the signs of the great moments which have thrilled hundreds of thousands of festival goers. It covers four centuries of operatic production while also scrutinising our world and its future. Rather than select "one" commemorative moment, the whole festival will be a joyful celebration, through operas, concerts, exhibitions, meetings, courses and master classes... More information


Property
	Buying in France Made Simple by International Private Finance Ltd
	If it’s your first time, purchasing a property in France can be a daunting prospect. However, the process can be simplified if you carry out extensive research and enlist the help of people who are dealing with French property transactions on a day to day basis, giving you peace of mind in the knowledge that all aspects of the purchase process will be covered For more information


Opera
	Carmen @ The Royal Opera House From 25th March to 17th April 2008
	The Spanish heat and gypsy passion of Carmen take to the stage as The Royal Opera presents the first revival of Francesca Zambello’s vibrant production with Tanya McCallin’s richly coloured designs. It’s a great stage recreation of the sun-drenched and sultry world of 19th-century Spain, with its ranks of soldiers and crowds of peasants, its gypsies and bullfighters, its spectacle and its deadly, white-hot emotions. For more information


Exhibitions
	Fafi @ The Maddox Arts Gallery 14th March until 25th April
	The French artist Fafi (born 1976, Toulouse, France) is currently participating with three works in the group exhibition 'Viva Lolita' at the London gallery Maddox Arts. The exhibition, curated by James Putnam, will be showing until 25 April. Fafi is exhibited along with 17 other artists from all other the world. Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11am-7pm, Saturday by appointment. More information


New in our directory
	Delices de Loire Directly from France
	www.delices-de-loire.com is a French based online company bringing the wines and produce of the Loire Valley to the UK. www.delices-de-loire.com has selected only the very best products from the region, including sunflower oil, colza oil, classic French aperitifs such as crème de cassis, fish pâté from the River Loire, pork and duck terrines and pâtés. They also have the unique "poires tapées" found only in the Touraine. All are hand made by local artisans using local ingredients from fully traceable sources. More information

	Psychotherapist Inès Perrin
	Clinician psychologist, based in W2, with a Bachelor degree from Paris V University. D.E.S.S (Master degree) in clinical and Pathological Psychology. Chartered Clinical Psychologist (accredited by the British Psychological Society). Psychotherapeutic follow-up for adults. More information

	The Rose Lounge At the Sofitel St James
	Opening onto the main hall, The Rose Lounge features a very feminine décor with a subtle colour scheme of pink and cream, deep wool rugs and a fifties chandelier, creating a delicate and fresh ambience complemented by stunning displays of fresh roses and the sound of a harp. Guests can come in and enjoy Le Tea en Rose and afternoon tea with French twist presented in a unique china service, designed by Bernardaud exclusively for Sofitel St James, or alternately enjoy a continental breakfast with freshly made croissants and French patisserie. More information


Miscellaneous
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