France In London .com - Newsletter 108: Anglo-French London

15th April

Dear France in London visitor,

France In London, The essential guide for everything French in London, is happy to send you its newsletter number 108.


A Point of Law
	Anglo-French Divorces Do you know what would happen?
	Have you moved to England from France and are you in a relationship, whether married, civil partnership or unmarried? Here are some facts you may need to know if your relationship breaks up, or you might simply be interested in finding out about the subject...just in case. More information


Film releases
	Persepolis Released on 25th April
	Persepolis is the poignant story of a young girl coming-of-age in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. It is through the eyes of precocious and outspoken nine year old Marjane that we see a people's hopes dashed as fundamentalists take power - forcing the veil on women and imprisoning thousands. Persepolis won a number of awards including the Jury Prize at last year's Cannes Film Festival and this year, it was also nominated for the Oscar for the best animated feature film. Do not miss this amazing film. More information

	Private Property Released on 18th April
	Following in the footsteps of the Dardenne brothers, director Joachim Lafosse tells a story of the disintegration of a family, where an unresolved parental rivalry brings painful consequences. Isabelle Huppert plays a woman struggling to rebuild her life against her sons’ will. More information


Fashion
	Spring Fashion and Accessories What should you be looking for?
	With temperatures rising and the first sunny days of 2008, it's time to review this Spring’s trends. When it comes to clothes, this season fashion look is definitely 1970, with the reappearance of high-waisted, wide leg trousers and bright denims... More information


Theatre
	Marguerite From 7th May to 1st November 2008 @ The Theatre Royal Haymarket
	Marguerite is the beautiful and notorious mistress of a high ranking German officer. Armand is a young musician half her age who falls obsessively in love with her. Their dangerous love story is played out against the background of Occupied Paris. Have recognised the story? Yes, Alexandre Dumas's 'La Dame aux Camelias' has been transposed to Paris during the 2nd World War. Tickets: £23-£63.50 More information


CD release
	Mina Agossi's New Album - Simple Things Released on 12th May 2008
	Mina has always been one to push boundaries and this album transcends more musical frontiers with a spellbinding collection of brand new originals and surprising new takes on a variety of familiar songs, all delivered in inimitable Agossi style. Price: £14.99 More information


Sport
	Toulouse vs London Irish @ Twickenham Saturday 26th April 2008 @ 15:00
	Heineken Cup Semi-Final Toulouse will face London Irish in the semi-final of the Heineken Cup at Twickenham after a convincing 41-17 victory over Cardiff Blues Sunday 6th April. Tickets: £20- £40 More information


Politics
	London Mayor Elections 1st May 2008
	Don't forget to register before 16th April 2008! To be eligible to vote, you just have to be either a British, Commonwealth or an EU citizen aged 18 or over and to be living in London. Your vote counts. More information


Book Signing
	Marc Levy signs his latest book @ The French Book Shop Thursday 8th May from 4.30pm to 8pm
	Toutes ces choses qu'on ne s'est pas dites, Robert Laffont Il s’agit de l’histoire d’un père disparu qui surgit dans la vie de sa fille. Le lecteur va ainsi pénétrer au cœur d’une conversation entre les deux personnages et voyager de New York à Berlin en passant par Montréal. Sortie du film en France le 15 mai. Soyez un des premiers à le lire. More information


Books
	The April Book Selection By the French Bookshop
	The French Bookshop has given us this month a very comprehensive selection with something for everyone, from Marc Levy's latest novel to A. Spiegelman latest comic book. More information


On the grapevine
	Fête de la Musique 21st June 2008
	This year, 21st June happens to fall on a Saturday. This means that the event which until now had been relatively low key in South Kensington, will be considerably larger than in the past. Exhibition Road will be closed for the day. Make sure to keep the day free to enjoy all the free concerts taking place around the area. More information

	Ciné Lumière Closing for 6 Months From July 2008
	Ciné Lumiere at the French Institute will be closing its doors for six months to enjoy a full renovation programme designed to improve your overall viewing experience. More information


Miscellaneous
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