French painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir was one of the leaders of impressionism. He died on December 3, 1919 in Cagnes-sur-Mer, France. Among his works there is a dancing series called “Dance in Bougival,” featuring three couples in movement. Bougival was a suburb of Paris. A film about Renoir’s last years in Cagnes-sur-Mer and his last model/muse … More Renoir Died On a Day Like Today
A mí sí me gustó Emily en París, aunque no por eso dejo de ver y notar los clichés y la falta de realismo, y me hago la pregunta: Será que deberíamos contar mejores historias? En este video te comento porqué creo yo que a la gente no le gustó esta serie. Dime que opinas … More A mí sí me gustó Emily in Paris, pero quítenle tanto cliché
By Lupita Franco Peimbert It is late afternoon and I am at the Jardin du Luxembourg on a perfect Saturday in mid-September. Parisians, expats, and visitors alike take a stroll, sit, converse, take pictures of others and selfies, people-watch, and basically relax in one beautiful big garden. I sit down at one of the hundreds … More A Different Experience in Paris, without my Iphone!
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Masterfully played by Isabelle Huppert, Michèle is a mature woman and the head of a successful company in the video game industry, until she becomes a victim. … More Nobody Would Know What Happened, But ‘Elle’
(Francia) – El Centro Internacional de Arte Parietal de Lascaux-Montignac está a punto de ser inaugurado este 15 de Diciembre. Y ello significa que podrás ver las famosas pinturas rupestres bajo nuevas perspectivas y con más elementos para entender mejor su valor y sitio en la historia. Consideradas uno de los grandes hallazgos del siglo … More Abrirán muy pronto en Francia el nuevo centro para ver las pinturas rupestres
By Lupita Peimbert (Travel) – France is one of the most visited countries in the world. Its rich heritage and charm attracts millions of travelers year round. You may have visited Paris and the South of France already, perhaps more than one time, but I bet you wouldn’t mind visiting again, or finally going for … More Seven Secret Spots in France You May Want to Know About
(Culture) – As millions of of people around the world are celebrating on July 14 the starting of the French Revolution (1789) better known as “Bastille Day,” the French and Francophones in San Francisco are also gathering to commemorate this national holiday “La Fête Nationale”. L’Alliance Francaise of San Francisco, a hub for language, community, … More Here is one great way to celebrate Bastille Day in San Francisco.
By Lupita Peimbert (Travel) – Paris is one of the most beautiful, romantic, and interesting cities in the world, no doubt. Simply said, Paris is a circle with a river crossing in the middle and around. One can find amazing and landmarks along both sides of the Seine river, but to see all its well-known … More First Time in Paris, finally? One Visit May Not Be Enough To See It All!
By Lupita Peimbert (Cinema). A fictionalized biography about Vincent van Gogh’s last two months before his death. Director and writer Maurice Pialat shows different aspects of the artist’s life, providing a beautiful, unconcerned, nonchalant look into life in 1890’s rural France, in a small town not far from Paris. Beyond the image that most of … More The Films of Maurice Pialat: Van Gogh
By Lupita Peimbert. (Travel) – Some people keep visiting the same place year after year, and they are happy; others, keep on finding new places for that fuzzy feeling one gets when discovering something new. How about going to a beautiful, charming town in Provence, France that you have never been to but whose illustrious … More 3 Reasons to Visit Saint Rémy de Provence
There is so much to do out-there and out-doors, that Marseille is a place for hikers, nature-lovers, and those who appreciate multiculturalism. Here are 3 ideas for your next trip to France! … More Want to be Outdoors as soon as Possible? Go to Marseille.
This is the South of France. A side of the earth that gets amazing shades of golden sunlight, just because. The little stones, half mustard and half white, make it for the perfect sight, especially if one venture into the solitary beaches that surround the town of Cassis, some of them clothing-optional, steps away from … More France: The Silence of Cassis
Le Musée des Civilisations de l’Europe et de la Mediterranée – MUCEM – Marseille now has MUCEM, a new option for learning about the past, understanding the present, and perhaps envisioning the future of this jewel city by the sea. MUCEM, the initials in French for Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, stands out strong … More Experiencing the flavors of Marseille at MUCEM
A city worth visiting on your next trip to Europe. By Lupita Peimbert. Located in the South of France, Marseille reminds me of a mature woman whose beauty has been enhanced by struggle and victory. She has been seating in front of the Mediterranean for many centuries. This attractive city is like an interesting person to … More Have you been to Marseille lately?
By Lupita Peimbert. Back from the theater, I closely observe Parisians on the Metro train. Long, sad-looking faces. Some passengers appear fatigued. The handsome guy seating in front of me looks depressed, and so the beautiful woman next to him. Further back I see a young man focusing on one single point, eyes wide open. … More How to Become Parisian in One Hour!
Singer Amparo Sánchez speaks to the woman’s soul A bilingual interview and article. By Lupita Peimbert How do you convey the meaning and force of a song from Spanish into English? The power may not be in literal translation but in real communication. “Music does that” says Spanish singer Amparo Sánchez. “Music crosses frontiers, uniting … More On International Women’s Day
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