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The Guardian’s Perspective on the Resurgence of French Cinema: Contemporary Concerns Shape a Renewed Interest in Historical Narratives | Editorial
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For several weeks, English-speaking film enthusiasts have been debating the merits and drawbacks of Christopher Nolan’s $250 million cinematic rendition of The Odyssey. Meanwhile, in France, this adaptation faces formidable local competition. A recent two-part biographical film about General Charles de Gaulle, highlighting his efforts to free France during World War II, has emerged as…
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Unyielding and brilliant: De Gaulle’s remarkable saga highlights the mediocrity of contemporary politics | Alexander Hurst
To what extent have we relinquished our political autonomy due to perceived limitations? This question has lingered in my mind since my visit to the ornate Grand Rex cinema in Paris last week, where I watched the first installment of “La Bataille de Gaulle.” This two-part film draws inspiration from British historian Julian Jackson’s remarkable…