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Film show: Hearts melt in Anthony Chen's 'The Breaking Ice'

Set amid the snowy mountains of northern China, "The Breaking Ice" follows three young people over the course of several days as they form a brief and life-changing friendship. It's the latest film from Singaporean director Anthony Chen, whose first feature "Ilo Ilo" won the Camera d'Or at Cannes in…

France 24 · Nov 1, 2023

‘Tap into free training’: five expert tips to help small businesses punch above their weight

Starting out in business? It’s important to be able to access digital schemes and network with fellow entrepreneurs

The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023

Hollywood strikes tone down the glamour at Venice Film Festival

Film critic Emma Jones brings us highlights from the 80th edition of the Venice Film Festival. The strong lineup of potential Oscars contenders included Sofia Coppola's Priscilla Presley biopic and Yorgos Lanthimos's genre-defying "Poor Things", starring Emma Stone. Still, Emma reports that "La Mostra" felt somewhat less glamorous this year,…

France 24 · Sep 8, 2023

Cannes 2023: Historical drama 'Jeanne du Barry' opens festival's 76th edition

The 76th Cannes Film Festival opens this Tuesday with French director Maïwenn's historical drama "Jeanne du Barry". The film tells the story of the mistress of French king Louis XV, starring Maïwenn in the title role and Johnny Depp as Louis XV. Film critic Emma Jones tells us more about…

France 24 · May 16, 2023

The packed out community café run by primary school children

Don't be fooled by the sweet name and young age of the employees- this cafe is a serious operation.

Wales Online · May 14, 2023

20 business win share of £150,000 grant

In the application, small business owners had to demonstrate a clear plan for growth

Wales Online · May 11, 2023

Film show: 'Dungeons and Dragons: Honour Amongst Thieves', the new fantasy blockbuster

From the big family fantasy blockbuster "Dungeons and Dragons: Honour Amongst Thieves" to this week's big French-language release, "Les Âmes sœurs" or "Soul Mates" by André Téchiné, which stars Benjamin Voisin and Noémie Merlant as siblings with a secret in their past, critic Emma Jones speaks to Eve Jackson about…

France 24 · Apr 12, 2023

Victims learn to forgive in French film 'All Your Faces'

How do you pardon someone who has done you immeasurable harm? French director Jeanne Herry's latest film "All Your Faces" asks this question and delves into the complexities of the restorative justice process and the question of how to forgive someone who has caused immeasurable harm. Through the collision of…

France 24 · Mar 29, 2023

TV presenter whose 'boobs are so big they honk the horn' shares car selfie

Emma Louise Jones is a fan favourite and shared a car selfie.

Irish Mirror · Mar 8, 2023

'Empire of Light': Sam Mendes takes us on nostalgic trip to the cinema

British director Sam Mendes takes a stroll down memory lane, conjuring up the magic of cinema and the healing power of friendship in "Empire of Light", starring actress Olivia Coleman. Film critic Emma Jones tells us why the film deserved more attention at the awards ceremonies. We also discuss Michael…

France 24 · Mar 1, 2023