Ridley Scott has never been one to take kindly to harsh criticism. Now, Ridley Scott is defending his latest film, Napoleon, from Bonaparte’s home country, France.
In response to the apparent wealth of French critics targeting Napoleon, Ridley Scott seemed to take a swipe at the country as a whole, saying, “The French don’t even like themselves…The audience that I showed it to in Paris, they loved it.” Regarding negativity, the BBC cited Le Figaro’s review that said “Barbie and Ken under the Empire”, while French GQ said the moment that featured French soldiers — with clearly Americanized accents — shouting “Vive La France” was “deeply clumsy, unnatural and unintentionally funny.”
When the BBC asked Ridley Scott if he had any words about those who are actively criticizing Napoleon’s historical accuracy, the director stated, “You really want me to answer that?… it will have a bleep in it.
In response to the apparent wealth of French critics targeting Napoleon, Ridley Scott seemed to take a swipe at the country as a whole, saying, “The French don’t even like themselves…The audience that I showed it to in Paris, they loved it.” Regarding negativity, the BBC cited Le Figaro’s review that said “Barbie and Ken under the Empire”, while French GQ said the moment that featured French soldiers — with clearly Americanized accents — shouting “Vive La France” was “deeply clumsy, unnatural and unintentionally funny.”
When the BBC asked Ridley Scott if he had any words about those who are actively criticizing Napoleon’s historical accuracy, the director stated, “You really want me to answer that?… it will have a bleep in it.
- 11/19/2023
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Celebrities including Chelsea Handler and Debra Messing are reacting jubilantly to the French presidential election on Twitter, where voters have elected Emmanuel Macron.
At just 39, Macron is France’s youngest leader ever — breaking a 169-year record held by the famed French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, who took power at age 40. Thousands of people poured in the streets of Paris after polls closed on Sunday night, honking horns and celebrating.
Back in the States, Sophia Bush penned a tweet in French accompanying a photo of the winning politician, while Alyssa Milano used stronger words, tweeting, “F— you, @wikileaks. #VivelaFrance.” (Macron was hacked...
At just 39, Macron is France’s youngest leader ever — breaking a 169-year record held by the famed French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, who took power at age 40. Thousands of people poured in the streets of Paris after polls closed on Sunday night, honking horns and celebrating.
Back in the States, Sophia Bush penned a tweet in French accompanying a photo of the winning politician, while Alyssa Milano used stronger words, tweeting, “F— you, @wikileaks. #VivelaFrance.” (Macron was hacked...
- 5/7/2017
- by Katherine Richter
- PEOPLE.com
Just 105 days into his post-presidency, Barack Obama is back at it, taking the unusual (for a former U.S. president) step of weighing into a foreign election.
On Thursday afternoon, a video was made public of the former president expressing his endorsement of French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron.
The brief 1:10 video posted on Macron’s Twitter site begins with Obama expressing his gratitude for the friendship of the French people and explaining: “I’m not planning on getting involved in many elections now that I don’t have to run for office again …
“But the French election is very...
On Thursday afternoon, a video was made public of the former president expressing his endorsement of French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron.
The brief 1:10 video posted on Macron’s Twitter site begins with Obama expressing his gratitude for the friendship of the French people and explaining: “I’m not planning on getting involved in many elections now that I don’t have to run for office again …
“But the French election is very...
- 5/4/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank/Paris
- PEOPLE.com
Ladies and Gentlemen, Mesdames et Messieurs, fasten your seat belts. If you’re paying attention to the French presidential election (and you should be!), you’re in a for a bumpy two-week campaign.
The two presidential finalists selected by French voters this weekend are both mavericks, but the similarities stop there. One, is a former tax inspector turned Rothschild investment banker; the other, an outspoken European Union representative leading a campaign against that very organization.
Both Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen ran as outsiders and while the outcome of their run-off isn’t a foregone conclusion, their selection represents...
The two presidential finalists selected by French voters this weekend are both mavericks, but the similarities stop there. One, is a former tax inspector turned Rothschild investment banker; the other, an outspoken European Union representative leading a campaign against that very organization.
Both Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen ran as outsiders and while the outcome of their run-off isn’t a foregone conclusion, their selection represents...
- 4/24/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
In honor of Bastille Day, July 14, France’s independence day, here is a list of five top French Revolution films (in no particular order). Not all the films are French and not all have to do with The Revolution. but all celebrate French patriotism or the revolutionary ideals of Liberté, Égalité et Fraternité.
Oddly, there are not a lot of great French films on the Revolution, although it certainly seems a ripe subject for an epic. Still, all these are great films, in the spirit of the day. Vive La France!
Danton (1983)
The great French actor Gerard Depardieu stars as Danton, one of the early leaders of the Revolution but who fell from power as revolutionary leaders became more radical, in this excellent French film from Polish director Andrzej Wajda. It is considered one of the best films on the Revolution, but it was also a covert jab at the...
Oddly, there are not a lot of great French films on the Revolution, although it certainly seems a ripe subject for an epic. Still, all these are great films, in the spirit of the day. Vive La France!
Danton (1983)
The great French actor Gerard Depardieu stars as Danton, one of the early leaders of the Revolution but who fell from power as revolutionary leaders became more radical, in this excellent French film from Polish director Andrzej Wajda. It is considered one of the best films on the Revolution, but it was also a covert jab at the...
- 7/14/2016
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
After canceling concerts scheduled for November 14 and 15 in Paris in the wake of the terrorist attacks that took place November 13, U2 has returned to the city for an emotional set of concerts Sunday and Monday. During the performance, the names of those lost during the attacks appeared behind them in the colors of the french flag, emblazoned with the Eiffel Tower peace sign that has become the symbol of the response to the violence. According to reports, Bono shouted "Vive La France" as he walked onstage. Patti Smith, a surprise guest, also joined the band, performing "Gloria"/"Bad" and "People Have the Power." “So much that was taken from Paris on the tragic night of November 13th is irreplaceable. For one night, the killers took lives, took music, took peace of mind – but they couldn’t steal the spirit of that city,” Bono said when addressing the attacks. Monday night's...
- 12/7/2015
- by Jackson McHenry
- Vulture
Rob Lowe is defending his Twitter feed from backlash spawned by a series of tweets on Friday addressing the Paris terror attacks. “Lived in France, and spend a ton of time there. Been in that stadium. This is all so devastatingly sad for a place I love. #FrenchPrayers,” Lowe tweeted. After being criticized for earlier tweeting out “Vive La France!” the actor responded with another tweet that read, “Wow. For you trolls out there, the phrase ‘Vive La France’ is the traditional expression of Support for France. Don’t misinterpret my words.” Also Read: Rob Lowe Ripped for Paris Attack...
- 11/16/2015
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
After movies like V/H/S and The ABCs of Death, I’m all for horror anthologies abiding by a particular theme. There’s something inherently fun about such a cornucopia of treats, as different directors populate one single film with so many distinctive styles and traits – as long as the segments set the stage for such fun. I’ll always give a horror anthology a try, from Chillerama to The Theatre Bizarre, which is why I’m happy to say we’ve got an exciting anthology coming our way with Fear Paris.
Newly announced, Fear Paris will join the likes of Joe Dante (Gremlins), Xavier Gens (Hitman/Frontier(s)), and Timo Vuorensola (Iron Sky), as they explore the horrific underworld of France’s iconic capital city. Here’s the full press release, accompanied by a tonal teaser below:
The producers behind Paranormal Activity, Insidious, and The Iceman join forces...
Newly announced, Fear Paris will join the likes of Joe Dante (Gremlins), Xavier Gens (Hitman/Frontier(s)), and Timo Vuorensola (Iron Sky), as they explore the horrific underworld of France’s iconic capital city. Here’s the full press release, accompanied by a tonal teaser below:
The producers behind Paranormal Activity, Insidious, and The Iceman join forces...
- 2/4/2014
- by Matt Donato
- We Got This Covered
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