YouTube video by ääh

Petit guide pratique pour lire le vieil anglais à voix haute : voyelles, consonnes, accent tonique, comparés aux sons du français, avec les premiers vers de Beowulf en exemple.

YouTube video by Hey, Did You See This One?

The Jane Russell vehicle was a disaster at the Premiere.

Benda Motorcycles might just have given us the greatest motorcycle name of the decade. But behind the schoolboy humour is a Chinese manufacturer producing some of the most outrageous, interesting and genuinely exciting motorcycles on the market. Could it become a serious contender in the UK?

Sofia Coppola, the acclaimed director, recently shared insights into her filmmaking process and personal influences during an interview with The Guardian. Discussing her 2003 film 'Lost in Translation,' Coppola revealed that the production was conducted in a guerrilla-style manner due to lack of permits, particularly for scenes filmed in Tokyo's Shibuya crossing and on the subway with Scarlett Johansson. She expressed relief that the crew wasn't expelled from Japan during filming, emphasizing the importance of capturing authentic moments in the city's bustling environment. Coppola also reflected on her mother's influence, noting how her mother's attention to detail and appreciation for life's beauty shaped her cinematic style. She highlighted the significance of her mother's presence on set during the making of 'Marie Antoinette,' where her mother had recorded extensive footage of the production. The director discussed the creative choices behind 'Marie Antoinette,' including the use of contemporary music to convey the youthful perspective of Marie Antoinette, a decision that initially faced criticism but later gained recognition. Coppola also shared anecdotes about working with Tim Burton on 'Frankenweenie' as a young filmmaker and her approach to capturing the essence of young women's experiences in her films, which she attributes to her mother's guidance. The interview provided a glimpse into Coppola's artistic philosophy, emphasizing the value of personal memories and the influence of family in her work.

Lost in Translation (2003) Starring: Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Giovanni Ribisi, Anna Faris, Fumihiro Hayashi. Directed by Sofia ...