Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 9:07 pm (Paris)
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Xavier Giannoli's latest film, 'Les Rayons et les Ombres,' is a critical and box office success. It has also sparked questions about its approach to the character of Jean Luchaire, a collaborator during World War II. Can a work of art take liberties with the facts, especially when dealing with such a sensitive period?
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 9:07 pm (Paris)
15 min read
Lire en français
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