From the scandal of the film blacklist to the latest financial investigation into a French politician, via an exciting new biopic and the right to beauty in our cities, Inside France looks at the latest news and talking points from France.
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Updated: Sat 23 May 2026 12:01 CET
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From the scandal of the film blacklist to the latest financial investigation into a French politician, via an exciting new biopic and the right to beauty in our cities, Inside France looks at the latest news and talking points from France.
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