Difficulty:
Beginner
France
In the wake of a deadly terrorist attack on a Coptic church in Alexandria, Egypt on New Year’s Day, many Coptic Christians are worried about celebrating Christmas (observed on January 6) as openly as they would like. Here is how a gorgeous Coptic church in Marseille is handling the situation.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France
Who says that old people don’t know how to party? This event, organized by a local Lions Club, brought together a number of senior citizens for a day of dancing, schmoozing, and even romance.
Difficulty:
Newbie
France
At a demonstration of immigrants and homeless people in Paris, this woman sings a catchy little tune that shows her sentiments toward President Nicolas Sarkozy.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
Interviewees on the streets of Paris protest the banning of the burqa in public places in France and offer their perspectives on this controversial issue.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France
Let's talk about love! People share their insights on what love really is. Is it infatuation, self-sacrifice, an adventure, or a journey?
Difficulty:
Newbie
France
Joanna shows us her tiny but surprisingly compact apartment. Her kitchen fits in a cupboard, and she has to climb a ladder to her cozy bedroom.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
The Brigade Activiste des Clowns (Clown Activist Brigade) has some revolutionary ideas for French politics. Among them are auctioning off the Senate, instituting nationwide illiteracy, and gradually enforcing the British system of driving on the left. Proper spelling is optional.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France
The French Socialist Party held its second Fête de la rose (Rose Festival) in June 2011, thirty-three years after its first. The festival was filled with games and speeches (and cotton candy), in preparation for the French primary elections.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
France
In June 2011, a demonstration was held in Paris to protest nuclear power. Among the demonstrators were two precocious little girls who had a lot to say on the subject. The interviewer could hardly get a word in!
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France
A reporter interviews people on the street about their dreams. The interviewees candidly share their dreams, from the classic chase nightmares to voluptuous dreams of skinny dipping in a fountain of chocolate.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France, Tunisia
Young Tunisians take to the streets on May 1 to voice their discontent about Sarkozy's inflexible stance on refugee resettlement, which many see as racist.
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France, Morocco, West Africa
Enjoy a stroll through the Python-Duvernois neighborhood fair, where a lot of activities are going on––food stands, bike rides, and much more!
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France, Morocco, West Africa
The Python-Duvernois neighborhood, in Paris's 20th arrondissement, is having a block party filled with games, music, and food. There's even a stand on alcoholism prevention, complete with beer goggles!
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France
French workers and unionists usually take to the streets of Paris on May 1st (Labor Day). This year, they are using the opportunity to voice their opinions about Sarkozy and the recent pension reform. They also celebrate past union accomplishments, and commemorate "Juillet 1963," with some interesting lyrical adaptations...
Difficulty:
Adv-Intermediate
France, Morocco, West Africa
The locals interviewed at the Python-Duvernois neighborhood fair defend the reputation of their area and compete to win a roll of paper towels (or perhaps something a little more prize-worthy).
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