Billie Eilish Headlining Climate Concert at Eiffel Tower

FILE - This Nov. 2, 2019 file photo shows singer Billie Eilish at the 2019 LACMA Art and Film Gala in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
FILE - This Nov. 2, 2019 file photo shows singer Billie Eilish at the 2019 LACMA Art and Film Gala in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
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Billie Eilish Headlining Climate Concert at Eiffel Tower

FILE - This Nov. 2, 2019 file photo shows singer Billie Eilish at the 2019 LACMA Art and Film Gala in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
FILE - This Nov. 2, 2019 file photo shows singer Billie Eilish at the 2019 LACMA Art and Film Gala in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)

Billie Eilish, Lenny Kravitz and Jon Batiste are headlining a concert aimed at building awareness around climate at the foot of the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Thursday.

The concert, organized by NGO Global Citizen, features on the sidelines of an international summit launched by President Emmanuel Macron, said AFP.

Artists H.E.R. and Eilish's brother Finneas are also on the bill for the free show at the Champ de Mars below the Parisian landmark.

The venue hosted a previous Global Citizen concert in 2021 with Elton John and other huge stars that also had parallel concerts in several cities around the world.

Eilish, 21 and a seven-time Grammy winner, is known for her environmental advocacy.

She has given up the use of private jets and during her 2022 "Happier Than Ever" tour, she set up "eco villages" to encourage recycling, voter-registration and provide information on environmental groups.

Thursday's concert, titled "Power our Planet: Live in Paris", seeks to build pressure for a "new global financial pact".

It wants rich countries to keep promises for climate-related funding to poorer nations, reform development banks to focus on the environment, and get commitments from large polluting companies to move towards net-zero emissions.

"Crises are multiplying and the number of those who place their hope in peace and multilateralism will only grow if we, as a global community, demonstrate that we are there to help the most vulnerable," Macron said in a statement.

The stars will perform a series of short sets for around 20,000 spectators who won a lottery for free tickets.

It will also be broadcast online via multiple sites.

Actresses including Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh will also be present to speak during the event.

 

 



Korean Film Week Kicks Off in Riyadh as Film Commission Launches Art Cinema Initiative

Korean Film Week Kicks Off in Riyadh as Film Commission Launches Art Cinema Initiative
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Korean Film Week Kicks Off in Riyadh as Film Commission Launches Art Cinema Initiative

Korean Film Week Kicks Off in Riyadh as Film Commission Launches Art Cinema Initiative

The Saudi Film Commission launched an initiative aimed at empowering art cinema, emphasizing its significant role in promoting culture and developing creators’ skills. The initiative includes a series of local and international workshops and cinematic events designed to foster creative expression and convey profound cultural messages, extending beyond the scope of traditional commercial films.

Domestically, 27 trainees benefited from ten diverse workshops organized by the Film Commission, in collaboration with 11 entities in Jeddah. Additionally, the commission conducted workshops in Berlin, where 11 trainees engaged with various cinema organizations, gaining insights into the latest cinematic trends. The workshops are part of efforts to ensure the sustainability of art cinema by creating a platform to support local talents and foster collaboration among filmmakers.

As part of this initiative, Korean Film Week debuted in Riyadh, running from January 19 to 23 at Cinehouse. Supported by the Film Commission, the event offers a unique cinematic experience, showcasing the richness of Korean culture and boosting cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and South Korea.

Audiences can enjoy screenings of acclaimed Korean films such as “Cobweb” and “Parasite”. Additionally, engaging dialogue sessions will focus on topics such as "The Global Appeal of Korean Cinema" and the impact of Korean culture on cinema. Seminars featuring film directors and international experts will further promote understanding, interaction, and cultural communication.

These initiatives reflect the Film Commission's commitment to broadening the scope of Saudi cinema and creating new opportunities for creators and filmmakers to showcase their work. By doing so, the commission aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global hub for cinematic excellence and cultural collaboration.