Staff Writer Joseph Hanlon brings the paradox of the French education system to light, questioning the future of the humanities in France.

Columnist Miruna Tiberiu explores in her column ‘La Quête Queer’ queer life and culture in France. In her first instalment, she analyses perception and self-perception in Xavier Dolan’s films, and reflects on her own experiences.

The French section’s staff writer Joe Wherry reviews the ‘Fake News : Art, Fiction, Mensonge’ exposition at the Fondation EDF in Paris.

In this article, staff writer Joe Wherry writes on the famously socialist football club, the Red Star Paris FC, and explores the implications of the renovations of its Stade Bauer.

Dion Everett reflects on the bilingualism of Wes Anderson’s new film, and the way in which the oeuvre interacts with stereotypical views of the French perpetuated by blockbuster films.

In this article, staff writer Joe Wherry explores the political implications of pantheonization, with a particular focus on the recent interment of Josephine Baker.

In part II of this article, Tom Taylor explore the suburbs of Paris and the lack of integration due to its architecture.

Nimue McDowall considers what Angela Merkel’s departure from office could mean for the upcoming French presidential elections, in light of the worrying rise of extreme political views.

Tom Taylor explores how the architecture of Paris restricts the growth of the city both upwards and outwards, potentially sealing its fate as a ‘museum city’.

In this review, French Editor Margaux Emmanuel explores the questioning of identity central to the 2020 Goncourt Prize, L’anomalie by Hervé Le Tellier.

In this article, Joe Wherry discusses the politics of the “pass sanitaire” (health pass) in France, considered a “mal nécessaire” (“necessary evil”) by some, and an infringement on democratic rights by others.

Louis Brettkelly reveals the truth behind French political newcomer Éric Zemmour who has the potential to seriously rock the boat in the upcoming 2022 Presidential election.

Sophie Williams-Dunning explores the latest rift in France and Britain’s historically fraught relationship, but argues that ultimately the two countries would do well to put their differences to one side.

Louis Brettkelly explores the corruption of former French President, Nicolas Sarkozy and analyses the potentially irreparable damage caused to the Republican's presidential hopes.

French Editor Margaux Emmanuel reviews Agnès Varda’s documentary The Beaches of Agnès (2008)