Today we interview John Botros, comedian, cinephile and content creator. On instagram he is john.bot.ros. He recently started reviewing the cinemas of Paris and making film commentary and criticism on his channel.

Hosts Manon Kerjean and ARBL Murray (Alex Brook Lynn) chat with John about what cinemas he likes, how he thinks about filmmakers and genre, and what he thinks is special about moviegoing in theaters.

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Episode Notes:

John's favorite cinemas in Paris:

Cinematheque , La Filmothèque , Le Champo, Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé (For silent films), and Saint Germain Des Prés (Partner cinema of Lost In Frenchlation)

John's favorite French Filmmakers:

Jacque Tati FAVORITE FILMS: Monsieur Hulot's Holiday, and Playtime

• We also recommend the documentary called Playtime Story about the making of Playtime.

François Truffaut FAVORITE FILMS: The Man Who Loved Women (L'Homme qui aimait les femmes)

Louis Malle, FAVORITE FILMS: Viva Maria!, Elevator To The Gallows

Jacques Audiard, FAVORITE FILMS: The Beat My Heart Skipped, On My Lips

Claire Denis, FAVORITE FILMS: High Life, Stars At Noon

Agnes Varda, Vagabond