A couple of actors who just play distraught lovers: a young suicidal singer, a depressed writer, a tyrannical dancer, a technician gruff and extravagant spectator.

All worlds and all the feelings come together during the Festival d'Avignon. This is a tragicomedy about the whims of love, creation and meteorology.

French version with English subtitles.

The animation studio of Phare Ponleu Selpak "1000 Hands" was established in 2007. A minute of animation movie corresponds to several weeks of work.

This exhibition invites you to discover the secrets of the making of a 2D animated film.

In the media library of the Institut Francais.

In 1971 the Rolling Stones departed the UK to take up residence in France as tax exiles. Keith Richards settled at a villa called Nellcôte in Villefranche-sur-Mer. This became the venue for the recording of much of the band’s masterpiece “Exile On Main Street”.

The docu STONES IN EXILE (2010, 61 mins, English) by Stephen Kijak is pure rock 'n roll. It tells the story in the band’s own words and through archive footage of their time away from England and the creation of this extraordinary double album, which many regard as the band’s finest achievement.

From 8.30PM acclaimed US rock musician and “Stones-fan” Conrad Keely (Trail of Dead) will spin his favorite tunes.

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXcqcdYABFw

A selection of movies from the Annecy International Animated Film Festival (France), the animation studio «1000 hands» of Phare Ponleu Selpak (Cambodia) , O3D ASIA (Cambodia) and the Ecole Pivaut (France) will offer an overview of animated short movies from all over the world. In partenship with CITIA and O3D ASIA.

Vines were first introduced to South America by the great Spanish Conquistadors during the Age of Discovery in the 15th century. We too will explore this New World region and drink the very best wines of Chile, Argentina and Uruguay, including white Torrontes and Viognier and red Malbec and Carmenere. Together, with the speaker leading the way on each, we will taste a total of 6 very exciting wines.

Tickets are $10 and and please email pelicanwine@yahoo.com or text 012 930 864 to reserve tickets as places are limited.

The Living Room does great food so is a perfect option for eating beforehand.

146 min - Drama | War |

Young Albert enlists to service in WWI after his beloved horse, Joey, is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and across Europe as the war rages on.

Spielberg has been playing some of his old tricks in "War Horse", but after all these years they still work like a charm and a wonderful motion picture is the outcome. This will be another Spielberg classic to remember in years to come.

Back in old days of "Saving Private Ryan", it was Tom Hanks saving Private Ryan. This time it is a horse. "War Horse" tells the story of a destined encounter, and a later breathtaking journey across beautifully displayed landscapes. It is a story about the bravery of a young man who embarks on an odyssey to look for his lost horse.

This is indeed a war movie, and is definitely one of the greatest and most memorable ones I have seen about War World I (since most films go for WWII). But it is not only about the raging war of course. You'd expect more than that from one of the all-time favorite directors. And I can ensure you "War Horse" does not disappoint. It may not be as touching and tears-generating as the good old "ET" and "Saving Private Ryan", but it is certainly an excellent addition to Spielberg's career.

Aside from the story, the cinematography is incredible, and it has to be one of the best of the year. The score is also surprisingly good. I was pretty worried that this would somehow get "snubbed" by the Academy with all the strong frontrunners going on right now but I am quite affirmative now that this has the potential and chances to grab a number of nods.

Go watch "War Horse" if you've always enjoyed Spielberg's movies (except Super 8, let's all just forget about that one). It is indeed his style you will find in this film. It is an adventure for everyone to look forward to and one that is rewarding in the end.

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRf3SfeMRD4

On the occasion of the official opening of The Insider Gallery at the Intercontinental Hotel in Phnom Penh, we are proud to present in cooperation with Sa Sa Bassac Gallery a thought-provoking art exhibition entitled FutureBuild by Khmer artist Kong Vollak.

This exhibition will run from February 2 to the 26th on our Mezzanine, on the 2nd floor.

Come and discover a collection of drawings showing us not only fictional and fanciful cityscapes, but also illusory shapes and elemental constructions. Using charcoal and ink, Kong's vibrant and ominous drawings intend to create a feeling of uncertainty, wonder, pleasure in the viewer.

Ensuring you get an "In the Know" experience.

The highly experienced Kate Liana will be your core strengthening training (pilates) teacher for one hour, every Tuesday and Thursday at 6.30am AND 12.30am.

Classes take place in the air conditioned room of The Flicks Community Movie House on Street 95 (between Str 310 and 360) and costs only $5 per hour.

Please sign up for your desired class(es) through the website at www.theflicks-cambodia.com/classes.php as we can only have a maximum of 10 participants per class.

Sign up at and leave from the Velkommen backpackers at 4.30pm. Fare is only $6.00 (includes return tuk tuk ride to port, 1 free beer on board boat and 1 free beer back at Velkommen backpackers).

In a coded manner, Ben Thynal looks at the selfish nature of human relationships from the familial to the religious. By referring to his “family” Thynal immediately suggests something intimate and personal, but alludes to society as a whole. Unapologetically, he discards the “politically correct” view and looks critically at how families often manipulate and exploit each other for personal gain, the pretense of religious rituals and even the abuse of corruption.

“When even one person acts selfishly, it hurts everyone,” Thynal explains.

One painting, titled “Immoral,” depicts a mother with long snake-like arms trying to catch children out of the air while a “thought bubble” is filled with playing cards. The mother preys upon her own children to make money that she only wastes by gambling. Another shows a tightly wound group of people trapped in a circular formation—their smiling faces purposely misleading when paired with the title “Monster Family.” In “Balance” several intertwined figures that represent a network of self-serving individuals fill an egg-like shape that balances on another small egg and small red circle resting precariously on a thin line.

In each of the paintings, the cartoon-like figures belie the menacing subject and hint at the contradiction between one’s inner nature and the external expression.

Thynal, part of the new generation of outspoken and critical artists, has explored several themes that are socially-focused including landmines, the environment and the aftermath of the Khmer Rouge. He works as an art teacher at Mith Samlanh, one of the leading NGOs working with vulnerable youth and their communities. He graduated from Phare Ponleu Selpak (Battambang) in 2006 and his work has been exhibited in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. This will be his second solo show.

Viewing hours: every day 7am – 10pm

“The Illusion of Permanence” - Reflecting on Cambodia as it emerges from years of broken infrastructure and into a new economic and social future, Sallyanne Morgan’s sculptures are an observation of current lives and past traditions with an underlying uncertainty for what may yet come.

During times of change, we often turn to familiar customs and as an artist Sallyanne looks at the different symbols and rituals that define and guide the individual through this process.

Viewing hours: every day 7am – 10pm

Cambodian Living Arts brings the weekly The Children of Bassac performance at the National Museum, every Thursday.

Led by Master Ieng Sithul, one of Cambodia’s most well-known traditional singers and performers, The Children of Bassac are a dynamic group of young dancers who come from Phnom Penh’s Bassac slum area.

Ticket price: $18/person, $15/person for 10 or more, $10/person for children under 12

All of the proceeds go to these young artists and the master artists who teach the group.

Phnom Penh's first ever "Not So Average Quiz, Not For The Faint Hearted" and "brought as a show, not just some random questions readout" according to the media. Five rounds with 10 general knowledge questions and 2 fascinating music rounds.

Participate for $2 a person, max 4 pers per competing team. 50% of the pot goes to the winning team, 2nd place gets tickets for The Flicks, 3rd place gets a voucher for 25% of anything you drink on one day at The Local 2 and the losing team... well they get to eat a plate of onion rings only.

If you don't know a right answer and your wrong answer is funny enough (judge decision), the entire team wins a round of shooters.

But remember, the quiz master is always right.

Ladies Night, Ladies Glam it Up! Top-40, Diva’s, Cheesy Pop Tunes, Song Playlist Requests taken for Ladies all night… with DJ Cool Sam. Oh, baby!

Oh yes it's Ladies Night !! DANCE/ HIP HOP / RNB Every Thursday 10pm till very late our residents Khmer DJ's will make your night memorable!! Free entrance. Free frozen cocktail for Ladies.

Shameless! at Pontoon with the Digital Punks and The Phnom Penh Pussycat Dolls. An exuberant wild night of entertainment, sexual freedom, creative expression and partying Hard! Join the beautiful people. Thursday is the New Saturday with Shameless!

Attitude Free and LGBT friendly.

The artist Mea Sokhorn presents a work consisting in many colorful paintings while, at the center, a thick volume of paintings on each other flattens, so that these art works are transformed into a single one. Through this installation, he gives us a his contradicting view on art.

Open from 8am to 6pm.

Through his use of color, Em Riem renews, with brilliance, his artistic expression, whose eclecticism constantly nourishes his style, which skillfully mixes the creative freedom of the painter with the formal rigor of the designer.

Viewing hours: 11am - 7pm.

The Halo of the Omnipresent Eye by Than Sok is a solo exhibition presenting interactive sculptures and installations through which the artist seeks to provoke questions around the practice of monetary alms-giving in Cambodia while playfully drawing connections between the roles of monastics and artists.

Although some monks commit to permanent vows, monkhood in Cambodia is traditionally considered a right of passage in which young males are expected to serve temporary terms intended as merit-building activities for parents. Due in part to a shift in almsgiving practices in which laity replace food with cash offerings - a practice antagonistic to precepts meant to prevent monks from indulgences including the handling of money - many young men can now consider monkhood as an opportunity to escape poverty, relocate to urban centers, participate in secular education, and are seen as participating in laic life before disrobing. Still, alms remain a central practice and symbol of the sangha, or Buddhist community, and provide the opportunity for givers to earn merit for a better rebirth.

The Halo of the Omnipresent Eye stages the artist’s own alms scenarios in the gallery. To Give Is To Receive I and II (2012) reconfigure materials and forms used in exchanges between monks and laity. The pair of alms stations are presided over by representational halos associated with divine knowing – a reminder that intention, the source of good or bad action, which is invisible, is “visible” via its karmic effect.

Than Sok (born 1984, Takeo) investigates religious and spiritual beliefs, materials, and rituals through sculpture, installation, video and performance. Than graduated from Reyum Art School (2005), Reyum Workshop (2007) and is currently studying architecture.

Opening Hours: Thurs/Fri 2-6pm, Sat/Sun 10am-6pm Location: SA SA BASSAC #18 2nd Floor, Sothearos Boulevard Web: www.sasabassac.com