In the heart of the weekend, immerse yourself in the Californian sweetness of the 1970s or sit down with your family in front of “Lady and the Tramp”. And in the second part of the evening, discover the incredible “moss piglet”.
By Pauline Demange-Dilasser
Published on January 4, 2025 at 6:30 a.m.
Very sweet: “Licorice Pizza”
Cooper Hoffman and Alana Haim in the film “Licorice Pizza”. In the 1970s in California, the hippie spirit was still lurking.
Photo Melinda Sue Gordon – BRON Studios – Focus Features – Ghoulardi Film Company
In the heart of a Los Angeles suburb in 1973, Garry, 15, a high school student who doubts nothing, meets Alana, 25, a young woman who is unsure of herself. The unpredictable Paul Thomas Anderson surprises with this sweet romantic comedy that smacks of the hippie years.
At 9 p.m. on France 4. Film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson (USA / Canada, 2021). With Cooper Hoffman, Alana Haim, Sean Penn, Tom Waits. 2h10. Rebroadcast.
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“Licorice Pizza”: the improbable romantic duet by Paul Thomas Anderson
Timeless: “Lady and the Tramp”
“Lady and the Tramp”, to rewatch with the family with dogs, cats, al dente plate, checkered tablecloth and chianti-candle. Photo Walt Disney
The famous love story between Lady, a pretty dog from a good family, and Tramp, a fiery mutt without ties, has not aged a bit. To be enjoyed in front of a nice plate of spaghetti and meatballs!
At 9 p.m. on M6. Animated film directed by Hamilton Luske, Clyde Geronimi and Wilfred Jackson (USA, 1955). 1h25. Rebroadcast.
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“Lady and the Tramp”: a timeless classic to watch again with the family
Hercule boudiné : “Tardigrade, l’animal indestructible”
Tardigrades, also called water bears, are small animals measuring 0.1 to 1.5 mm. They are present all over the world, from polar regions to the deep sea. Photo CAPA Presse
Throw it into space, bring it near a nuclear reactor or subject it to extreme temperatures, and this curious creature will emerge unscathed. The tardigrade, an unusual creature known since the 18th century, is revealed in this informative scientific documentary which does not lack humor.
At 10:05 p.m. on Arte. Documentary directed by Raphaël Hitier, written with Sally Blake (France, 2024). 50 mins. Unpublished.
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“Tardigrade, the indestructible animal”: hero of this very funny documentary
And if you don’t find what you’re looking for… Check out tonight’s TV schedule. Or dig into our platform guide to find a series, film or documentary in less than five minutes on Arte.tv, Netflix, Apple TV +, MyCanal, France.tv, Disney +…
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