Cultural Notes & Curated Finds

A personal collection of French books, films, and music that inspire me, thoughtfully selected to support your French language journey and deepen your connection with French culture.

February 12, 2026

La couleur des émotions

Why this book 
A beautiful visual book to help young children learn French through emotions and colors. Even non-readers can participate by pointing, miming, and naming feelings. It naturally encourages simple vocabulary, facial expressions, and spoken interaction making language learning playful, emotional, and accessible.

Author: Anna Llenas
Type: Illustrated children’s book (widely available via major book distributors)

Cover La couleur des émotions
February 6, 2026

La Famille Bélier

A warm and uplifting French film about a teenage girl who is the only hearing member of her family and discovers her gift for singing. The story blends humor and emotion and is easy to follow.
The language is natural and clearly spoken, which makes it especially helpful for French learners who want to improve listening comprehension through real dialogue.

Audience: Teenagers and adults
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy on major platforms such as Amazon Video and Apple TV (availability may vary by country).

Cover of the movie film La famille Bélier
January 24, 2026

“Le lac” par Julien Doré

Julien Doré is a well-known contemporary French singer appreciated for his warm voice, clear articulation, and poetic lyrics. His songs are accessible, melodic, and emotionally expressive, which makes them especially valuable for French learners. Listening to his music helps train the ear, improve pronunciation, and connect with modern spoken French through rhythm and feeling.

Portrait of the singer Julien Doré

Want to dive deeper into French culture?

These favorites are just the beginning of the journey. In my bespoke sessions, we use these cultural anchors to make your learning experience truly tangible and alive. Let’s discuss how we can integrate your personal interests into a tailor-made program.