A Prophet by Jacques Audiard has been compared to the Godfather which might explain why the Barbican was packed with eager viewers.

The story of how a very young Malik  (Tahar Rahim) enters a very tough French prison and by the time he leaves has becomes a gangster kingpin is certainly unusual. In the meantime we learn a bit about prison life, Corsican gangsters and how being a human chameleon can aid survival.

However I was strangely unmoved by the end of it though others have found it a great film: I prefer The Beat That My Heart Skipped.

Yes, you read that right - many French people agree that Corsica is a great place for a holiday. Very varied landscape, beaches, hills, water, lots of outdoor activities - but you need a car.

Sea and harbour in Corsica

I had some French friends here recently  who said that they enjoyed their holiday in Corsica so much last year that they are going back this year.

I also read in Le Point something similar that the French who go to Corsica once always go back - its a hidden gem.

Don’t believe me though have a look at these from a friend of mine Stephanie who comes from Corsica

http://www.flickr.com/photos/tags/ocagnano

http://www.wayfaring.info/2008/05/23/corsica-france/

http://www.yachtchartersmagazine.com/node/290568