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🍅-approved, coffee and whisky driven culture wordsmith. Words in @NME @Metrouk @RadioTimes , @YahooentsUK , @diymagazine , @Composer_Mag @Clashmagazine etc ☕

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@VictoriousFest continues to deliver year on year and I can't recommend it enough. This year's lineup was no exception, a brilliant mix of big names and on-the-up acts. Where else do you go from Sugababes to Pixies? Full thoughts for @ClashMagazine .
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Public service announcement two Best Picture nominees Poor Things (Disney +) and American Fiction (Amazon) are now streaming ahead of tomorrow's Oscars if you haven't seen either yet both are great.
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Newsflash the delightful Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret is free on Amazon Prime at the moment. If you've not seen it is well worth a watch and still one of my faves of the year.
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@thejasvalentine We watched it at school when I was about 13/14 absolutely traumatising.
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Oppenheimer was one of the most visceral Cinema experiences I've had and easily one of Nolan's finest with an astounding set of performances especially from Murphy, Downey Jr, Damon and Blunt. Not to be missed.
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While Indy is getting mixed reviews, saying Mangold isn't Spielberg does him an incredible disservice, he's made some of the most well loved blockbusters of the past 3 decades and shown he can mix with arthouse.
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With Oppenheimer Matt Damon is on one of the hottest streaks of his career Air, Ford V Ferrari and The Last Duel. Can't wait to see what he does next.
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@kehenulo Yeah every other nominee was far more deserving than JLC.
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1 year
Well you are now looking at a Rotten Tomatoes approved critic. Not sure quite how that's happened.
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Pinnochio is a marvel on all fronts, another masterpiece from @RealGDT and all involved, heartfelt and impeccably animated. Full review to follow for @filmhoundsmag
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@YesitsAlistair Oh come off it. It's still great.
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News klaxon. I'm starting a new PR role in January but I'll still try and freelance regularly. A nice early Christmas present.
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And with Poor Things that is a wrap on my #LFF for this year. Pleasure to see so many familiar faces and meet new ones, another memorable edition for sure. Until next time.
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Absolutely bowled over to have featured in @RadioTimes on a supremely underseen series.
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The embargo for Slow Horses season 4 is now up and I can say it's another triumphant dive into Mick Herron's world delivering everything fans would want. Will be doing a fair few more bits around the show. Full series review for @screensphere .
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Rewatched Rocketman last night and both Taron and Jamie Bell deserved more awards love.
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11 months
Saw The Bikeriders, The Killer and Saltburn today. Liked Killer the most I'd say. Reviews for all 3 to follow #LFF
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11 months
It's disheartening to be trying a few publications, some of which I've written for already and get absolutely nothing back at all. Some kind of rejection or recognition would be nice not just a big fat 0. I know quite a few writers are having issues with the same titles.
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@metaplexmovies He sounds more like Richard Burton tbh. Maybe physically for the Hardy comparison?
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Well #theacolyte is a wonderful addition to the Star Wars universe, the central mystery is compelling and there are some terrific new characters, worlds and performances. Can't wait for more!! Reviewing for @flickeringmyth . Also lovely to meet @clx1re . @DisneyPlusUK @StarWarsUK .
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Hello there
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I think there's a place for all kinds of film criticism. Wouldn't it be boring if we all wrote the same way?
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2 years
My chat with Jo Yeong-wook is now live in @Composer_Mag . Great to dive into Decision To Leave's score and his wider work with Park Chan Wook.
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4 years
I think a UK made film should have a UK release before the US no ?
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First part of my interview with the Rebus series author @Beathhigh & screenwriter Gregory Burke is live in @RadioTimes with more to follow later this week. Also features more of my chat with the cast including @LucieShorthouse .
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#Rebus author Ian Rankin says reboot is "a tough watch at times"
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@douglasgrnwd Her short films are really impressive too.
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2 years
Very happy to share my interview with the incredible Alexandre Desplat in my debut for @whynowworld . Learned a great deal about his process and some specifics about Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchio. Huge thanks to @marialattila for the opportunity.
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Featuring in 2 of my fave print magazines this month and absolutely made up.
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2 years
Back in @RadioTimes looking at what The Mandalorian can learn from Andor. Treat to dive into this one.
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#TheMandalorian season 3 needs to learn some big lessons from Andor
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Tonight's in IMAX.
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Happy election day all in the UK, Independence Day to US folk and happy birthday to me.
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Zone of Interest is now on Amazon Prime (UK). A towering achievement, still gives me chills just thinking about it.
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10 months
Believe the hype around Anatomy of a Fall. It's a meticulous piece of work worthy of the awards its in the mix for. Sandra Hüller is phenomenal. Full review for @flickeringmyth .
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1 year
Birthday today and celebrating with a trip to the Asteroid City exhibition in London.
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2 years
@Afrofilmviewer Singin In The Rain La Haine Blade Runner Ikiru Sunset Blvd
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10 months
Back on @AppleTV this week. Slow Horses' 3rd season continues the show's momentum and sets it up to be another exhilarating ride. Will be covering weekly for @flickeringmyth . So far an excellent adaptation of Real Tigers.
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At tonight's special screening of #Andor @StarWarsUK . Thoughts to follow for @flickeringmyth
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2 years
Travelling back from my first in person day at LFF wonderful to catch up with so many people and meet new ones @bartonreviews @billierwalker @JoshingPrice @KestonTheo @_Neelsreeldeel @funnyoldworldx @frontage2 @thejasvalentine @inoelshikari @GavinSpoors94 and many others
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Next part of my chat with @Beathhigh is now live in @RadioTimes ahead of the new Rebus' premiere on @BBCScotland tonight & @BBCOne tomorrow. First of a few bits on the show today.
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#Rebus author says reboot finally gives characters “freedom to breathe”
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2 years
Had another amazing LFF and just want to do a shoutout to the many amazing people who've made it such a good one plus people not in photos @CalliePetch @thejasvalentine @_Neelsreeldeel @funnyoldworldx @msbreviews @clotilde_99 @bartonreviews @DGFilmhounds @JournoAayu @Franglais27
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1 year
@BFloodlights For me Mr Brightside which fits the overplayed one for sure. Problem with a lot of these bands biggest songs is they get played to death, ditto Last Nite and Seven Nation Army.
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4 years
My mum after Wandavision well it's a bit unbelievable having witches. Me: You know this is a franchise that has a talking racoon and a super soldier ?
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11 months
All of Us Strangers is an absolute knockout for @Film4Production one of the best of the year and #LFF . It has a real haunting beauty to it and is a gorgeous reflection on grief and sexuality. The full 5* for @flickeringmyth .
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First interview of the year was with now BAFTA-nominated @sonlux to discuss the score for Everything Everywhere All At Once and working with David Byrne & Randy Newman. For @flickeringmyth . Congrats on the nomination guys !!
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Chris Connor ( @chrisconnor96 ) chats with BAFTA-nominated Everything Everywhere All At Once composers Son Lux…
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My latest for @Metro_Ents on what The Last of Us might mean for the future of game adaptations, especially planned adaptations of God of War and Assassins Creed.
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2 years
My interview with @bearmccreary for @RadioTimes about the Rings of Power score is now live. Had an amazing chat about the evolution or the score and how it compares to Howard Shores for the films.
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2 years
San Francisco bound. See you in a week UK.
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Still can't quite believe I got to speak to the Kiners about their work on Ahsoka, Rebels, Clone Wars and more, a truly delightful chat. For @RadioTimes . Thanks to @LouGriffinn as ever.
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3 years
Had a lovely time at the French Dispatch pop up in Strand. Strongly reccomend for London based people.
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Interviewing the director of one of my favourite films of the year in a few hours.
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11 months
Perfect Days is an absolute delight of a film from Wim Wenders. Wonderfully acted and shows a love for Ozu and Japanese Cinema. Full thoughts for @flickeringmyth .
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The Acolyte is out tomorrow and it's an exciting new entry into the Star Wars universe. So far my favourites are Dafne Keen and Lee Jung-jae. excited to explore more new worlds.. Here's my review of the first 2 eps for @flickeringmyth .
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11 months
One of my favourites of #LFF2023 so far is David Fincher's latest. Which made This Charming Man, Panic throughout. Full review for @The_Cinematique .
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"The Killer is a welcome return to the Thriller and Noir genres that helped make David Fincher a household name..." #TheKiller is directed by David Fincher and stars Michael Fassbender. Read @chrisconnor96 's ★★★★ review now:
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3 years
Revisiting for the first time since last Feb. What a film.
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2 years
Absolutely delighted to share my debut for @NME chatting with Dave Porter about the sonic landscape of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Thanks to @rhian__ and @aflood63 for the edits and opportunity.
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As the hit Netflix show and 'Breaking Bad' spin-off bids adieu, the composer behind its soundtrack takes NME into the score
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A review of one of my absolute favourites from #LFF The Holdovers which will be a future festive classic and is for my money his finest since Sideways. Giamatti is superb and will be in awards conversations with Da'Vine Joy Randolph. For @The_Upcoming .
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@InsertMontage The whole cast should.
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Very warm thank you to @BlackBearUK for this package to celebrate #immaculatemovie 's release tomorrow.
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@JWGarriock This and Howard's End were both terrific. Hopkins and Thompson just next level.
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3 years
Guess who is covering London Film Festival eek.
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2 years
My copy of the latest @filmhoundsmag has arrived featuring some great content across the board and my chat with Clio Barnard for The Essex Serpent.
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Going to catch up on Encanto and Tick Tick Boom today.
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4 years
Sod it let's do this then
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1 year
If anyone wants to catch on some Glastonbury sets on @BBCiPlayer I'd reccomend Sparks, Queens of The Stone Age, Gabriels, War On Drugs, Maggie Rogers, The Big Moon, Teskey Brothers, Weyes Blood, Ezra Collective and Young Fathers.
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Oh boy this lineup is absolutely insane, new Miyazaki, Todd Haynes, Scorsese, Linklater, double dose of Jodie Comer and Paul Mescal. I cannot wait.
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Had a damn good time with Poor Things minus a couple of small gripes. Emma Stone is mesmeric and the whole cast is clearly having a blast. 4* for @flickeringmyth .
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Chris Connor ( @chrisconnor96 ) with a ★★★★ #LondonFilmFestival review of Poor Things...
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Ahsoka lives up to the hype and then some, some great transitions from animation to live action and world building and some of the best action in any of the Disney + series to date. My thoughts for @flickeringmyth
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2 years
FYI Hugo is on UK Netflix and it's one of my fave Scorsese films.
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I had the absolute pleasure to speak with @filmmusicholt about the music for Obi Wan Kenobi for @RadioTimes . Thanks as ever to @HuwieMcChewie for the opportunity.
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How #ObiWanKenobi 's composer created new sounds for old characters
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Asteroid City isn't what you'd expect going into it and has some unexpected depth mixed in with its cascade of colours and cameos. It uses its cast far better than French Dispatch and the runtime races by. Well worth checking out next week.
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3 years
Last Duel and Power Of The Dog out today get on it people.
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Gran Turismo makes the most of telling a human story rather than simply a game adaptation but there is some questionable acting, editing and more across the board. David Harbour is fantastic and there are some great nods to the game but it feels like a missed opportunity.
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My taste defined in 4 SHOWS -The Trip - The Sopranos - Life on Mars - Peep Show 4 MOVIES -The Apartment - Cinema Paradiso - Fargo - Stand By Me 4 artists -Bruce Springsteen -Miles Davis - Talking Heads - The Kinks
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My taste defined in 4 SHOWS -Doctor Who -Succession - House Of Cards - Deadwood 4 MOVIES -The King Of Comedy - Empire strikes back -Fantastic Mr Fox - Inception 4 artists -Queen -Rolling Stones -The Beatles - David Bowie
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Delighted to share my latest for Radio Times on Doctor Who and how its handled the Sontarans in the modern series. 11 year old me would not have believed I'd have written a Who piece for them.
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Has #DoctorWho mishandled the Sontarans in the modern series?
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Having a coffee at @BFI today made me miss cinemas but was so lovely to be back in the city after over a year.
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House of The Dragon returns on Monday, here are my thoughts for @flickeringmyth , will be covering weekly. Very strong start to its sophomore season from what I've seen.
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Chris Connor ( @chrisconnor96 ) reviews the season 2 premiere of House of the Dragon...
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After a few weeks feeling a bit stressed about writing, I'm really happy with how things are shaping up and eternally grateful I get to write for some of my favourite publications about areas I'm passionate about. Worth sometimes taking a step back to recharge and enjoy yourself.
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Had a great chat with the great Jerskin Fendrix, now an Oscar nominee about moving to film music and his exceptional score for Poor Things. For @flickeringmyth .
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Chris Connor ( @chrisconnor96 ) chats with Poor Things composer Jerskin Fendrix…
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Had a fab chat with Leopold Ross about the score for @AppleTV 's Monarch series and why Godzilla is so enduring.
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Chris Connor ( @chrisconnor96 ) chats #Godzilla with Monarch: Legacy of Monsters composer Leopold Ross...
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4 months
So looks like we're getting some kind of London SXSW announcement tomorrow. Not sure the city needs another major festival but I'm intrigued by what this will look like.
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2 years
Awful lot to unpick from Babylon. 3hrs 10 of pure madness with lots to enjoy, not all landed for me but still a riot often enough. Full review to follow for @flickeringmyth
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9 months
I think we should just cast Glen Powell in all Rom Coms moving forward.
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Reviewed the new @itspetergabriel album for @stereoboard (first review for them). It's a triumphant record that's been in the works for many years but lives up to the hype and shows's he's still streets ahead. Out today do give it a listen.
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@tomchaplin 's new album is absolutely lovely and a really good advert for him as a songwriter. My thoughts for @Gigwise . Should please @keaneofficial fans.
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Here’s hoping that Midpoint isn’t the last we hear of Tom Chaplin as a solo artist @chrisconnor96 reviews -
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Still in awe of @TheNational 's show in Crystal Palace on Friday. Exceptional live act and a real privilege to cover for @ClashMagazine . Great support set from @UMO too.
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Live Report: The National are on a truly stunning run of live form right now - the band's scintillating Crystal Palace Park concert is exceptional...
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4 months
I would definitely love to spend some time at a beach, drinking spicy margaritas and making bad decisions with Emily Blunt. It's not perfect but The Fall Guy is a rollicking good time. Good to see Gosling back in Nice Guys mode. We need that Oscar for stunts now!!
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Chris Connor ( @chrisconnor96 ) with a ★★★★ review of The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt...
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Sophie from Peep Show is now a double Oscar nominee. Let that sink in.
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Managed to land one of my biggest comissions to date for a very exciting show based on one of my favourite book series. Will be able to share more soon.
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What a fine bunch.
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9 months
This is absolutely one of the best things I've read in a while. Intrigued by the planned film version, perhaps it might work better as a miniseries as its quite expansive.
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I'm not always completely onboard with Yorgos but was very much into @kindnessfilm . Jesse Plemmons is absolutely dynamite doing some of his best work to date. Thanks to @SearchlightUK for the invite, review to follow for @MovieMarker . #kindsofkindness
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Hit 3000 followers and I find comfort in the fact people enjoy my random and often incoherent thoughts on here.
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