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Brew ha ha – The Angels’ Share review

The Angels’ Share – Starring Paul Brannigan, John Henshaw, and Roger Allam. Directed by Ken Loach. Rated MA. By Simon Miraudo. The Angels’ Share is the charming story of four Scottish criminals who find redemption – if not exactly rehabilitation – through alcohol. It may not seem like the typical logline for a heart-warmer; it […]

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Michael Haneke’s Amour wins Palme d’Or at Cannes

Michael Haneke has claimed his second Palme d’Or, taking home the top prize at the 65th Cannes Film Festival for Amour. Haneke was previously awarded the trophy in 2009 for his black-and-white examination of festering evil in The White Ribbon. The 2012 jury – headed by Italian director Nanni Moretti – did not reach a unanimous […]

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