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Intense close-up of a man lying on a red blanket, surrounded by colourful artwork on the walls.
In Praise Of

Revisiting forgotten queer classic Prick Up Your Ears

by Catherine Pearson

This tragicomic Joe Orton biopic offers a fascinating glimpse into London’s hidden homosexual community.
A man aiming a gun at the camera, with a young girl in his arms. The image has a dark, dramatic tone.
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The symbolic power of Mathilda’s choker in Léon

by Sarah Gosling

Natalie Portman’s preteen protagonist is transformed when wearing this striking accessory.
Man with long, curly hair and an eye patch, wearing a maroon shirt, standing against a wall with graffiti.
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Why I love John Heard’s performance in Cutter’s Way

by Danilo Castro

Alongside Jeff Bridges the late American actors gives a career-defining central turn.
Man in dark clothing holding a lantern, standing in a rugged, rocky landscape.
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How Death Line used cannibal horror to expose social inequality

by Thomas Hobbs

This 1972 British B‑movie is essential viewing in the wake of the recent Grenfell tragedy.
An older couple embracing and smiling warmly in a home setting, with a cosy, affectionate atmosphere.
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Why I love Kingpin – A crude comedy about horrible people

by James Oddy

The Farrelly brothers’ reached their vulgar, freewheeling peak with this 1996 bowling comedy.
A group of people tending to a severely injured person, with blood-stained clothing and bandages visible.
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How George A Romero helped me to overcome an eating disorder

by Oliver Zarandi

Dawn of the Dead and Day of the Dead are films of hunger and the frustration of bodies.
Two people conversing, a man in military uniform and a woman in a suit.
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Why Atonement remains a great modern film about love and war

by Lena Hanafy

Joe Wright’s World War Two-era romance is a beautiful story of a young couple torn apart by fate.
A black and white photograph showing a man standing in a doorway with a thoughtful expression. He is wearing a suit and tie.
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Why Christopher Nolan’s Following is a masterful modern neo-noir

by Tom Williams

This moody monochrome thriller from 1998 is an immaculately crafted tale of crime and obsession.
Close-up of a woman's face looking pensive and serious, with warm lighting casting a glow on her features.
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Why I love Lena Headey’s performance in Dredd

by David Jenkins

She offers a fresh and frightening take on the comic book villain in this underrated genre classic.
Two partially clothed men, one embracing the other with a camera in hand.
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The bitter romanticism of Wong Kar-wai’s Happy Together

by David Pountain

The Hong Kong master’s 1997 film is a deeply affecting portrait of a failing relationship.