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Review

Blue Bayou

by Hannah Strong

Justin Chon’s melodramatic tale of immigration and injustice in present-day America is undermined by a clichéd script.

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Review

There is No Evil

by Marina Ashioti

This anthology film from director Mohammad Rasoulof explores the social consequences of Iran’s death penalty.

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Review

The Hand of God

by Sophie Monks Kaufman

Paolo Sorrentino bares his soul in this autobiographical coming-of-age story about teenage obsessions.

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Festivals

Discover the digital film festival where you’re on the jury

ArteKino offers a creative and versatile selection of European films, all available from the comfort of your own home.
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Christmas gift guide 2021 – Great ideas for film lovers

by Marina Ashioti

From books and Blu-rays to pins and games, we’ve got your Christmas shopping for movie fans covered.
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Interviews

Mike Mills: ‘All my films are me communing with someone I really love’

by Hannah Strong

The director explains how fatherhood shaped his latest film, and how creating space is integral to his creative vision.
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Disability in Film

A new film season is breaking down barriers for Disabled filmmakers

by Meg Fozzard

BFI Southbank’s short film programme Busting the Bias aims to increase awareness and representation.
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Review

Adrienne

by Emma Fraser

Andy Ostroy’s documentary is a heartbreaking portrait of a filmmaker gone too soon and those she left behind.

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A man with a moustache embracing a young child in a busy street, photographed in black and white.
Review

C’mon C’mon

by Charles Bramesco

Joaquin Phoenix forms a close bond with a precocious whippersnapper in Mike Mills’ gentle family drama.

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Incoming

Channing Tatum will make it rain in a third Magic Mike film

by Charles Bramesco

Steven Soderbergh will get back in the director’s chair for Magic Mike’s Last Dance.