David Mouriquand
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Film of the Week: 'Deadpool & Wolverine' - Will it save the MCU?
It’s the team-up that Marvel nerds the world over have been dying for. But can the Merc With A Mouth and Logan save the MCU from itself, thereby crowning Deadpool “Marvel Jesus”?
NB: SPOILER-FREE REVIEW – but does contain language some people may find offensive.
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Paris Olympics: Snoop Dogg to lead celebrity charge for torch relay
The US rapper will carry the flame on Friday through the streets of Paris. The Torch Relay aims to unite people around the values of sport and togetherness. Who is joining Snoop on Friday, and which celebs have already carried the flame?
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Venice Film Festival announces starry line-up for 81st edition
The line-up for the 81st Venice International Film Festival has been unveiled - and it’s a starry affair that’s looking mighty promising. Amongst standouts are the Joker sequel starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, and more female filmmakers in competition than previous years...
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Damon Albarn vs Bob Dylan: Should phones be banned at gigs?
A phone ban will be implemented on all dates for Bob Dylan's upcoming European leg of his tour. Blur frontman Damon Albarn thinks this prohibition is an overstep. Should concerts be phone-free and who's right?
(Spoiler: It's neither Bob nor Damon.)
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You’ve got to be kitten me! Hello Kitty not a cat, creators reveal
The famous character celebrates her 50th anniversary this year, after appearing on a children’s coin purse in Japan after her creation in 1974. And now, Hello Kitty's creators have made some revelations, saying she’s not a cat, and actually has a cat of her own. And a boyfriend, to boot!
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Tintin with pin-ups? French artist condemned for parodying Hergé
“I am stunned by such a decision in French law, which seems to go against the European trend, and very worried about freedom of expression..." A French artist has been sued and ordered to withdraw his works showing Tintin in Edward Hopper's world.
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What is it with Donald Trump’s obsession with Hannibal Lecter?
The lambs have not yet stopped screaming for Donald Trump.
Nor has the screaming in our heads as we try to understand what’s behind the Republican nominee’s fixation with Hannibal Lecter – who he keeps namechecking during his speeches.
Anthony Hopkins has stated he's "shocked and appalled."
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