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The Greatest Films of All Time issue
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Gladiator II: a sequel that effectively doubles as a remake
Denzel Washington’s extravagant performance brings vigour to Ridley Scott’s proficient retread of his Roman blockbuster.
By Guy Lodge
10 great Indian action films
By Soham Gadre
Bill Nighy on his IVF origin story Joy: “This was an opportunity to put a bomb under the male tendency to bewilderingly underestimate women”
By Lou Thomas
January 2025 programme highlights at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX: Poitier, Visconti and more
January 2025 programme highlights at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX: Poitier, Visconti and moreLuchino Visconti season announced for BFI Southbank in January 2025
Luchino Visconti season announced for BFI Southbank in January 2025Ghost Cat Anzu: a freewheeling anime adventure
By Kambole Campbell
Where to begin with Louis Feuillade
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