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The bard confirms that the right has a humour bypass, and replays the English Revolution on period instruments
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JOHN GREEN relishes a powerful and moving drama that explores the lived realities of west London’s Punjabi community
MARTIN HALL welcomes a plea for greater compassion between believer and non-believer via the framework of philosophical enquiry
Bridge of Spies (12A)
Directed by Steven Spielberg
4/5
THANKS to box-office bonanzas featuring, among others, a killer shark, a hyper-cute little alien, rampaging prehistoric beasts and Private Ryan, Steven Spielberg has made his name, along with millions of dollars.
His unique popularity among film-makers and filmgoers is unarguable.
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