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Up in the Air
Up in the Air

Ryan Bingham flies across America telling a number of unfortunate souls that their roles are no longer required and inspires them to think about the world of opportunity that has now landed on their laps.
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30 May 2010
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Jason Reitman

Jason Reitman talks to Pure Movies about writing strong female characters, shooting in airports and convincing George Clooney.
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23 May 2010
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Gentlemen Broncos
Gentlemen Broncos

If you are a fan of Jared Hess’ back catalogue, you will no doubt find Gentlemen Broncos a more than worthy addition.
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9 May 2010
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Avatar
Avatar

Whilst the technological aspect is well-documented, Avatar is so much more than showcase of innovation. Placed together with a good, albeit familiar plot, and this really is a true form of escapism.
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26 April 2010
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Zombieland
Zombieland

When Mad Cow Disease turned the world into flesh-eaters, there were very few humans left. “My friends, this is now the United States of Zombieland,” our young protagonist tells us.
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27 March 2010
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Antichrist
Antichrist

If Lars Von Trier’s aim was to make viewers physically uncomfortable then he has succeeded. Antichrist is, quite simply, a despairingly low form of cinema but this is the very reason it will be remembered.
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11 January 2010
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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

If the true test of a good actor is how convincingly they can partake in a long sprint away from danger, Shia LeBouef would be at the top of the podium basking in his gold-medal glory.
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27 November 2009
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G-Force
G-Force

Rodents have always been the animal of choice for animation studios. This time the rodent-roulette has landed on guinea pigs…and secret-agent ones at that.
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26 November 2009
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35 Shots of Rum
35 Shots of Rum

35 Shots of Rum is, like many by Clare Denis, a film about real human behaviour. The focus is on the relationship of Lionel, a train driver, and his student daughter.
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14 October 2009
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Sleep Furiously
Sleep Furiously

It reminded me a lot of those boring parts on Playdays and Blue Peter when they showed people at work, but with a higher quality of cinematography.
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25 September 2009
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