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Mike leigh returns with a quietly brilliant portrait of a middle-aged relationship.

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A deeply resonant piece of filmmaking that leaves you sure of one thing – there’s always more than one truth.

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The Social Network

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The Secret of Kells

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Winter’s Bone

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Jean-Luc Godard’s masterpiece stands the test of time, still managing to feel incredibly fresh and exciting.

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