13 h. ago Last Days at Royal Opera: 'One of the most original operas this century'

Loosely based on Gus Van Sant’s film, which itself is loosely based on the final days of Kurt Cobain, this opera has its own special atmosphere

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39 h. ago Who is Jay Kelly? Is Netflix's critically acclaimed film based on a real person?

Jay Kelly has arrived on Netflix, and fans are questioning if the main character is based on a real person

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64 h. ago Sydney Sweeney's Christy a boxing 'horror story' that takes viewer to 'dark places'

Christy starring Sydney Sweeney tells the tale of a champion boxer who faced greater dangers in her own home than she ever did fighting in the ring, as her evil husband tried to murder her

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65 h. ago Inside George Clooney movie Jay Kelly as fans ask if it’s a true story

Netflix's Jay Kelly starring George Clooney has viewers wondering if the film is based on real events

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4 d. ago ‘Embodying the zeitgeist more than ever’: German sitcom character Stromberg revived for Merz era

New film is based on TV series inspired by The Office, whose lead character is said to resemble the chancellorHe’s the middle-manager who talks as if he’s the CEO, a beacon of workplace inclusivity in his own head but a bigoted chauvinist as soon as he opens his mouth. And listening to him creates a mix of familiarity and embarrassment-by-proxy that turns out to be surprisingly pleasurable.Ricky Gervais’s cringe-making general manager of a soul-destroyingly dull Slough-based paper merchant stopped being a regular presence on British TV over two decades ago, but the many comedic characters that he spawned across the globe have outlived him. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Sean Combs: The Reckoning review – Netflix doc is terrifying and exhausting in equal measure

The accusations roll on and on in this relentless docuseries, executive produced by Diddy’s longtime rival 50 Cent

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7 d. ago Paddington: The Musical review – they’ve looked after this bear quite splendiferously

Savoy theatre, LondonState-of-the-art animatronics, imaginative staging, fabulous performances and some marvellous songs about marmalade make for an evening that will fill you with joy and melt your heart Here is the Peruvian bear as we have never seen him before – or so we are led to believe from the marketing of this musical, which is based on the beloved 2014 film, based on Michael Bond’s beloved books. But this is in fact exactly how we have seen him before: initially alone in Paddington station with marmalade sandwiches under his felt hat and a pleading look in his eye for strangers to be kind to outsiders such as him.This is not new fare, even if Paddington is brought to life with state-of-the-art animatronics: James Hameed is his voice and remote puppeteer, while Arti Shah is under his furry skin on stage (puppet design by Tahra Zafar). The Brown family are recognisable from the star-studded film: risk-averse dad (Adrian Der Gregorian), arty mum (Amy Ellen Richardson), adoles...

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8 d. ago 'Masterpiece' film based on harrowing true story leaves fans sobbing on BBC tonight

The film is based on the Spanish family of Enrique Álvarez and María Belón and their three sons and their fight for survival in 2004 after the Indian Ocean tsunami

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9 d. ago ‘Superb’ WWI film with ‘phenomenal’ lead performance is unmissable

The acclaimed 2014 film, based on a memoir, has been praised for its cinematography and impressive acting

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1 week ago Stranger Things fans 'work out' terrifying death plot as Netflix show drops huge clue

Stranger Things Season 5 looks packed with action and hints at a possible showdown between a beloved characters and a villain, as fans took to scoial media to share their predictions

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1 week ago Lauren Silverman breaks her silence on filming Netflix show with Simon Cowell as she says 'I'm private and this is absolutely terrifying'

The socialite, 48, has been with music mogul Simon since 2013 and recently changed her Instagram handle to Simon Cowell, 65, in a hint the pair have married.

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1 week ago WWII classic called 'best film based on a TV show ever' is streaming for free

The beloved WWII comedy film is available to stream for free and fans have hailed it as a delightful adaptation of the classic British sitcom

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1 week ago 'Excellent' WWII film based on legendary British TV series is available to watch for free

The feature film version of one of the most beloved British comedy series of all time is available to stream for free for a limited time

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1 week ago 'Outstanding' WWII film based on iconic British comedy is available for free

The 1970s feature film inspired by one of the most beloved British comedy series is airing on Film4 today

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1 week ago 'Phenomenal' spy thriller based on wild true story fans rate 10/10 is on Film 4 tonight

The action packed film released in 2010 sees Angelina Jolie playing a CIA officer who is turned into a fugitive after being accused of being a Russian spy

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1 week ago 'Horrifying' film based on Stephen King book is making Netflix fans 'physically sick'

In Gerald's Game, a kinky role-play takes a terrifying turn when the main character's husband dies of a heart attack, leaving her handcuffed to the bed, alone and utterly helpless

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1 week ago Jingle Bell Heist release date and cast in full as Bridgerton writer pens new romcom

Netflix is set to release Jingle Bell Heist in a just a few days, here's all you need to know about the London-based Christmas film

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2 w. ago Netflix adds film based on 'heartbreakingly beautiful' book but there's a catch

Netflix will be adding a drama film based on the novel of the same by Amy Koppelman

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2 w. ago What book is The Running Man based on as Edgar Wright film hailed a 'must see'

The Running Man was released in 2025 and has been a hit with fans

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2 w. ago Gossip Girl and Supernatural 'crossover' on the way as Netflix casts romance film

Netflix has announced a new romantic festive film based on a hit book, jam-packed with recognisable stars.

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