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The Great White Whale documents an attempt to climb Big Ben on Heard Island: have-a-go Australia in its heyday.
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This film is a brutally beautiful Oscar contender
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Oscar buzz for this trans gangster musical is a little over the top
Geographically speaking, Emilia Perez is one out of the box. It’s cheesy and loopy and fun to watch – but I’ll be surprised if it wins an acting or directing award at the Oscars.
You’ll never see the twist coming in this Vatican drama
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