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TIFF FILM REVIEW: Dustin Hoffman directs ‘Quartet’

By Ray Bennett TORONTO – Dustin Hoffman has worked with many of the best film directors so it’s no wonder that some of their talents have rubbed off to make his debut film as director such a pleasure. No question … Continue reading

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TIFF FILM REVIEW: Michael Fassbender in ‘Shame’

By Ray Bennett TORONTO – If Turner Award-winning artist turned film director Steve McQueen focussed less on Michael Fassbender’s naked willy and more on character and plot then his second feature “Shame” might be much more interesting. The title is … Continue reading

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PREVIEW: a look back at the rave scene of the ’90s

By Ray Bennett Karl Golden’s last picture, “Pelican Blood”, is a strange but intelligent and sympathetic film about young people who are drawn toward suicide. His new film “Weekender” is about young people who just want to have a blast.

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