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Amour review

Old age and terminal illness are placed under Michael Haneke’s microscope in Amour . But far from being a cold, scientific study from a filmmaker frequently accused of placing a pane of glass between his work and his viewers, this sensitive film emerges heartfelt and humane. Opening with the police …

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British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) 2012 nominations announced

The nominations for the 15th annual Moët British Independent Film Awards have been announced, and it’s heartening to see some Total Film favourites occupying the shortlist. We were particularly pleased to see recognition for gaspworthy doc The Imposter , giallo throwback Berberian Sound Studio , and Ben Wheatley’s none-more-British ultra-dark …

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