February 17, 2026

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The Crime is Mine (Mon Crime)  (15) |Close-Up Film Review
 Francois Ozon is a gay man who openly adores women and creates really good parts for actresses in his films.

The Crime is Mine (Mon Crime)  (15) |Close-Up Film Review

Carol Allen October 17, 2024 0
Francois Ozon is a gay man who openly adores women and creates really good parts for actresses...
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The Goldman Case (Le Procès Goldman) (12A) |Close-Up Film Review
 This film is the ultimate in courtroom drama, being a meticulously researched recreation of the second trial in 1976 of one  Pierre Goldman, played by Arieh Worthalters.

The Goldman Case (Le Procès Goldman) (12A) |Close-Up Film Review

Carol Allen September 19, 2024 0
This film is the ultimate in courtroom drama, being a meticulously researched recreation of the second trial...
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Speak No Evil  (15) |Close-Up Film Review
 This is a brilliantly gripping, slow burn thriller with a charismatic leading performance from James McAvoy.

Speak No Evil  (15) |Close-Up Film Review

cf-webmaster1964 September 14, 2024 0
American husband and wife Ben (Scoot McNairy) and Louise (Mackenzie Davis) Dalton are on holiday in Tuscany,...
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