Tonight (10th Feb) is the biggest night of the year for British TV and Film, and the 72nd British Academy Film Awards are underway at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Will The Favourite be the favorite or will Bohemian Rhapsody be the champion of the night? The ceremony is once again being hosted by Joanna Lumley, who…
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Oscar nominations 2019
The wait is over. The nominations are in. From Black Panther to A Star is Born, The Favourite to Bohemian Rhapsody; it’s been an incredible year for film. Check out the full list of nominees below and let us know in the comments who you think deserves to take home the golden statue. BEST PICTURE…
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