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FILM REVIEW | Keep The Lights On
★★★★★ | Keep The Lights On
This award winning and Sundance Festival selected film is an intricate look at the lives of two men who enter into a relationship in 90s New York. Directed by Ira Sachs.
Erik is a Danish documentary film maker who meets Paul via a telephone-sex chat-line. Erik is anxious about commitment and lawyer Paul has a steady girlfriend. What starts off as a casual sexual relationship develops into something more meaningful and romantic. The film charts the two lovers over the course of their turbulent ten year relationship.
The two main characters lives take on unexpected turns and as Erik becomes more responsible and committed, Paul’s more orderly life spirals out of control as his recreational drug abuse becomes a destructive habit. The relationship enters a series of cycles of damage and renewal as the film charts their lives.
The film is beautiful to watch but also painful viewing in places, but ultimately provides a meaningful glimpse into the areas of both lightness and shade which relationships can pass through. The balance of the film is such that the story never felt too bleak but is balanced with erotic tension, a compelling storyline and occasional bursts of humour. Strong performances from the cast add to the emotional intensity of the film.
Highly recommended for a moving and fascinating insight into the life cycle of a relationship.
Released on DVD and Blu-ray in the U.K. on 28/01/13 available from Amazon
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COLUMN | Who Needs Hiking Boots To Enjoy To Enjoy The Great Indoors?
I’ve enjoyed looking at the snow from my bedroom window. Looking is fine, just don’t expect me to venture outdoors. You know how people describe themselves as outdoorsy? Well, I’m more indoorsy.
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Three Men Bailed After YouTube “Muslim Patrol” Harassment Video Uploaded To Internet
Detectives launched an investigation following a number of linked incidents over the course of the weekend of 12/13 January in east London, whereby a small group of individuals were seen to approach and harass members of the public at various locations.
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Fifth Arrest For Harassment Video Gang
Officers investigating a series of filmed harassments in east London have today (25.01.13) arrested a fifth man.
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New Health And Wellbeing Centre Opens For Birmingham’s LGBTs
This week Birmingham LGBT held the official launch event for England and Wales’ first Health and Wellbeing centre in Birmingham’s Southside district, which will serve the needs of the city’s local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community.
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Grooming Review | Bulldog Gets The Bullseye
Looking for a new brand to get you clean and refreshed in the morning? Look no further than Bulldog.
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Big Reunion Starts 31st January
For all you 90’s pop tarts, get ready for ITV 2’s brand new series The Big Reunion.
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Police Appeal For Harassment Victim To Come Forward
Officers investigating a series of incidents that took place over the course of the weekend of 12/13 January in east London, whereby a small group of individuals were seen to approach and harass members of the public at various locations, are making a specific appeal for a victim seen in a YouTube video to contact them.
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RECIPE | Dermie’s Jerusalem Artichoke And Crispy Chorizo Soup
The one winter vegetable which I absolutely adore is Jerusalem artichokes, which one could mistake as being a root of Ginger; small, bumpy, rough, Jerusalem artichokes are difficult to find in food stores generally confined to food markets or Farmers’ Markets but you can grow your own in early Spring if you so wish.
