A trilogy on redemption – Hungary represented at the Berlinale
Katalin Ferber’s review on ‘Genesis’, the only new Hungarian film represented at this year’s Berlinale.
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George Orwell’s son plays in a musical
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Dennis Edwards dead at 74
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Lady Gaga cancels her tour due to severe pain
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Female executives call for Grammy chief’s resignation
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Manchester Art Gallery has removed the Hylas and the Nymphs painting
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National Book Awards add translation category
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Woody Allen musical canceled after abuse accusation
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George RR Martin is ready to help the new generation
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