Norwegian explorer and writer Thor Heyerdahl's 1947 expedition westwards across the Pacific was a stirring…

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The latest release in the excellent Rough Guide music series brings together a stunning, rump-shaking collection of tracks…

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Dwayne Johnson is obviously keen to put his wrestling moniker "The Rock" behind him in his first serious dramatic role in…

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With a script by Ethan and Joel Coen, and an attractive cast and a clever premise, this comedy has all the parts required…

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Powerful acting from a top-rate cast, including an artlessly charming newcomer, and a steady and confident…

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Prompted by recollections for his enjoyable, candid autobiography, last year Stewart started serious songwriting again after…

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