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Front Row reviews new British film Scrapper, French writer director Louis Garrel
Aug 24, 2023
Jonny Lee Miller and Louis Garrel discuss a play about censorship, the film Scrapper, and Garrel's transition from writing and directing to acting. They delve into the themes of the play, the immersive pre-show elements, and praise the heartwarming comedy of Scrapper.
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- A Mirror, written by Sam Holcroft, explores the themes of censorship and the power of storytelling in a play set in a country where state censorship controls the arts.
- Louis Garrel's film The Innocent showcases his talent as both an actor and director, incorporating different genres to create a thought-provoking and entertaining cinematic experience.
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A mirror opens at Almeida Theatre in London
The play A Mirror, written by Sam Holcroft, has just opened at the Almeida Theatre in London. The play revolves around Mr. Chelic, a senior bureaucrat in the culture ministry of an unspecified country, and his new assistant, who questions the importance of theater. The play explores themes of censorship and the power of storytelling. Johnny Lee Miller gives a captivating performance as Mr. Chelic, capturing his complex and shifting character. The play has been praised for its charm and thought-provoking questions about the role of art in society.
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