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Birthday Tribute: Albert Finney's Finest

John Farr | Posted 07.27.2011 | Entertainment
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Finney cares a great deal about his work, but very little about publicity. Nominated five times for an Oscar, he has never once attended the ceremony.

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Remembering Robert Altman

John Farr | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
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I was understandably nervous and excited to meet this man. It was May 5th, 2004 in Stamford, Connecticut. As co-founder of a newly restored landmark...

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Thoughts on The King's Speech, and Other Royal Entries

John Farr | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
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Notwithstanding Colin Firth's astonishing performance, the film's genius lies in its being decidedly old-fashioned. Here is a sampling of my favorite titles which concern the venerable throne of England.

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