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Hollywood 2011 – Part II

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Shariq Madani

In grand Hollywood tradition, here is the sequel to my list from the beginning of the year. The first half of 2011 has whooshed past us, and we stare at the approaching second half. The mixed bag of the past … Continue reading →

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Hollywood 2010

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Shariq Madani
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2010 could mark the beginning of decade where movies take advantage of the meteoric rise in advanced special effects that the noughties also heavily relied upon. It seems the big studios will make money (despite the ubiquitous recession) as long … Continue reading →

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Day 7 of the 2009 Dubai International Film Festival

Posted on December 17, 2009 by Shariq Madani

Shariq Madani at DIFF 2009 Daily Festival Report: 16th December 2009 (Day #7) Many movies at the Dubai International Film Festival had a Q&A session after the screening. Of the three movies I managed to watch on the final day … Continue reading →

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Day 6 of the 2009 Dubai International Film Festival

Posted on December 16, 2009 by Shariq Madani

Shariq Madani at DIFF 2009Daily Festival Report: 15th December 2009 (Day #6) What a day of extremes! I watched four movies, none of which were in the middle-ground.  Keep reading for the low-down. At The End Of Daybreak (Sham Moh) … Continue reading →

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