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The Brilliant Subversiveness of ‘Carol’s’ Conventional Ending


Spoiler alert: this piece is about the end of Carol. If you haven’t seen the movie yet, you might want to hold off on reading this piece until you have and take a look at our review.

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HERCULES THE MUSICAL- Years 7 & 8. London

WAR HORSE, Norwich Theatre Royal, Thursday 6th November 2025 Places available

Year 7 tutors/parents evening

Film Academy Shorts

STARLIGHT EXPRESS, London. Thursday 2nd October. Closed

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