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Just starting this blog up! I plan to use it for reviews of films, from the newly released to a number of movies from any time period. I tend to lean more towards modern film, and have a particular interest in cinematography. Can't say quite where this blog will evolve - whether I'll begin discussing film more broadly or even extending beyond - but for right now, expect a forthcoming post with my thoughts and review of Dunkirk.

So, if you're looking for the blog equivalent of your friend excitedly gesticulating about that movie they just saw and why it's the best/worst thing they've ever seen, stay tuned!

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