Thanks for the Room

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Why The AI-Derangement Syndrome?

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Brad Pitt is revving up for one of the most ambitious racing films ever made, diving headfirst into the high-octane world of Formula 1. Set to capture real...

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In 7ᵉ art, certain locations transcend their status as settings. They become real and profoundly influence the plot. This is exactly the role played by...

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One of the greatest and most iconic combinations of onscreen poker and bromance in cinema history is 1974's California Split. Directed by Robert Altman...

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