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David Somerset

8 things you never knew about ‘Ocean’s 11’

It’s just been revealed that Sandra Bullock is set to star in a new all-female reboot of the Ocean’s 11 franchise from Gary Ross, the director of The Hunger Games. George Clooney has apparently been developing the project since last autumn. It’s 14 years since Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Don Cheadle and Julia Roberts … >

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‘I’m a Celebrity’: Cleverer than it looks

ITV’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! is set to launch its 15th season this autumn. It is hard to credit that a formula that has changed so little over the years has remained not only so popular but also manages to convey the impression of still being so fresh. What is it about … >

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‘Code Black’ launches in UK with frighteningly realistic stunt

Sponsored by The 7th Chamber: High-octane new US medical drama Code Black is now airing in the UK at 9pm on Thursday nights on Watch. Set in the busiest ER in the US, LA County Hospital, and inspired by Ryan McGarry’s award-winning documentary, the 13-part series stars Spooks actor Raza Jaffrey, alongside Marcia Gay Harden … >

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Why we love David Tennant

With a lengthy acting career spanning nearly 20 years to date, David Tennant truly captured the world’s hearts when he was cast in Doctor Who as one of Britain’s most iconic characters. Although many actors have been great in the show’s lead role, Tennant regularly still tops polls as the fans’ favourite Doctor. An opinion … >

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British locations feature in latest ‘Star Wars’ Episode VII trailer

A year after the initial teaser for the return of Star Wars, the first full-length trailer for The Force Awakens has been posted online. The release of merchandise, set trivia and clandestine behind-the-scenes footage has fired the appetite of galactic enthusiasts, as well as provoking a handful of indignant claims that the speaking dolls are … >

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8 great casino-themed vintage Halloween memes

Paddy Power are bringing the heroes of Halloween’s past back to life with some vintage inspired Halloween memes this year. From Frankenstein’s Daughter to Alice Sweet Alice, it’s time to relive your scariest childhood movies with a special casino-themed twist. How far will Frankenstein go to win a game of poker? It’s time to find … >

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Asian handicap betting explained in funny video

Sponsored by The 7th Chamber: Asian handicap betting is a great way to find value in a seemingly one horse race, providing more choice and flexibility in your betting. Much more precise and offering better payout, it’s one of the fastest growing forms of sports wagering. Need convincing? In fixed odds (1X2) betting the standard … >

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Welcome to giffgaff’s ‘House of Horrors’

Sponsored by The 7th Chamber: giffgaff, the contract-free mobile network ‘run by you’, has launched a brilliant new Halloween campaign that is sure to scare you out of your current mobile contract. The hilarious two-minute ‘House of Horrors’ film dramatises some of giffgaff’s users’ biggest fears, including a dying phone battery, photo tagging requests and … >

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5 of the most expensive movies ever made

Movie making is no cheap business. From paying the stars to hiring venues to specialist filming equipment and rights to music, including artist insurance from Howden and lunch for the extras, there seems to be no end of bills to pay. However, some movies surpass all others when it comes to the costs behind them. … >

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Infographic: Books vs their film/TV adaptations

The final movie in the Hunger Games series arrives in UK cinemas next month! With Katniss and friends returning for one last adventure, the folks at CartridgeDiscount.co.uk have compiled this brilliant infographic looking at some of the biggest and best literary adaptations of recent years in film and TV. From Twilight to Game of Thrones … >

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