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James McCleary

James is a writer and journalist based out of Dublin, Ireland. When not conducting interviews with Irish celebs on behalf of Virgin Media, James is travelling across Europe to get to as many film festivals as he possibly can, and maybe taking in a sight or two while he's there.

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Film Festival Reviews

2023 Venice Film Festival Review: Sofia Coppola’s Ferocious “Priscilla” Biopic Tears Elvis A New One

James McClearySeptember 6, 2023September 6, 2023

When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend.

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2023 Venice Film Festival Review: Emma Stone Gives The Frankenstein Tale A Horny Makeover In The Outrageous “Poor Things”

James McClearySeptember 3, 2023September 3, 2023

The incredible tale about the fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter, a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter.

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2023 Venice Film Festival Review: Races Are Secondary To Penélope Cruz’s Side-Eye In The Excellent “Ferrari”

James McClearySeptember 2, 2023September 2, 2023

A biopic of automotive mogul Enzo Ferrari, whose family redefined the idea of the high-powered Italian sports car and practically spawned the concept of Formula One racing.

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2023 Venice Film Festival Review: Pablo Larráin’s Latest Bio-Fic, “El Conde,” Bites Off More Than It Can Chew

James McClearyUpdated on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023

“El Conde” centers on Augusto Pinochet, who is not dead but an aged vampire. After living 250 years in this world, he has decided to die once and for all.

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