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Film review: Mean Girls (Musical) starring Tina Fey

From the comedic mind of Tina Fey emerges a fresh take on the modern classic, Mean Girls. The narrative revolves around the new student, Cady Heron (Angourie Rice), who ascends the social hierarchy, encountering the elite clique known as “The Plastics.” Led by the conniving Regina George (Renée Rapp), with her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika), Mean Girls explores the…
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Film review: The Boys in the Boat - directed by George Clooney

London Mums Magazine was invited to review The Boys in the Boat at Picturehouse Central, Piccadilly Circus. What a superb film! The Boys in the Boat is a sensitive and dramatic portrayal of a true story of grit and guts overcoming adversity and poverty in the USA depression of 20s and 30s. The story From director George Clooney, starring Joel Edgerton and Callum Turner. Based on the best-selling…
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Film review: Io Capitano directed by Matteo Garrone

Io Capitano is a touching movie that tells the story of two teenagers from Senegal who want to find a better life in Europe. They go on a dangerous journey through the Sahara Desert and across the Mediterranean Sea. The film shows the hard reality faced by migrants. It will be released in the UK on 5th April 2024 and is a mix of real-life events and some magical elements. The story Longing for…
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Film review: Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom starring Jason Momoa

London Mums Magazine‘s reporters were invited to preview the new Aquaman movie at Vue cinema in Leicester Square. Aquaman and the lost kingdom is the new superhero film based on the DC character AQUAMAN.  This is a serves sequel to the 2018 film Aquaman and is the 15th and final instalment in the DC Extended Universe. The story Several years after becoming king of Atlantis, Arthur Curry…
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Behind the scenes: How private chefs curate our menus

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in creating those exquisite menus you enjoy at private events or in the comfort of your home? The art of menu curation by a private chef is both intricate and fascinating. It’s a process that combines culinary expertise, creativity, and a deep understanding of clients’ preferences. In cities where the demand for personalised dining…
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Books

Book of the week: The Adventures of Ty by Chris T A Richards

Chris T A Richards is a new author who combines fantasy and anime into an otherworldly adventure. His book The Adventures of Ty takes place in a world called Eden. The Adventures of Ty finds its eponymous Hero crowned the new Hero of Light. Ty is tasked with stopping an evil mage known as Xilef and he is quick to realise this is a job that is easier said than done. Anyone who is passionate about…
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Film review: Wonka starring Timothée Chalamet 

From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman, producer of “Harry Potter,” “Gravity,” Fantastic Beasts and Paddington, and producers Alexandra Derbyshire (the Paddington films, Jurassic World: Dominion) and Luke Kelly (Roald Dahl’s The Witches), comes Wonka, an intoxicating mix of magic and music, mayhem and emotion, all told with fabulous heart and…
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Behind the scenes of Disney's ‘Wish' with the film-makers nostalgically celebrating Disney's century

Disney’s new animated film, ‘Wish,’ celebrates the studio’s 100th anniversary. It uses a classic animation style that reminds us of our favourite old Disney movies. This film isn’t just a cartoon; it’s like a beautiful picture made with small nods to famous Disney films, making it a nostalgic masterpiece. You can watch ‘Wish’ in U.K. cinemas starting from 24 November…
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Book corner: Lancashire dad publishes scary story books to support children’s mental health

Written to help youngsters face the overwhelming number of challenges that impact on their everyday lives, Zak Bellingham entertains, scares and thrills with his two-part scary story books – Be Afraid. With both instalments mixing up the literary genres – from children’s horror, mystery, comedy, science fiction and more – children and their parents/guardians find themselves immersed and…
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Film review: Napoleon starring Joaquin Phoenix

“Napoleon” – a biopic, a movie epic, or an epic movie? It’s all of these things in a cinematic march through history. As I settled into the cinema seat for Ridley Scott’s latest directorial venture, “Napoleon,” I found myself drawn into the riveting tale of ambition, love, and the complexities of power. The film, set to be released on 22 November, boasts a star-studded cast, with…
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