Renowned English actor and WW2 veteran, famed for suave screen presence and an Oscar-winning career.
Contenders for the next James Bond are narrowing as auditions near a decision. Bookmakers rate Callum Turner as a leading favourite, with Louis Partridge and Tom Francis among others in the frame. Denis Villeneuve is directing the next film for Amazon MGM Studios.
A trio of reviews from Edinburgh and Scotland’s jazz scene showcase a weekend of avant-garde performances. From Fergus McCreadie and Xhosa Cole’s fearless improvisations to Maciej Obara’s Northern Spaces and Matt Carmichael’s Celtic-tinged set, audiences have been treated to a spectrum of modern jazz styles.
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