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There are a few classic films we have come to expect to be amid the top five of many men’s favourite features, among which often sit the usual array of titles – the merits of The Godfather, Scarface, Star Wars [...]]]>

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There are a few classic films we have come to expect to be amid the top five of many men’s favourite features, among which often sit the usual array of titles – the merits of The Godfather, Scarface, Star Wars and The Matrix having often been discussed over pints and the flipping of burgers on BBQs (we don’t wish to gender-stereotype you understand!) But there is one movie, that isn’t in the vein of these ball-busting action flicks, yet still holds a special place in the hearts of fellas (and plenty of women) the world over, and that’s the weepy tale of brotherhood-bonding The Shawshank Redemption. And we here at Boxwish HQ are very excited to let you know of the stage version’s move from Dublin to our nation’s capital this month. Yes, the Wyndam Theatre in London’s West End premieres its five month run of the popular prison story beginning on September 13th, with limited previews from this Friday, September 4th.

The tale of justice and friendship was adapted from Stephen King’s novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption for the big screen in 1994 and starred the prolific portrayer of down-trodden martyrs Tim Robbins as wrongly convicted Andy Dufrense, alongside honey-voiced veteran Morgan Freeman as fellow-lifer Ellis Boyd “Red” Redding. The movie was a flop when it hit cinemas, but by the time it had reached our video shelves was winning critical acclaim and loyal fans everywhere. So perhaps it’s no surprise that the film favourite has moved to the footlights.

Written by die-hard lovers of the film, Owen O’Neill and Dave Johns and directed by Peter Sheridan, the story is definitely adhering to the recent trend of hit films-turned-shows such as One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest, the promised adaptation of Sleepless in Seattle and even Shrek and Spiderman. It seems as though film-fans these days are hungry to see their beloved movie plots played out on the boards.

The stars of the play, film and stage actor Kevin Anderson in the part of Andy and The Wire actor Reg E. Cathey portraying Red, are even lookalikes of the film’s stars and it seems writer-director Sheridan was careful to keep it that way. Referring to the film’s tweeking of the book’s original white-Irish Red, he explains: “It was an inspired piece of casting to make him black in the film – so why buck with the trend?” Even Stephen King has claimed the filmic adaptation of his tale has more “heart” than the literature.

So, will you be heading over to the bright lights of London to see the upcoming play? And what other movie milestones would you like to see at the theatre? After an overwhelming response of standing ovations since it started at Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre in May, we’re hoping for something pretty special.

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The world premiere of Sam Taylor-Woods “Nowhere Boy” will close out the Times BFI London Film Festival.

Organizers announced Monday that the John Lennon biopic “Nowhere Boy” will close out this year’s Times BFI London Film Festival.

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The world premiere of Sam Taylor-Woods “Nowhere Boy” will close out the Times BFI London Film Festival.

Organizers announced Monday that the John Lennon biopic “Nowhere Boy” will close out this year’s Times BFI London Film Festival.

The festival screening of Sam Taylor-Wood’s biopic on the early years of John Lennon’s life will serve as its world premiere, reportz the Hollywood Reporter.

The world premiere of Wes Anderson’s “Fantastic Mr. Fox” will open the Oct. 14-29 festival.

Aaron Johnson, who according to the Rolling Stone’s Rock & Roll Daily played a young Ed Norton in “The Illusionist,” plays young Lennon. Kristin Scott Thomas of “The English Patient” plays his aunt Mimi, who fought with the Beatle’s mother Julia, portrayed by Anne Marie-Duff, for custody. The film examines the impact this battle had over the budding musician and comes to a close when the Beatles leave Liverpool for Germany.

It will be released in the U.K. by Icon Film Distribution in December. The Weinstein Co. has U.S. rights for the film.

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Comedian, writer and actress Victoria Wood is to direct a new version of her comedy talent at the Menier Chocolate Factory this autumn.

Co-produced with the Old Laundry Theatre, Bowness, it will run at the London Bridge venue from 17 [...]]]>

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There are still some corners of London where quirky fashion, contemporary art, & cultural food thrives.

Go East to find areas that thrive with items crafted by young British designers. Brick Lane is one of those areas.

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There are still some corners of London where quirky fashion, contemporary art, & cultural food thrives.

Go East to find areas that thrive with items crafted by young British designers. Brick Lane is one of those areas.

An old building that used to be the Truman Brewery stands out from the rest of the street and is packed with independent shops. The Truman Brewery has been an important creative and cultural hub.

One shop at the old brewery sells clothing made out recycled material. You can make a one-of-a-kind item from one of your old garments; just bring it to the shop and the designer will make it into a new item for you. Other shops sell vintage clothing. You can get an East London Quirky Shopping guide from visitlondon.com

Many shops in the area encourage young designers to display their collections by offering affordable rental rates, allowing talent scouts from major chains to find budding designers.

Besides Brick Lane and the Truman Brewery, East London has several neighborhoods boasting dozens of independent shops. Socially aware shoppers can buy a wedge card from www.wedgecard.co.uk for 10 pounds, of which 5 goes to a local charity. The card allows you to support local shops while obtaining special offers and discounts from over 150 businesses in the East End.

Apart from shopping, East London is also increasingly known for contemporary art, with many galleries, museums and shops. With more than 80 art galleries, there’s something for everyone’s taste in the East End. Don’t miss the famous WhiteCube and Whitechapel Art Gallery, but also look out for hidden gems scattered all around this area waiting to be discovered. Dozens of the area’s galleries host cultural events and contemporary art exhibitions.

And talk about food! If you’re after comfort food, Brick Lane is THE place for bagels and baltis. If you are craving a curry or just need a quick bite, head for the famous Brick Lane Beigel Bake, which is ALWAYS open–24 hours a day, 365 days a year. (You are sure to see one or two London Black Taxi drivers in there at any time of the day or night!)

At visitlondon.com, you can download a guide called DIY East that will show you where to find East London’s quirky fashion, comtemporary art, and posh (and not so posh) nosh.

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Over 100 days, 2,400 people selected at random will spend an hour on top of the plinth in the north-west corner, doing whatever they [...]]]> LONDON (AFP) — British sculptor Antony Gormley invited members of the public to submit themselves as works of art for a new ‘living monument’ in London’s Trafalgar Square this summer.

Over 100 days, 2,400 people selected at random will spend an hour on top of the plinth in the north-west corner, doing whatever they want and with whatever props they want — with the sole condition that they are up there alone.

There will be someone on the plinth day and night between July 6 and October 14, and the exhibit will be filmed and broadcast live on the Internet and in the National Portrait Gallery, located on the north side of the square.

“The idea is very simple. Through putting a person onto the plinth, the body becomes a metaphor, a symbol,” said Gormley, whose most famous work is the Angel of the North, a steel sculpture five storeys high in northeast England. “This elevation of everyday life to the position formerly occupied by monumental art allows us to reflect on the diversity, vulnerability and particularity of the individual in contemporary society.

“It’s about people coming together to do something extraordinary and unpredictable. It could be tragic but it could also be funny.” The fourth plinth was built in 1841 and intended for an equestrian statue but was left empty for lack of funds. A public art scheme has seen it occupied by different works since 1999. One of the most famous sculptures was Marc Quinn’s marble depiction of British artist Alison Lapper, who was born without arms and shortened legs and who posed for him while heavily pregnant.

Participants in Gormley’s project, “One And Other”, will be chosen at random from the list of applicants, with the only criteria being that half are men and half women, and Britain’s regions are represented proportionally.

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