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Film Viewer — ‘This film contains strong language from the outset, soon giving way to mealy-mouthed euphemism.’

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An online ding-dong is like a full complement of condiments at lunch; you wouldn’t want to live off it, but it certainly adds spice. I haven’t had a decent one in ages, but last weekend I decided to have some sport with Billy Bragg, whose decline truly reflects the culture wars which shape our times.