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The charm offensive

Let us not overstate the wonderfulness of <em>The Artist</em>, writes <b>Shaun de Waal</b>

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Gloriously funny and achingly tender

<i>The Artist</i> has to be the first film that has left <b>Peter Bradshaw</b> weeping tears of joy.

How The Artist’s director silenced the critics
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How The Artist’s director silenced the critics

Friends laughed at Michel Hazanavicius when they heard of his plans to circumvent movie history.

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The Artist sparks Hollywood nostalgia boom for silent era

A Rudolph Valentino biopic and a Charlie Chaplin musical are among new projects in the pipeline.

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Britons demand money back for The Artist

Cinemagoers in Liverpool demanded refunds on tickets for Oscar favourite <i>The Artist</i> because they did not realise it is a silent movie.

Silent film steals the show at the Golden Globe Awards

This year’s Golden Globes ceremony honoured a diverse selection of shows and films, including silent film <i>The Artist</i>.

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The Artist, The Descendants rake in Golden Globes

Silent movie <i>The Artist</i> and family drama <i>The Descendants</i> have scooped the accolades at this year’s Golden Globe awards.

Why silent movies are golden once more

Why silent movies are golden once more

For the first time in more than 80 years, a silent movie is being talked up as a real Oscars contender.