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• Cinderella fans say one thing about remake as Disney original celebrates 75 years

  05-04-2025 10:00 via express.co.uk
  
  Disney has remade plenty of its animations into live action films - and fans are divided about which are the best, and who was most suited to princess roles.
  
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• Patsy Palmer hints at EastEnders exit eyeing up rival ITV soap for new role

  15-04-2025 10:20 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Patsy Palmer has hinted at leaving BBC soap EastEnders and swapping to rival soap Coronation Street while talking on Celebrity Big Brother.
  
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• South Cumbria author pens two-book deal to write 'love letter' to Lake District

  15-04-2025 07:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Kirstie Pelling, who has lived in Burton-in-Kendal for 22 years, will release the first of the two novels in May 2026.
  
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• 'Response has been amazing!' - art auction to support Kirkby Lonsdale fund

  15-04-2025 07:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Taking place later this month at the J36 Rural Auction Centre, the night of fundraising will support the town after last year's fire.
  
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• Netflix viewers left in tears by 'gut-wrenching' film that is a 'must-watch'

  14-04-2025 23:27 via express.co.uk
  
  The film, released seven years ago and now having a resurgence, is based on a 1991 arson case and the trial that followed.
  
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• ‘Criminally underrated’ Brad Pitt WW2 movie is available to watch on Netflix

  14-04-2025 17:13 via express.co.uk
  
  The film depicts a tank crew in Germany at the end of the Second World War.
  
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• Harry Potter film actor cast in TV reboot but as different Hogwarts character

  14-04-2025 17:05 via express.co.uk
  
  The Harry Potter TV series has cast an actor in a major part, who played a different Hogwarts character in Prisoner of Azkaban.
  
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• New British film named 'one of best war movies in history' is out on Friday

  14-04-2025 13:32 via express.co.uk
  
  The film is based on its director's own experience fighting in the Iraq War.
  
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• Horror fans told to stream 'most disturbing' film that should have won an Oscar

  14-04-2025 08:20 via express.co.uk
  Horror sequel has been added to the streaming library and is dubbed as the 'scariest film of 2024' with many viewers claiming they couldn't sleep
  
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• Youth hostel given modern makeover on popular BBC show presented by comedian

  14-04-2025 07:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Lake District national treasure features on popular BBC show
  
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• BBC presenter Michael Portillo had 'great time' on visit to historic Swarthmoor Hall

  14-04-2025 07:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  BBC presenter Michael Portillo had a 'great time' on visit to historic Swarthmoor Hall, near, Ulverston in South Cumbria
  
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• Meghann Fahy's 'impeccable' breakout performance in 'incredible' show is streaming free

  13-04-2025 17:15 via express.co.uk
  Meghann Fahy has been a screen favourite for many years now, but you can catch up on her breakout series completely for free.
  
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• Big Daddy fans 'feel old' after learning shocking fact about Dylan and Cole Sprouse

  13-04-2025 08:00 via express.co.uk
  Fans of the 1999 Adam Sandler comedy Big Daddy are floored after realising a fact about Dylan and Cole Sprouse, who shared the role of Julian in the film.
  
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• Outlander's Caitriona Balfe is 'unrecognisable' in new role away from Starz drama

  12-04-2025 16:50 via express.co.uk
  Outlander fans are freaking out over Caitriona Balfe's new movie role in The Amateur.
  
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• Royal Marines band set to play with Ulverston music pupils

  12-04-2025 10:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  The Band Of His Majesty’s Royal Marines will be visiting Ulverston Victoria High School (UVHS) on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 of April.
  
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• Top 11 films leaving Netflix in May - full list

  12-04-2025 09:00 via express.co.uk
  
  As May approaches, Netflix is set to refresh its lineup, bidding farewell to some beloved films. Discover which cinematic treasures are slipping away soon.
  
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• Top 10 Mickey Rourke films ranked – and The Wrestler isn’t No. 1

  12-04-2025 07:00 via express.co.uk
  
  Once hailed as the next Marlon Brando, Mickey Rourke's career took unexpected turns. Uncover the films that capture his unique and compelling journey.
  
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• Spring concert a 'fantastic' fundraising success for Grange-over-Sands

  12-04-2025 07:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  The Bay Community Singers held their Spring Sing Concert earlier in April, with £1500 raised for local organisations.
  
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• Lake District institution praised as de facto tourist info hub

  12-04-2025 06:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Grasmere Gingerbread has been hailed by Cumbria Tourism's managing director, for its dedication to helping visitors navigate Grasmere and the surrounding Lake District National Park.
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing pro line-up revealed for 2025 as two new dancers will join

  11-04-2025 15:40 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing’s 2025 line-up will see professionals Amy Dowden, Johannes Radebe and Dianne Buswell return alongside two new dancers.
  
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• The Godfather fans just learning 'iconic' way actor made sure he never forgot his lines

  11-04-2025 09:00 via express.co.uk
  Fans of The Godfather have been left baffled after finding out an 'iconic' fact about one of the films behind-the-scenes moments - 53 years after its release.
  
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• Massively underrated movie with Robert De Niro is now on Amazon Prime

  10-04-2025 19:25 via express.co.uk
  A decade-old thriller with Robert De Niro as a psychic is now streaming, promising to challenge your perceptions of reality and the paranormal.
  
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• The Shawshank Redemption fans stunned by true story behind 'maggot' scene

  10-04-2025 16:30 via express.co.uk
  A scene in The Shawshank Redemption sees a character feed a maggot to a crow, but the American Humane Society had other ideas.
  
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• The White Lotus fans unearth 'underrated' film which season 3 actor stars in

  10-04-2025 16:23 via express.co.uk
  The White Lotus, the critically acclaimed anthology series by Mike White, has reached its dramatic end and fans are desperate for more.
  
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• Robert Downey Jr’s ‘worst’ film fans think is ‘secretly great’ is now streaming for free

  10-04-2025 16:15 via express.co.uk
  Robert Downey Jr has appeared in a number of hit films throughout his career, but there's one action movie he hated working on.
  
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• Michael Caine said 1969 classic is his favourite song of all time

  10-04-2025 13:52 via express.co.uk
  A chance encounter in Paris led Sir Michael Caine to a song that would become iconic. Uncover the unexpected connection to his favorite tune.
  
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• 'Perfect' film from 1960s fans say is 'still relevant today' streaming free this weekend

  10-04-2025 12:28 via express.co.uk
  A beloved classic movie is about to become available on BBC iPlayer.
  
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• Lake District chef competes in finals of BBC's Great British Menu

  10-04-2025 07:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Marc McCabe, the Head Chef at Simon Rogan's Henrock restaurant in Windermere, finished as the highest scoring runner-up.
  
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• Kendal students to host concert for school's 500 year anniversary

  10-04-2025 06:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  TWO A-level music students in Kendal have organised a live concert to mark the 500 year anniversary for their school.
  
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• Kendal Pride programme of events to include films, runs, and cycles

  10-04-2025 06:00 via thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
  
  Kendal Pride has shared details of its 2025 programme of events.
  
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