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Take 3: The Birthday Collection

It’s February, my birthday month. As such, my selection of films consists of the ones I consider to be all time favourites I’m happy to rewatch over and over again; even when it’s not my birthday. It’s an eclectic list so keep equal amounts of tissues, thirst quenching drinks and suitable snacks close at hand.

Once Upon a Time in the West - it's a western. No, don't tut or raise your eyes to heaven. Just trust me.

Dune - the original 1984 film starring the likes of Kyle Maclachlan, Sean Young & Sting. Yes, you read that right.

Chalet Girl - because I can't resist a bit of snow, romance & a comeback

The Bourne Identity - it features an anti-hero so there's no more to be said

Eastern Promises - Set in London & starring Viggo Mortensen - serious story with the bonus of eye candy for the ladies or anyone else in need of a bit of something to look at.

Baby Driver - a very stylish film about car chases with a killer soundtrack

The Shape of Water - just beautiful to behold

The Old Guard - a feisty female lead with the right amount of action to plot ratio for my particular palette 

Happy Viewing my lovelies



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