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editor's note.. We have an eventful few months ahead, with Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Easter all fast approaching! Make sure you make time for your mum on Sunday 10th March, there was once a time when Mother’s Day was the only This is our 50th issue of Oracle Magazine! time mums were able to have a break and see We have come a long way since our ﬁrst their children, see page 24. issue in 2004, consistently improving and Once again, there is so much going on in growing our readership. We started as a and around the city. The hugely popular single page publication, and over the years Continental Market is returning with a wide have developed into Plymouth’s leading variety of delicious and exciting produce lifestyle magazine! brought to you by traders from across the I hope you enjoy this issue of Oracle, and globe, including a German Bakery, an Italian thank you to all our readers and advertisers Deli and Cheeses & Wines, just to name a few. for your continued support. Make sure you don’t miss The Carlton Big Band playing live Jazz at The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club in the next few months. They play a whole spectrum of music from the vintage jazz sounds of Glenn Miller, to the timeless pop classics of Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, and Van Morrison. Turn to page 34 for our What’s Lucy Hill On Guide. Editor/Head Graphic Designer

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Book Reviews

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is a wonderful occasion that has been a highlight in our calendars for hundreds of years. It is the perfect time to revive your relationship and fill the air with romance. Anne Corry reveals..

verybody knows that 14th February is Valentine’s Day, the day when Charlie Brown waits in vain for a card from the little red haired girl and Snoopy gets more cards than anyone. Perhaps because of Charlie and his friends many people think of Valentine’s cards and gifts as an American tradition, but they would be wrong. In England we have been sending romantic greetings on February 14th for over ﬁve hundred years. It may have started with a Christian priest named Valentinus who lived in Rome and was arrested for following what was then a banned religion. The story goes that he cured his jailer’s daughter of blindness and when he was taken out to be executed he left her a farewell note signed “from your Valentine.” Valentinus was made a Saint and his feast day was February 14th. The romance didn’t come in until 1382 when the poet Geoffrey Chaucer wrote a poem celebrating Richard II’s engagement. Valentine’s name was mentioned in the poem and the tradition of associating St Valentine with lovers took off. Early Valentine’s greetings were hand written of course so it was hard to be

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anonymous. That didn’t start until the end of the eighteenth century when publishers began printing cards for folk who could not write soppy verses of their own. The Victorians loved them and because they were anonymous the verses got more than a little racy. In Japan and Korea, it’s the girls who give chocolates to the boys on February 14th. But they get their own back on White Day in March when the boys are supposed to reply with more chocolate. It’s considered an insult if the “reply” is not worth two or three times the value of the original gift. Back at home, St Valentine’s Day is as much a day for couples as it is for the lovelorn Charlie Browns. People exchange cards and gifts and many try to

make some sort of a romantic gesture like going for a quiet dinner or a trip to the theatre or the cinema. Some people take short-break holidays to romantic destinations. It’s all great fun, of course, but does it really make a difference to a relationship? If the relationship is already good then the answer would be yes. Romance is a necessary component of a healthy relationship and Valentine’s Day is a good time for keeping it alive or perhaps revitalising a slightly tired sense of romance. If the relationship is in trouble then no amount of chocolate is going to rescue it. Instead of using the traditions of February 14th to cover up what is wrong, it may be more useful to use the day as a chance

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for taking stock and trying to come up with a plan to put right the cracks that have appeared. Doing something different is a good start. Relationships can get into trouble for no other reason than that the partners have become too used to each other. It can seem endearing when long established couples ﬁnish one another’s sentences but it can also be a sign that they have lost interest, that they don’t really notice each other any longer. A Valentine’s Day surprise can be the little jolt that makes them really see each other. If two people are so used to each other that they can predict the other’s reactions (or think they can) then they stop communicating and without communication a relationship will suffocate. Taking a Valentine’s trip is an opportunity to stop taking each other for granted and start talking again.

“Relationships can get into trouble for no other reason than that the partners have become too used to each other” One of the most destructive things in any relationship is “mind reading”. Mind reading happens when one partner assumes that they know what the other person is thinking and “puts words in their mouth”. A Valentine’s date can be a way of clearing out these old assumptions. On a date two people can get to know each

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HIGH QUALITY DINING in a relaxing pub atmosphere T he recently refurbished Elburton Inn, is situated in the centre of Elburton Village with easy access on the main road leading to Kingsbridge. Greeted by a relaxing, inviting atmosphere with candles burning. The new décor is smart and modern, and creates a spacious feel with beautiful oak tables ﬁlling the room.

The menu is ample and covers lunches, set course deals and evening dining. The main focus is on their homemade local produce burgers and steaks, oﬀering both traditional & exciting ﬂavours such as ‘Thai Spiced Pork Burger with Mango Chutney’. Their meat is locally produced and freshly prepared and the prices are incredibly reasonable. The 8oz homemade beef burger is mouth wateringly tender and just unbelievably tasty. The burger is served in a soft, toasted sesame seed bun with handmade chunky chips and salad.

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Presentation of the meals is fantastic and makes the experience that bit more exciting! The Sirloin Steak is cooked to perfection and served exactly how it is requested. It comes served with triple cooked chips that were desirably fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. It was also served with Mushrooms, a stuffed tomato, peas and upon request there are choices of sauces to accompany the meal. Sampling a range of the desserts was definitely a real treat! They have a wonderful range of desserts including the warm delights of Sticky Toffee Pudding, Winter Crumble with Clotted Cream, Chocolate Fondant and Crème Brulee, just to name a few. The homemade chocolate fondant melts in the mouth. It is served with vanilla ice cream topped with indulgent homemade dark chocolate fudge.

The service is with a smile, pleasant and approachable. A highly recommended choice would be to sample The Elburton Inn’s burgers on a Wednesday with a meal for 2 and a bottle of wine for only £20. So why not escape those winter blues and enjoy high standard, local produce at great value in a relaxing atmosphere. The Elburton Inn, Elburton, PL9 8HX Tel: 01752 403213

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Mothering Sunday is fast approaching and as we rush round grabbing cards, flowers and chocolates, spare a thought for those mums of old who were so down-trodden this was the only day they got a break.

world to dedicate a day specially to mothers when a clerical decree in the 1600s expanded the celebrations.

hile you might be treating your beloved mum to the latest home appliance, a meal out or a luxury spa session, mothers in days gone by were lucky if saw their offspring once a year. Although often called Mothers’ Day, Mothering Sunday has no connection to the American festival of the same name and is always celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent, which this year falls on March 10. The celebration has its origins in the ancient Roman Hilaria Festival to honour Cybele, mother of the Gods. This tradition gave way as Christianity spread through Europe and became part of Laetere Sunday, the fourth Sunday in Lent.

In times when it was common for children to leave home at the age of 10 to work as apprentices, farm hands and domestic servants, this was the only day of the year families were reunited.

Early English Christians used this day to venerate the Virgin Mary and Mother Church and usually celebrated at their local chapel - their ‘mother church’ - and were said to have gone ‘a-mothering’. England became the ﬁrst country in the

Returning sons and daughters who were in service often picked posies of ﬂowers for their mothers on the way to the service, hence the long-standing tradition. To enable them to further enjoy the celebrations, the Lenten fasting rules were relaxed and the day also became known as Refreshment Sunday. Young servants and maids were therefore allowed to bake a cake as a gift for their mother and fruit cakes with two layers of almond paste, known as Simnel Cakes, became a popular present. Of course it’s a fruit cake with a religious ﬂavour and is topped with 11 marzipan balls, signifying 11 of Christ’s

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eventually agreed to do both so the cake was named after them both - Sim-Nell. The advent of the Industrial Revolution almost spelt the death-knell for this tradition as harsh working conditions put paid to the annual celebration for the vast majority of the working poor. But with the inďŹ&#x201A;ux of American soldiers into England during the world wars, the tradition was revived by homesick troops, albeit on the second Sunday of May.

12 Apostles, minus the traitor Judas Iscariot. The name itself is likely derived from the Latin simila - a ďŹ ne wheat ďŹ&#x201A;our - but legend has it that a man called Simon and his wife Nell argued over whether the cake should be backed or boiled. They

The US celebration renewed interest in Mothering Sunday in England and today while it has retained its religious roots, the festival has evolved into a broader, secular celebration of motherhood. So go on, make some time just for your mum this Mothering Sunday. There was a time when it was the only day of the year you would get the chance.

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Hope For Hopeless Romantics!

Introducing Hotel Chocolat’s Valentine’s Day Collection

ritish chocolatier and cocoa grower, Hotel Chocolat, has launched a brand new range of Valentine’s Day gifts inspired by classic elegance – available online and in-store now. Featuring gorgeous new products and adored classics alike, they are all beautifully presented in the classic reds and pinks of 1.

the season and ﬁlled with Hotel Chocolat’s premium chocolates, so they’re perfect for unforgettable gestures of love from hopeless romantics and secret admirers everywhere. Hotel Chocolat CEO, Angus Thirlwell, said, “On Valentine’s Day more than any other occasion, it really is all about the giving. So 2.

our Valentine’s Day Collection isn’t just full of our premium chocolate, each piece has alsobeen created to be a joy to give too – epitomising classic romance, with bright, positive colours that are optimistic, upbeat and uplifting.” Here are just some of the Valentine’s Day favourites: 3

1 & 2. KING & QUEEN OF HEARTS- £5.50 Play your cards right with these beautiful Kings & Queens of Hearts, cast in solid chocolate for your sweethearts everywhere. 3. CHOCOLATE LOVEBIRDS AND LOVE HEARTS - £10 Cast in classically creamy 40% milk and tangy strawberry chocolate. Beautifully intricate hand drawn designs that will be sure to set heart aﬂutter.

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New showroom now open! System KBB are celebrating 25 years in business with a fantastic new showroom...

he best way to view a range of products is to see them ﬁrst hand. Brochures are great to get an idea of the product, but a showroom is the perfect way to view all the features. This is why, at System KBB, they are determined to present their range to its best advantage for the customer. Now celebrating 25 years in business, based at Stowford Business Park in Ivybridge, they are creating a brand new showroom to display kitchen, bathroom and bedroom furniture. Joyce Roberts, Director of System KBB has seen dramatic developments in the industry over the years and is delighted with the quality of products that are on the market today. “Everything has improved tremendously. Showers have a lot better enclosures and all the products are a lot easier to use”. The showroom will be gradually transformed over the next few months, with new displays being installed and some added to existing pieces. System KBB has become a Neff Partner, so visitors will be able to see a working Neff Kitchen in the showroom, 28 Feb/Mar 2013

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including a working hob and ideal boiler. This will be extremely helpful for customers when planning to buy a new kitchen. “Because we are changing the showroom we will have more kitchens. It is going to be more contemporary – showing all the different things people can have,” says Joyce. While System KBB offer a fantastic variety of modern fittings, they have a versatile range of traditional styles, so they can cater for all tastes. “We are showing some of the modern free standing and wall hung items – but we also have a Burlington suite featuring a slipper bath and old fashioned pedestal with a base sink and toilet unit.“ Not only do the company offer standard sizes, but they have a bespoke service for made to measure fittings where everything is tailored to the specific requirements of the customer. Whatever your personal requirement and choice of purchase, System KBB ensure realistic prices and a high

level of customer service. “My pet hate is once a company has taken your money they don’t care anymore,” says Joyce. Fortunately at System KBB much of the business is through “Word of mouth and recommendation.” The Showroom is in an ideal location, with close proximity to the A38, making it easily accessible for customers living in Plymouth, Plymstock, Plympton and the surrounding areas. With its workshop on the premises and a team of ﬁtters and allied trades to deal with all aspects of installations, everything is arranged for you, so all you need to do is enjoy the ﬁnished job. Visit the showroom to view the quality of the products available at System KBB, so you can see how good your new kitchen, bedroom or bathroom will look in your own home.

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CONGRATULATIONS Well done to all the winners of our last ‘Text 2 Win’ Competition in issue 49! Jo Pen-Collings from Plympton won a Festive Hamper from The Famous Lee Mill. Kenneth Brettell from Lincolnshire won a Sleekster Classic Double Layer Selection from Hotel Chocolat.

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Feb/Mar 2013 Royal Plymouth. One of Shakespeare’s best loved comedies of love and confusion, Twelfth Night tells a twisted tale of mistaken identity, transformation and deception. With a man playing a girl disquised as a boy, illusion and reality are almost indistinguishable. Dark and delightful, the play asks ‘What happens when you fall in love with the wrong person?’ and the answer is both beautiful and bittersweet.

Paloma Faith 15th February, Plymouth Pavilions A captivating entertainer and theatrical fashion chameleon, Paloma Faith’s debut album, ‘Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?’ remains a glossy collection of retro-referencing soul and sassy pop. In support of her incredible second album Fall to Grace, Paloma Faith has announced a series of UK tour dates, returning to Plymouth Pavilions on Friday 15th February.

High Society 19th - 23rd February, Theatre Royal Get ready for a dazzling new production from the award winning producers of The King and I.

High Society Haunted Plymouth Ghost Walk 3rd February & 3rd March, The Barbican Plymouth is a city rich with history, atmosphere and above all else its fair share of Ghosts, Ghouls and classic hauntings. Stroll through the ancient cobbled streets of Plymouth, hear tales of old haunted inn’s, phantom spectres and genuine stories of what has been witnessed in the past by those who have come face to face with the darker side of Plymouth. Tickets are available from your guide upon arrival.

Little Mix 11th February, Plymouth Pavilions Having captured the hearts of the nation with their winning chemistry, musical sensibility and breath-taking vocal prowess, X Factor winners Perrie, Jesy, Leigh-Anne and Jade shot straight to No1 with their debut single.

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With the UK’s music scene in need of a fresh-faced girl band, Little Mix are blessed with the tunes and personalities to stake their claim as the most thrilling prospect in chart music today!

The Taming of the Shrew - Propeller 12th - 16th February, Theatre Royal Two disguised, competing suitors clamour for the hand of beautiful Bianca whilst gold digging Petruchio agrees to wed her viciously ill-tempered sister Kate, sightunseen. The difference between marrying for love and marrying for money, however, becomes increasingly difﬁcult to judge. This brash, brutal and darkly comic story pulls no punches.

Twelfth Night - Propeller 13th - 16th February, Theatre Royal The internationally acclaimed Propeller makes a triumphant return to the Theatre

Wealthy socialite Tracy Lord is in the midst of planning a lavish summer wedding when her ex-husband Dexter Haven turns up to disrupt the proceedings in an attempt to try and win her back. As the day of the wedding draws closer we’re left guessing which groom the bride will choose!

The Carlton Big Band Live! 24th February & 24th March, The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, 12.30pm -2.30pm The Carlton Big Band returns at this attractive new venue, playing a whole spectrum of music from the vintage jazz sounds of Glenn Miller, to the timeless pop classics of Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, and Van Morrison. There will also be some punchy Latin numbers for salsa lovers. You can expect to be thrilled by the exciting big band sound that Carlton Big Band can produce. Tickets are available in advance at £7 from RCYC Tel: 01752 664327 or Kerry’s Music Tel: 01752 227120 or £8 on the door.

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Leisure Driving Miss Daisy 25th February - 2nd March, Theatre Royal Driving Miss Daisy is the charming tale of the unlikely friendship that blossoms between a prickly, elderly southern matriarch, Daisy Werthan and her kindhearted chauffeur, Hoke Colburn who is employed by Daisy’s son, Boolie Werthan. As the wheels turn and the decades roll by, the pair slowly transcend their differences and ultimately grow to rely on each other far more than either ever expected.

Anton & Erin Go To Hollywood 27th February, Plymouth Pavilions In a salute to the Golden Years of the MGM musicals, The UK’s favourite dancing duo Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag are back with a dazzling new show, featuring sassy tunes, sensational choreography and sparkling costumes that conjur up all the ﬁzz and razzmatazz of glamourous Hollywood at its best. This is a show not to be missed for fans of Strictly!

Continental Market 28th February - 3rd March, Armada Way The hugely popular Continental Market is returning with a wide variety of delicious and exciting produce brought to you by traders from across the globe, including a German Bakery, Caribbean Food, Cheeses & Wines, Italian Deli and Belgian Chocolate & Fruit Dip just to name a few. This event is sure to cater to all tastes, allowing you to sample an array of cuisines, local hand crafts & produce.

Birmingham Royal Ballet - Aladdin 6th - 9th March, Theatre Royal A run-in with palace guards leads young tearaway Aladdin into a whirlwind of adventure and romance, involving unbelievable riches, love at ﬁrst sight, treachery and of course a magic lamp. Created for the National Ballet of Japan in 2008, Aladdin boasts choreography by David Bintley, the creator of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s brilliant Cinderella, and music by Carl Davis, composer of the Company’s Cyrano and numerous well-known television scores including Pride and Prejudice.

Chinese State Circus 11th - 12th March, Plymouth Pavilions 2000 years of tradition explode on stage with a spectacular 2 hour extravaganza with 30 Chinese artists who perform remarkable acrobatics, martial arts and live musicians. The show features acts including a remarkable

Chinese State Circus a remarkable display of human juggling, the superb swinging poles, the sensational contortionist and dynamic hoop divers with their amazing acrobatics.

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra - Hollywood Blockbusters

Suitable for an audience of all ages, with evocative sets, a soaring musical score and extravagant costumes, this will entertain the entire family long after the ﬁnal curtain falls.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra return to Plymouth Pavilions with the sound of Hollywood Blockbusters. The concert features classic ﬁlm scores which have accompanied numerous memorable Hollywood hits throughout the glittering history of cinema, including music from; Romeo & Juliet, Pirate of the Caribbean, Troy, Armageddon, Schindler’s List, and many more.

New Jersey Nights 11th - 16th March, Theatre Royal The international hit show New Jersey Nights takes you on a musical journey celebrating the greatest hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Featuring four great singers, perfect harmonies, stylized costumes, a rockin’ live band and amazing dancers, New Jersey Nights delivers all of the Four Seasons’ hits, including: Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Let’s Hang On, Walk Like A Man, Oh What A Night and many more.

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Make and Take: Eggstra Special 30th March, 11am to 12 noon & 1.30pm to 2.30pm, Plymouth City Museum It’s Easter! Be creative and make a chick in a basket plus some other seasonal keepsakes to celebrate the start of the holidays. Admission is free but book your places in advance on 01752 304774.

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The value of good quality care homes in our community These days, life in a reputable care home is a positive outcome for many older people who beneﬁt from the regular contact and support of having people around them 24 hours a day.

ife in a care home can be very good indeed with three delicious cooked meals a day, regular hot and cold drinks, snacks and home baked cakes and biscuits. A friendly face who knows you well enough to detect if you seem a bit ‘off colour’ or just ‘not yourself’. People around, to keep an eye out should you fall or just not be able to get up and about as easily as you used to. The reassurance of knowing that trusted help is close at hand from people who understand the challenges and frustrations growing older can bring. Care staff there to protect your dignity in difﬁcult times and support you to make your own choices to live as full a life as you wish to. Care homes are just that – ‘Home’ where you are cared about – just like our own family homes. A place of comfort, safety and familiarity, a care home provides a secure base for the person who lives there and relieves loved ones

from the worry of something going wrong for a person living on their own. Care homes offer employees a rewarding career that develops professional skills and knowledge as well as diploma qualiﬁcations. Increasingly recognised as hubs of excellence, medical staff work within the care sector during their university degrees to gain valuable training, understanding and appreciation of care of the elderly. These days a career in care is both satisfying and (due to the high level of professionalism now demanded) highly respected within the community.

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Bullet To The Head In cinemas from 1st February A hit man teams with a young Washington DC detective in a high-stakes investigation. The unlikely duo, brought together by two vicious murders, take on all who stand in their way, willing to sacriﬁce everything to exact revenge. Stars Sylvester Stallone and Christian Slater.

Flight In cinemas from 1st February A pilot crash lands a plummeting airplane and saves almost everyone on board, but after an investigation into the malfunctions, something troubling is revealed. Stars Denzel Washington and Kelly Reilly.

Hyde Park on Hudson In cinemas from 1st February The story of the love affair between FDR and his distant cousin Margaret Stuckley,

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in the choir. The new experience takes him on a journey of self-discovery and he is forced to re-think his outlook on life.

Stars Bill Murray, Laura Linney & Samuel West.

Stars Gemma Arterton, Christopher Eccleston and Vanessa Redgrave.

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Wreck-It Ralph

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A love story about one of the most influential filmmakers of the last century, Alfred Hitchcock and his wife and partner Alma Reville. The film is but a snapshot of their journey through the making of Hitchcock’s seminal film ‘Psycho’.

Wreck-It Ralph longs to be as beloved as his game’s perfect Good Guy, Fix-It Felix. Problem is, nobody loves a Bad Guy.

Stars Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson and Jessica Biel.

Song For Marion

Ralph sneaks into the game with a simple plan and accidently unleashes a deadly enemy that threatens every game in the arcade. Stars the voices of John C. Reilly, Jack McBrayer and Jane Lynch.

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A Good Day To Die Hard

Arthur is the grumpy husband of Marion, who is terminally ill yet continues to participate with enthusiasm at her local seniors’ choir. As Marion’s health deteriorates, Arthur agrees to take her place

John McClane travels to Russia to help out his seemingly wayward son, Jack, only to discover that he is a CIA operative working to prevent a nuclear-weapons heist, causing

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Run For Your Wife In cinemas from 14th February Follow John who has been involved in bigamist marriages for ﬁve years. He embarks on a hectic 24 hours with the assistance of his gullible neighbour, Danny and rushes between Kennington and Finsbury attempting to prevent his two loving wives coming face to face! Stars Danny Dyer, Sarah Harding, Judy Dench, Neil Morrisey, and Denise Van Outen.

This Is 40 In cinemas from 14th February This Is 40 follows the story of characters from Knocked Up; Pete and Debbie as they reach the middle-age milestone. It shows a deeply honest portrait of the challenges and rewards of marriage and parenthood in the modern age. Stars Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann.

Cloud Atlas In cinemas from 22nd February An exploration of how the actions of individual lives impact one another in the past, present and future, as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero, and an act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution. Stars Tom Hanks, Halle Berry and Hugh Grant.

Mama In cinemas from 22nd February A couple are faced with the challenge of raising Lucas’ young nieces, who were discovered in a forest after being lost there for ﬁve years. Nobody knows how they survived in the forest for that long, until it becomes apparent that the girls are being haunted by a ghostly woman they believe to be their mother. Stars Jessica Chastain, Nikolaj CosterWaldau and Megan Charpentier.

Broken City In cinemas from 1st March While investigating the wife of New York City’s mayor, an ex-cop turned P.I. ﬁnds himself in the middle of a larger scandal. He is hired to investigate the First Lady’s extra-marital activities, but not everything it what it seems and he is drawn into a vast political conspiracy.

This is 40 Stars Mark Wahlberg, Russell Crowe and Catherine Zeta-Jones.

Identity Thief In cinemas from 1st March When a mild-mannered businessman learns his identity has been stolen, he hits the road in an attempt to foil the thief and it puts him in the path of a deceptively harmless-looking woman. Stars Jason Bateman, Melissa McCarthy and John Cho.

Stoker In cinemas from 1st March After India’s father dies, her Uncle Charlie, who she never knew existed, comes to live with her and her unstable mother. She comes to suspect this mysterious, charming man has ulterior motives and becomes increasingly infatuated with him. Stars Mia Wasikowska, Nicole Kidman and Matthew Goode.

Oz The Great and Powerful In cinemas from 8th March A stage magician is hurled into a fantasy world, and must use his wits to stay ahead of three enchantresses who have plans for

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him. Putting his “magical” arts to use, Oscar transforms himself into the great and powerful Wizard of Oz. Stars James Franco, Mila Kunis and Rachel Weisz.

Burt Wonderstone In cinemas from 15th March Magician Burt Wonderstone splits from his long-time stage partner after a street magician steals their thunder. By spending some time with his childhood idol, Burt looks to remember what made him love magic in the ﬁrst place. Stars Steve Carell, Jim Carrey and Olivia Wilde.

Jack the Giant Slayer In cinemas from 22nd March An ancient war is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth for the ﬁrst time in centuries, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing the young man, Jack, into the battle of his life to stop them. Stars Nicholas Hoult, Stanley Tucci and Ewan McGregor.

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