There are novels with a unique story, and there are novels whose authors have a unique backstory. "Ashura: A Filipino ...

Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany’s new TV drama is flat, airless and banal. It’s a crass affair with a thin, half-hearted performance from Sharpe Here’s my position. If you are going to create a ...

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Sky’s new drama Amadeus is an entertaining new take on Peter Shaffer’s original play about the rivalry between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (played by Will Sharpe) and the older composer Antonio Salieri ...

Paul Bettany also stars in this fun new adaptation of Amadeus. Plus: a mischievous Beyond Paradise festive special. Here’s what to watch this evening 9pm, Sky Atlantic This breathless romp, adapted by ...

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