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Tom Beasley

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Stationary words about moving pictures. Freelance film critic/journo. London Critics member. Editor @ https://www.voicemag.uk/. Host of a Waterloo Road podcast. 'Beta nerd' apparently. (he/him) Portfolio: http://tomjbeasley.wordpress.com/

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Quite heartening to see the growing evidence of a coalition of voters willing to work against the Reform. That's what got the Tories out in 2024, so hopefully it can help us avoid a Farage government at the next election.

03.03.2026 15:50 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

You could argue that there's no reason to attend meetings any more when you can just get AI to attend for you and summarise everything.

03.03.2026 11:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 It looks like the UK government is gearing up to upend copyright law in favour of AI companies, legalising the theft of their work.

This is despite creatives' huge protests, and despite previous proposals being roundly rejected by the public.

Please spread the word.

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02.03.2026 15:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2892    πŸ” 2419    πŸ’¬ 92    πŸ“Œ 469

I think I need to get "STOP FORCING AI PRODUCTS ON ME" tattooed on my forehead at this point. It's absurd.

03.03.2026 08:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Knot for me, that one.

26.02.2026 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

It has been fascinating over the last day or so to learn how big a gap there is between British and American people when it comes to understanding Tourette's.

The questions in this row are for the BBC and BAFTA, not for John Davidson.

24.02.2026 07:39 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

If even the #Baftas are joining the One Battle After Another train, this really is going to be a dull final few weeks of the awards season. It's a straight procession.

22.02.2026 20:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Robert Aramayo's dad is the sort of cheerleader we all need. Exceptional. #Baftas

22.02.2026 20:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

In Memoriam at the #Baftas really hammering home how brutal this year has been for losing incredible stars from the movie world.

22.02.2026 20:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The more I think about SirΓ’t, the more I think it's a genuinely astonishing film and it's a crime that it isn't winning anything. #Baftas

22.02.2026 20:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Well the Wuthering Heights movie is really quite terrible.

19.02.2026 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Astonishing performance from Cov tonight. Aggressive, physical, and clinical in front of goal. The promotion fire is well and truly burning again. #PUSB

16.02.2026 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

How many episodes of the new Lord of the Flies show before my wife gets bored of me leaning over and saying "it's all gonna go a bit Lord of the Flies" every five minutes?

13.02.2026 07:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Rather enjoyed #SendHelp, which definitely satisfied on the splatter front and benefits from Rachel McAdams being the queen of tonal shifts.

09.02.2026 18:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Where Do the Journalists Go Now? As media titans self-combust, what does that mean for reporters, their sources and the news we desperately need?

Very insightful, sobering piece about the future of journalism. mirandacgreen.substack.com/p/where-do-t...

09.02.2026 14:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The new Muppet Show special on Disney+ is really fun and everyone should watch it so they're forced to make more.

08.02.2026 11:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

CWR commentators said there were boos at full time. Fucking disgraceful. When did our fans become so entitled? #PUSB

07.02.2026 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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a blonde woman wearing glasses is standing in front of a diva branded belt Alt: Liv Morgan sighs

Always good to have a #RoyalRumble show where the Rumble matches are the least exciting part.

31.01.2026 23:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Darren Aronofsky's AI TV show could actually save art On This Day... 1776, backed by Time Magazine, tells the story of key moments from the American Revolution using AI tools. It's fair to say that it's no masterpiece, but what is its wider impact?

I think Darren Aronofsky's new AI TV show is so terrible that it could actually save art. www.voicemag.uk/blog/16128/d...

30.01.2026 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Lol this is the worst thing ever

30.01.2026 08:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A Robin balances effortlessly on the water’s surface, one foot just barely touching a small ripple. Its wings are slightly spread, displaying soft brown and orange feathers, while its reflection shimmers in the rippling water below. The moment is full of grace, capturing the lightness of the bird in an almost dance-like motion.

A Robin balances effortlessly on the water’s surface, one foot just barely touching a small ripple. Its wings are slightly spread, displaying soft brown and orange feathers, while its reflection shimmers in the rippling water below. The moment is full of grace, capturing the lightness of the bird in an almost dance-like motion.

A quick #FlyDay dip for this Robin!

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30.01.2026 08:01 β€” πŸ‘ 375    πŸ” 56    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

I cannot agree with this loudly enough!

28.01.2026 10:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Well if I was disappointed with 12 last year, this year's meagre total of 8 is quite the letdown! #BigGardenBirdwatch

25.01.2026 09:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How mistrust between the Faithfuls handed The Traitors the win The Traitors final is over, with the show's fourth series ending as dramatically as ever. We spoke to Faraaz, Jade, and Jack about those shocking final betrayals.

I spoke to the three defeated Faithfuls from last night's finale of #TheTraitors for @yahoouk.bsky.social...

24.01.2026 14:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Best finale of #TheTraitors ever? Zero notes.

23.01.2026 22:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Oscars 2026 nominations snubs, shocks, and surprises from Sinners to Wicked We now know the nominees for the 2026 Academy Awards, with Sinners and One Battle After Another the big contenders. But who missed out in the major Oscar categories?

I co-wrote this @yahoouk.bsky.social write-up of the biggest snubs and shocks from the #Oscars nominations today. uk.movies.yahoo.com/oscars-2026-...

22.01.2026 20:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

My garden bird feeders are buzzing with activity today, presumably just so they can take the mick and stay away during the @rspb.bsky.social #BigGardenBirdwatch at the weekend.

21.01.2026 12:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The biggest Golden Globes snubs and shocks from DiCaprio to KPop Demon Hunters One Battle After Another was the big winner at the 2026 Golden Globes, but Leonardo DiCaprio lost out on an acting award. How will this affect the Oscars?

I wrote a little bit about the winners and losers from the #GoldenGlobes, as well as what it all means for the #Oscars. uk.movies.yahoo.com/golden-globe...

12.01.2026 12:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Oscar-primed Hamnet isn’t as manipulative as its critics claim – review Jessie Buckley, already the Best Actress Oscar frontrunner, is remarkable as William Shakespeare’s wife Agnes in ChloΓ© Zhao’s speculative grief drama

HAMNET is a very effective depiction of grief at a time where life is so fragile it must be constantly scoured for meaning

09.01.2026 21:09 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Just when you think #TheTraitors couldn't top last night's cliffhanger. This show is bulletproof.

09.01.2026 22:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0