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I guess I should quit trying with Nolan films as Oppenheimer was (yet) another one of his that I didn’t like. I find him so self-indulgent and I can’t work out why he seems to have free rein. There’s a lot to admire (some good performances and I’m sure the audio will win some gongs) but it didn’t feel like a coherent film to me.

Exactly this. Having been in London for 20+ years now, I can’t believe how much busier the roads are now than when I first arrived. If I want to see my OH, I’ll have to pay congestion charge so I often take the train. It takes longer but costs about the same as a petrol/ccharge combo so I’m happy to do it. ULEZ has the same aim. It’s impossible to get anywhere quick on the roads even at midnight. Something needs to be done.

No better or worse than much of London.

One of the poorest parts of West London. Hounslow to be exact. The ULEZ has just been extended out here and I’ve seen very little pushback against it.

I do. Hasn’t negatively impacted anyone I know.

Stunning catch.

Looks gold to me

Undefeated have a special section of nose-branded gear. This is the image they've chosen on their site for it: Looks delighted, doesn't he?

Difficult to respond in any way that isn't spoilery but I don't think you'll be disappointed when you get the answers to your questions. I'm surprised it didn't get more love on VT than it did. Really top quality show.

It's still NRC for me.

Watching this from 2009. Staggering how little we’ve done in the time since.

Not sure where you've heard that. The overwhelming majority of the reviews aren't saying that (although I'm sure you can find some that do if you want to). Having seen the film, the messages land squarely, thoughtfully and with impact. It's not a perfect film by any means. It's certainly not the film most people would think it was going to be (prior to release) but it is a thoughtful film. It's got some great "fluff", some excellent gags but it's also got heart and central message that's important. That some have chosen to be offended by it is no surprise but then middle-aged men were never the best at taking feedback.

It’s a throwaway line at the end of the movie. She literally just says that’s where she is going as the credits roll.

I’ve seen it. It’s good. It’s a meditation on what it’s like to be a woman. On how men can treat women. On the power of self belief. Ben Shapiro should be nobody’s moral compass. He isn’t offended in the least by the film, he’s just a reactionary blowhard.

You live next door to @Genie?

I've been in that situation countless times. I live in a block of 20 flats and so many deliveries have gone to "a neighbour" without any indication of which one. By trial and error, I've now worked out which is the most likely one as they always grumpily bring things round 4 months later. It's a bit awkward having to go knock on their door now and ask if they might have taken a delivery for me as they make it very clear they don't like being disturbed. All-in-all it's a pain but it's my fault for doing too much online shopping.

Apparently conscious and a little embarrassed. Not sure if it was the heat or something more troubling. I guess time will tell.

I don’t think anyone here is going to believe me but the Barbie movie is excellent.

Another thumbs up for the latest Spiderverse. A touch too long but still very good. Barbie tomorrow. Not looking forward to that one but the reciprocal deal is we do Oppenheimer in the week. I’d not been to the cinema in six months and now four times in ten days! I’m going to get a popcorn overdose.

I might be mis-remembering somewhat but I do recall a few female posters who were regular (although not prolific) posters on VT in the past. At least one cited "ladz bantz" as the primary reason for quitting the site. I guess if VT were a commercial venture, we'd be trying to advertise ourselves to the young women who are interested in our ladies team but I don't think we'd be the most welcoming place for them.