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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 18h

My column today: RTÉ has plans for sitcoms that are ‘accessible, inclusive, mainstream’ and funny. What could go wrong?
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RTÉ’s quest to find the next Derry Girls, Young Offenders or Mrs Brown’s Boys

The broadcaster is seeking proposals for sitcoms that are ‘accessible, inclusive, mainstream’ and funny. What could go wrong?

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 6d

These are the most emotional speeches I’ve ever seen in my life. 🎾

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 7d

This Rinderknech-Vacherot final in Shanghai is the best thing that’s happened in men’s tennis all year. #BattleOfTheCousins

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 7d

My column today is on the BBC’s new three-year deal with a source of joy in my life: The Graham Norton Show is 50 minutes of chatshow alchemy delivered with aplomb #TheGNShow
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The Graham Norton Show is 50 minutes of chatshow alchemy delivered with aplomb

Some people hate laughter. But Norton’s chatshow loyalists will be relieved by the BBC’s new deal

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 13d

Sunday night fear is real. #Aras25

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 14d

Still in bed after last night’s Swiftogeddon… I might just not get up.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 14d

My column today: Donald Trump says the US film industry has been ‘stolen’. Was it one heist after another?
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Donald Trump says the US film industry has been ‘stolen’. Was it one heist after another?

If the US president catches Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest, he’ll surely be delighted by a film shot on home soil. Right?

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 21d

I thoroughly enjoyed #OneBattleAfterAnother but be aware that if you go see this film in 70mm at the IFI, there absolutely will be a queue for the gents afterwards.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 21d

My column today: Slow Horses, the very British hit about misfit spies, is back and its budget is showing
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Slow Horses, the very British hit about misfit spies, is back and its budget is showing

The BBC passed on the show, according to Apple TV’s Europe boss. It was a mistake worthy of Slough House

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 22d

I see the return of The Graham Norton Show tonight was really just a warm-up for next week’s appearance by Taylor Swift.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 24d

Another rapturous night in the church of Self Esteem — she just gets better and better. Anyone in the Olympia daring to carry on a conversation during her vocals got thoroughly shushed. Prioritise listening! 🎶

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · 24d

Traitors Ireland: ‘Poetic justice’ say the winners, but will the show be back on RTÉ?
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Traitors Ireland: ‘Poetic justice’ say the winners, but will show return to RTÉ?

Live screening of finale brings whoops and cheers, with the winners far from the only people celebrating

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 17

Not surprised Gorillaz have announced a second Dublin date judging from a) the presale interest earlier and b) how incredible their post-pandemic gig here was.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 16

A reminder to TV schedulers. #RobertRedfordRIP

Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Nov 18

Three Days of the Condor is a Christmas film.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 16

Let out a big “aww” at the Robert Redford news.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 15

All Slane gig-goers are familiar with the enchanted forest. It’s a magical place that expands exponentially in the time that you’re at the gig. #TraitorsIRL

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 15

Sadie Frost’s documentary #Twiggy is on BBC2 tonight and worth watching — it’s an uplifting portrait of someone who found more than one form of success (while being patronised along the way).

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 14

Director Neasa Hardiman: ‘The film industry here has become world class. It’s incredibly exhilarating’

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Director Neasa Hardiman: ‘The film industry here has become world class. It’s incredibly exhilarating’

"Oh my god, the landscape of the film industry in Ireland has changed absolutely radically, and it is world class. That’s been incredibly exhilarating for me as someone who has had to go to other coun...

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 13

Miriam Margolyes: ‘I can do naughty stories... but I’m more than just a potty mouth’
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Miriam Margolyes: ‘I can do naughty stories... but I’m more than just a potty mouth’

The British veteran of stage and screen on visiting Ireland, speaking out against Israel and being known for more than her ‘naughty stories’

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 12

I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, but my favourite scene was one in which the Earl of Grantham and Lady Mary visit a property in London. Just exquisitely played.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 10

I really miss the Sportsday programme that until recently was on BBC News at this time. Its runtime meant it reported on more than just the usual men’s team sports we all get hit over the head with, and it was a great way to hear some fascinating people tell hugely emotional stories. A sad cutback.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 9

But killing a known enemy creates an unknown enemy at this stage of the game.

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 9

The rationale is that there is no real advantage to getting rid of Traitors at too fast a pace. If you know your enemy, you’re in a stronger position. #TraitorsIRL

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 8

It gets easier with each passing year to understand the civil war. #TraitorsIRL

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Laura Slattery @lauraslattery.bsky.social · Sep 7

Florals? For spring? Good for SEO. In this week’s column, I’m worried about how Runway might be faring in this age of maximising engagement: New era at Vogue, but how is The Devil Wears Prada sequel shaping up?
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New era at Vogue, but how is The Devil Wears Prada sequel shaping up?

Chloe Malle says the Condé Nast magazine is ‘scrappy’. That’s not very Miranda Priestly

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