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Churchill and Britain's 'Darkest Hour'; Pixar chief allegations; Weinstein Co. buyers
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Churchill and Britain's 'Darkest Hour'; Pixar chief allegations; Weinstein Co. buyers

Anthony McCarten was inspired by Winston Churchill's oratorical skills for his "Darkest Hour" screenplay; Pixar chief John Lasseter is the latest Hollywood figure accused of sexual harassment; two companies led by women are interested in buying all or some of The Weinstein Co.
Kristin Scott Thomas and Gary Oldman in "Darkest Hour."
Kristin Scott Thomas and Gary Oldman in "Darkest Hour."
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Anthony McCarten was inspired by Winston Churchill's oratorical skills for his "Darkest Hour" screenplay; Pixar chief John Lasseter is the latest Hollywood figure accused of sexual harassment; two companies led by women are interested in buying all or some of The Weinstein Co.

'Darkest Hour' paints a nuanced picture of Winston Churchill
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Screenwriter Anthony McCarten says the film was inspired by Churchill's writing and oratorical gifts, which inspired a nation to persevere through WWII.