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Christopher Nolan's 'Dunkirk'; Matt Lauer fired; Women in Film help line
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Christopher Nolan's 'Dunkirk'; Matt Lauer fired; Women in Film help line

The director's WWII film returns to theaters as awards season heats up in Hollywood; "The Today Show" co-host Matt Lauer was fired amid allegations of sexual misconduct; the group Women in Film is launching a help line to support victims of harassment.
Director Christopher Nolan and actor Kenneth Branagh on the set of "Dunkirk."
Director Christopher Nolan and actor Kenneth Branagh on the set of "Dunkirk."
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The director's WWII film returns to theaters as awards season heats up in Hollywood; "The Today Show" co-host Matt Lauer was fired amid allegations of sexual misconduct; the group Women in Film is launching a hotline to support victims of harassment.

Christopher Nolan didn't want 'Dunkirk' to compete with 'Saving Private Ryan'
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The WWII movie is based on the true story of the Battle of Dunkirk, when British, Belgian and French forces were surrounded on an open beach by the German Army in 1940.
Women in Film announces new help line to combat sexual harassment in Hollywood
The non-profit group and the William Morris/Endeavor talent agency are launching a telephone help line for industry workers looking for legal and emotional support.