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The Gamblers(2007)

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It's All Gone Pete Tong(2004)

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The Business(2005)

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The Patriot(2000)

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The Delavine Affair(1955)

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The Murder Room(2004)

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Maurice(1987)

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Oasis(2002)

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The Crossing Guard(1995)

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