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The Prime Minister’s Official Spokesman (PMOS) began with a quote from the Prime Minister about the Oscar nominations. Put to him that it was understood by the lobby that the PMOS did not give film reviews, the PMOS ignored them and said, "The fact that British actors, actresses, directors and films figure so strongly in the Oscar nominations is fantastic news. It is a real tribute to the increasing strength of the British film industry and to the incredible talents of all who work in it." Asked if the Prime Minister had actually seen any of the nominated films, the PMOS said the Prime Minister was talking about the fact that actors, actresses, directors and films which have been recognised, but the Prime Minister had not seen ‘The Queen’. Asked if it was a bit "un-PC" to use the term actresses, the PMOS said that as there was an award for the best actress so reporters may wish to challenge the Oscar organisers, not the PMOS.
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It would be interesting indeed to hear the Prime Minister’s view on The Queen, especially as he himself is depicted in it by actor Michael Sheen. Perhaps he will decline to comment officially for that reason, even if he has seen it.
Comment by Johnny Messias — 16 Feb 2007 on 1:35 pm | Link