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7 maltatoday | SUNDAY • 2 SEPTEMBER 2018 TV, MUSIC AND BOOKS The Spy who dumped me – At the cinema Kamikaze – Eminem The Spy who dumped me Audrey and Morgan, two thirty-year-old best friends in Los Angeles, are thrust unexpectedly into an international conspiracy when Audrey's ex- boyfriend shows up at their apartment with a team of deadly assassins on his trail. Surprising even themselves, the duo jump into action, on the run throughout Europe from assassins and a suspicious-but-charming British agent, as they hatch a plan to save the world. The Innocents (Netfl ix) When teenagers Harry and June run away from their repressive families to be together, they're derailed by an extraordinary discovery - June's ability to shape-shift. A scientist tries to capture her and discover the key to her power. The series is in its fi rst season and can be seen on Netfl ix. The More You Ignore Me The More You Ignore Me is both a poignant and darkly funny coming-of- age story of about dysfunctional family life in 1980's rural England that's set to the music of The Smiths. The story follows Gina, whose efforts to be a loving mother and wife are undermined by her declining mental health and her growing obsession with the local weatherman, and her daughter Alice, who struggles to relate to her mum. In the meantime, Gina develops 'De Clerambault Syndrome', in which she imagines grand passions on behalf of others and reads secret meanings into ordinary conversations. The movie is being shown at Spazzju Kreativ on 4, 9 and 14 September for €7. Kamikaze- Eminem Guess who's back, back again? You've guessed it, shady AKA Eminem is back with a brand new album, just months after his last full-length project, 'Revival'. In his latest album, Eminem criti- cized Donald Trump, Mike Pence, whilst also making reference to the Weinstein scandal. Check the interesting album on Spotify or Youtube. Bloom – Troye Sivan Troye Sivan just released his second album, 'Bloom'. Kept at a brisk 36 minutes, the album offers a harmonious and vital pop record, creating an LGBTQ+ love anthem. Check the album out to listen to Sivan's pop songs, or head to Youtube to see his artistic music videos. Runaway – Passenger If you're looking for something a bit more relaxing and calm, put this album on your next playlist. Passenger's album 'Runaway' produces an intense lyrical soundscape featuring incredible instrumentation that is perfect for a quiet night in or a late-night drive Blanzuni Mbexxqa - Gorg Borg Blanzuni Mbexxqa is a diverse book which gives children the opportunity to encoun- ter different characters such as Alexia, consumed in a conversation with a sparrow; Michael, overpowered by a bad experience, Danica, who brought up a stray kitten and others. Gorg Borg is a known poet and author of several children's books. "Blanzuni Mbexxqa" is his fi rst book in a series of young children's books by Horizons. Naomi Gatt is the illustrator. 'Ponti' by Sharlene Teo Set in Singapore, Ponti tells the story of 16-year-old Szu, who has spent her entire life in the shadow of her beautiful, former-actress mother, Amisa. But when Szu meets an- other girl named Circe, the two strike up a potent, life-changing friendship. This debut novel is perfect for you if you love Zadie Smith or Elena Ferrante. The Astronaut Wives Club: A True Story by Lily Koppel This well-researched and well-written book is a great end-of summer read. Reading the book, you'll learn things you never knew about the lives of the fi rst American astronauts and their families that will amaze you told from the perspective of the wives them- selves. What to watch, listen to and read this week Movies and TV shows Music Books Blanzuni Mbexxqa – Gorg Borg