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David Lean and Laurence Olivier, Ralph Richardson … a lot of the films they were in or directed really helped shape who I am today.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Judge Neil Flewitt KC directed that verdicts of not guilty be recorded against the two defendants.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

There, the agent can access the dedicated funds and place trades as directed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

A documentary about the class, Classroom 4, directed by her childhood friend Eden Wurmfeld, is now streaming on PBS.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

The spirits agreed with the audience, “we were directed to ‘go forth, and let the truth be known,’” said Leah.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock