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Anne Boleyn director Lynsey Miller stars in latest EE Film Stories short

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As part of EE’s partnership with BAFTA, the EE Film Stories: BAFTA Scotland short highlights how technology is keeping the film and TV industry connected throughout change – with mobile connectivity relied upon for casting, communication and directing in “the new normal”. Fresh from her recognition at BAFTA Scotland Awards last week, director Lynsey Miller (Deadwater… Anne Boleyn director Lynsey Miller stars in latest EE Film Stories short Read More

Songbird: the more things change the more we stay the same

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This is spoilery as I’m delving into some of Songbird’s characters (and John Wick: Chapter 2, for reasons which will become clear). My three-star review, which is here, is no more spoilery than the trailer. Rich people heading out of town, taking the virus with them; sweetly personal stories about the lengths people will go… Songbird: the more things change the more we stay the same Read More

War: Episode 10 (The Crown season 4 recaps)

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My series review is here. Or read my episode recaps: episode 1 (Gold Stick),  episode 2 (The Balmoral Test), episode 3 (Fairytale), episode 4 (Favourites), episode 5 (Fagan), episode 6 (Terra Nullius), episode 7 (The Hereditary Principle), episode 8 (48:1), and episode 9 (Avalanche). “A spoilt, immature man endlessly complaining unnecessarily, married to a spoilt, immature woman endlessly complaining unnecessarily…. War: Episode 10 (The Crown season 4 recaps) Read More

The Cyberpunk 2077 official launch trailer is here

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CD PROJEKT RED have released the official launch trailer for Cyberpunk 2077 in anticipation of the launch this Thursday 10 December.   The trailer dives deep into the world and story of Cyberpunk 2077, and explores the bonds players will forge, the dangers they will face, and the lengths they will go to in order to build their… The Cyberpunk 2077 official launch trailer is here Read More

Avalanche: Episode 9 (The Crown season 4 recaps)

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My series review is here. Or read my episode recaps: episode 1 (Gold Stick),  episode 2 (The Balmoral Test), episode 3 (Fairytale), episode 4 (Favourites), episode 5 (Fagan), episode 6 (Terra Nullius), episode 7 (The Hereditary Principle), episode 8 (48:1), and episode 10 (War). “Now – much more importantly, who is Billy Jo-el?” A white dress is being put in… Avalanche: Episode 9 (The Crown season 4 recaps) Read More

48:1 – Episode 8 (The Crown season 4 recaps)

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My series review is here. Or read my episode recaps: episode 1 (Gold Stick),  episode 2 (The Balmoral Test), episode 3 (Fairytale), episode 4 (Favourites), episode 5 (Fagan), episode 6 (Terra Nullius), episode 7 (The Hereditary Principle), episode 9 (Avalanche), and episode 10 (War). “when put in the ring with her Queen, the Iron Lady melted.” The episode starts with… 48:1 – Episode 8 (The Crown season 4 recaps) Read More

Greenland interviews: “It wasn’t your typical hero who’s going up there to punch a comet in the face”

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Wait, what? Is this a Gerard Butler film or isn’t it? Disasteroid flick Greenland – out in the US on 18 December online, and in the UK early in 2021 [UPDATE: 5 FEB] – is not, it turns out, your typical disaster film. Read my 4-star review and article here Director Ric Roman Waugh sees… Greenland interviews: “It wasn’t your typical hero who’s going up there to punch a comet in the face” Read More

Mini reviews: Mank, Billie & Sound of Metal 4 stars☆☆☆☆☆

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Here’s a quick overview of some fabulous four-star films I’ve seen in the last few days. Consider these mini reviews of maximum impact movies. Mank I would have posted earlier about Mank, but I was googling everyone. An excellent Gary Oldman plays screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz, laid up with a broken leg while writing Citizen… Mini reviews: Mank, Billie & Sound of Metal Read More

Who would even think of spoiling Christmas? Me! I mean Belsnickel! The Christmas Chronicles 2 recap

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Who needs Santa sacks when you can have Santa on sax (no I’m not even sorry). Mr and Mrs Claus are back in town (or rather, we’re back in theirs), so read on for a full-on spoiler recap of the film (if you want my review of the film, it’s here.) Ego, lying, viciousness, envy… Who would even think of spoiling Christmas? Me! I mean Belsnickel! The Christmas Chronicles 2 recap Read More

The Christmas Chronicles: Part 2 3 stars☆☆☆☆☆

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Kate Pierce, now a cynical teen, is unexpectedly reunited with Santa Claus when a mysterious troublemaker threatens to cancel Christmas – forever. If you want to read the full, spoiler-filled film recap, it’s here. Or see below for my review. Santa Kurt is BACK and with him Mrs Claus, played with warmth and backbone by… The Christmas Chronicles: Part 2 Read More

Mariah is back with the musical magic we all need this Christmas

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Is it too early for All I Want For Christmas Is You? Never! It’s always December somewhere in the world, plus this of all years we need to get our Christmas lists in early. She’s back with a glittery and glitzy, sparking and star-filled epic holiday extravaganza – with guests including Tiffany Haddish, Billy Eichner, Ariana… Mariah is back with the musical magic we all need this Christmas Read More