So, what’s the story? And does it sound like a definitely or a maybe? (Look, I’m not sorry and there are a lot more where that came from.) This is the Alan McGee biopic I didn’t realise how much I needed. “A modern day fable…”, Creation Stories tells the unforgettable tale of infamous Creation Records… First look clip from Creation Stories Read More
First images for Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
I love Christmas and I love alliteration, so I can’t wait for this. In fact I’m so excited, I won’t even moan about watching a festive film on 13 November, which is when it’s out (worldwide!) Here’s what we can look forward to (yes, even you festive grinches): Set in the gloriously vibrant town of… First images for Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey Read More
Spells and sparkles in The Craft: Legacy trailer
24 years after The Craft, there’s a new coven in town. The synopsis: In Blumhouse’s continuation of the cult hit The Craft, an eclectic foursome of aspiring teenage witches get more than they bargained for as they lean into their newfound powers. Here’s what we can see in the trailer. Hannah (Cailee Spaeny) arrives at a… Spells and sparkles in The Craft: Legacy trailer Read More
Law Abiding Citizen gives us the People’s Choice Hannibal Lecter 3 stars
Killing with abandon, he doesn’t even leave his prison cell. And while all Clyde Shelton munches is the scenery and a decent steak, he does then murder his cell-mate with the bone. It was another Good-Bad Film Club evening last night, and I’ll not lie, this one – chosen purely for Gerard Butler – was… Law Abiding Citizen gives us the People’s Choice Hannibal Lecter Read More
Once more unto the seats, dear friends! How safe is safe enough?
Every release is a risk, and there’s always the fear that a misguided decision to re-issue Cats could ruin UK cinema for ever. Have you been back to the cinema yet? I have, though not nearly to the extent that I used to go. Partly this is due to the lack of films I want… Once more unto the seats, dear friends! How safe is safe enough? Read More
The Good-Bad Film Club watches The Chernobyl Diaries 3 stars
My friend and I have a regular evening Zoom movie watch, where we choose a film on Netflix or Amazon Prime then mute ourselves and both press Play at the same time. Let’s be honest, it involves liberal use of the Chat function so we can share our shock, boredom, hastily-googled movie facts and of… The Good-Bad Film Club watches The Chernobyl Diaries Read More
Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story 4 stars
The inspiring untold story about the unsung professionals, their struggles on screen to perform at the highest level, and their fight off-screen to be treated fairly and equally. Julie Ann Johnson’s entry into the stunt world in the 1960s in some ways sums up the assumptions faced by stuntwomen in one tiny anecdote: a casting… Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story Read More
Investigating Enola Holmes: The Case Of The Overthinking Critic
Very spoilery. If you’re not interested in what I got up to with a magnifying glass and a pipe, scroll down for the big plot reveals which are in bold. (My review is here.) The big message to Enola Holmes‘ audience is be yourself, but be prepared. It’s a terrifically fun adventure, perfect for a… Investigating Enola Holmes: The Case Of The Overthinking Critic Read More
The Devil All The Time: the devil is in the detail
Warning: full of spoilers, fire and brimstone. Well, spoilers anyway. My review is here. Character posters are at the bottom of the page. Despite the melodrama, multiple dead bodies and spiders, The Devil All The Time finishes – eventually – on a note that is both cathartic and hopeful. Arvin does survive. The ending is… The Devil All The Time: the devil is in the detail Read More
The Devil All The Time 3.5 stars
In Knockemstiff, Ohio and its neighbouring backwoods, sinister characters – an unholy preacher, twisted couple, and crooked sheriff – converge around young Arvin Russell as he fights the evil forces that threaten him and his family. An orphan boy, two romantically involved serial killers, a corrupt sheriff, several guileless young women, one preacher who believes… The Devil All The Time Read More
Bill & Ted 3: no Eddie Van Halen but we do get Dave Grohl
Warning: I’m absolutely going to tell you the ending, and then perhaps we can all sing Reach by S Club 7, the true song to unite humanity. (Or read my review! Here.) Sadly it’s not a happy meeting with Grohl, as it occurs five years in the future when “Sir” Bill and “Sir” Ted are… Bill & Ted 3: no Eddie Van Halen but we do get Dave Grohl Read More
Bill & Ted Face The Music 3 stars
Once told they’d save the universe during a time-traveling adventure, two would-be rockers from San Dimas, California find themselves as middle-aged dads still trying to crank out a hit song and fulfill their destiny. I’ve been waiting for Bill & Ted 3 for 29 years and I can tell you now it didn’t let me… Bill & Ted Face The Music Read More
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