Director Denis Villeneuve has his work cut out for him as he delivers the notoriously complicated Dune. This is science-fiction on its grandest scale, delivering many worlds, many families, a complex political structure and back-story beyond back-story. At the same … Continue reading Dune (2021) Review
The best documentaries create interest from what is seemingly mundane. What begins as a simple daily dive into freezing water becomes a story of friendship, nature and life itself, as well as a comment on the bond between humans and … Continue reading My Octopus Teacher (2021) Review
You can’t fault Marvel for changing the scope and ambition of their stories. Not content with stories which span galaxies and time, we now we have immortal creatures who are tied to the creation of the universe itself, including a … Continue reading Eternals (2021) Review
The first thing you will notice about Wolfwalkers is how different the animation feels. It has a “rough and ready” look that suits the movie and the story really well. This is a retelling of an old Irish folk tale … Continue reading Wolfwalkers (2020) Review
If Stand by Me was the definitive coming of age story for young boys, then Now and Then seems to trying to do the same thing for young girls. All the classic story beats are there, from four lifelong best … Continue reading Now and Then (1995) Review
Its a fantastic “What if” scenario that One Night in Miami brings to life. What if after Cassius Clay defeated Sonny Liston, the boxer met and spent the night with political activist Malcolm X, footballer Jim Brown and singer Sam … Continue reading One Night in Miami… (2020) Review
The last 30 minutes of Free Solo is as perfect a movie-watching experience as you’ll get. That isn’t to dismiss the first hour of the movie though because without the background and the detail of the feat and scale of … Continue reading Free Solo (2018) Review
This should not be a story which resonates today but unfortunately, a movie which focuses on injustice, freedom of speech and police brutality still has relevance. It is important then that it is delivered well, with a fantastic cast, great … Continue reading The Trial of the Chicago 7 (2020) Review
As you watch Hocus Pocus you get the distinct feeling that they just don’t make films like this anymore. It treads a fine but very commendable line between horror and family fun which makes it very entertaining and a perfect … Continue reading Hocus Pocus (1993) Review
Hillbilly Elegy is the perfect example of how performances can elevate a movie beyond average. This is a film full of fantastic performances and people who make you believe their character and care about their story. Oscar winners who add … Continue reading Hillbilly Elegy (2020) Review
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