I count myself as a fan of pretty much every movie genre, but there was always one looming genre which, due to bad experience, I had completely written off. At this time of year in particular, it is a genre which is seemingly impossible to avoid as well. Yep, I’m talking about horror!
Director: Scott Derrickson Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Tilda Swinton, Rachel McAdams Chiwetel Ejiofor, Benedict Wong, Mads Mikkelsen This review is spoiler free, and reveals no more than is seen in the trailers/some character details. The Overview A former neurosurgeon embarks on a journey of healing only to be drawn into the world of the mystic arts.... Continue Reading →
Director: Gavin O'Connor Starring: Ben Affleck, J.K. Simmons, Anna Kendrick, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson The Overview As a math savant uncooks the books for a new client, the Treasury Department closes in on his activities and the body count starts to rise. (Source: IMDb) The Good The trailers for The Accountant did a really great job... Continue Reading →
Director: Edward Zwick Starring: Tom Cruise, Cobie Smulders, Aldis Hodge, Danika Yarosh The Overview Jack Reacher (Cruise) must uncover the truth behind a major government conspiracy in order to clear his name. On the run as a fugitive from the law, Reacher uncovers a potential secret from his past that could change his life forever.... Continue Reading →
Once again I am breaking away from all that this blog stands for to review the second part of Charlie Brooker's excellent TV show, 'Black Mirror'. Firstly because I've already review 3 of the episodes that I was fortunate enough to see at LFF, so thought it was only right to complete the set. And... Continue Reading →
Director: Mira Nair Starring: Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo, Lupita, Nyong'o The Overview A Ugandan girl sees her world rapidly change after being introduced to the game of chess. (Source: IMDb) The Good A heart-warming true story such as this one surely deserves the Disney treatment, and there's no denying that they were probably the best... Continue Reading →
Hey everyone! So I feel like there's lots of things I need to update on, but in reality as I carry on typing this it will probably seem like less of a big deal, but we're here now and the title of this post has lead you to believe there's some changes, updates and new... Continue Reading →
Director: Andrea Arnold Starring: Sasha Lane, Shia LaBeouf, Riley Keough The Overview A teenage girl with nothing to lose joins a traveling magazine sales crew, and gets caught up in a whirlwind of hard partying, law bending and young love as she criss-crosses the Midwest with a band of misfits. (Source: IMDb) The Good I'm... Continue Reading →
Director: John Michael McDonagh Starring: Alexander Skarsgård, Michael Penã, Tessa Thompson, Malcolm Barrett, Theo James The Overview Two corrupt cops in New Mexico set out to blackmail and frame every criminal unfortunate enough to cross their path. Things take a sinister turn, however, when they try to intimidate someone who is more dangerous than they... Continue Reading →
Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, John Legend, JK Simmons The Overview A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles. (Source: IMDb) The Good After the roaring reception of Chazelle's debut film Whiplash at London Film Festival 2014, followed by its award success and general critical acclaim, it is no surprise... Continue Reading →
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