Much of what’s been written surrounding this big screen adaptation of the popular television show has, quite understandably, centred on the heavily sexist leanings of its portrayal of Hollywood life. Anyone familiar with the series during its original run will be aware of these criticisms, though whether or not its more committed viewership have any…
The transition from creating a successful indie-comedy film to directing the difficult revival of a classic and adored franchise can be no easy task, yet Colin Trevorrow has done exactly that. Following 2012’s Safety Not Guaranteed, a film made with a modest $750k, Trevorrow graduated straight into blockbuster leagues to take the reigns on a…
The one saving grace I can really identify in Survivor, is that it was all mercifully over before I even realised thanks to its bite-sized 96 minute running time. The film follows Milla Jovovich’s ‘Kate Abbot’, a hot-shot processor of visa applications (as thrilling as that sounds) at the American embassy in London. Kate must…
If you’re a fan of the Avengers and Iron Man franchises, you should perhaps consider heading over to the Ibiza Summer Villas website to check out the company’s newest property listing. For a limited time only, holidaymakers are being offered the chance to book a stay in the Iron Man Mansion, located atop the cliffs…
From the uncomfortable introduction through to the uneasy small talk, there are few things more awkward than the first minutes of a blind date. Between the probing questions and exaggerated answers, no-one is quite who they say they are in those difficult opening moments but you’d hope that at least their name isn’t a complete…
Acapalla groups in my eyes are the unsung heroes of music today with a talent that is seemingly overshadowed due to the lack of a physical instrument. However, Glee managed to make this prominent in the eyes of the public, bring acapala to the mainstream. Pitch Perfect surpasses Glee in my eyes, due to it…
To say geek culture has become massive in the last few years is an understatement. This is no more evident than at the MCM Expo convention, held twice a year at the Excel Centre in London. It’s the British equivalent of the world-famous San Diego Comic-Con and the crown jewel in any self-respecting UK geek’s…
American Sniper is based on the life of Chris Kyle (Cooper), a Texas-born man with a natural-born skill behind a rifle, Chris became a sniper for the US forces in Iraq after seeing the devastation of 9/11 on the TV. The film follows Chris’s journey through training, the wear and tear romance between him and…
Can you believe it’s been over ten years since The Day After Tomorrow became the 21st century’s benchmark for formulaic disaster movies? Back in the days when Jake Gyllenhaal wasn’t yet a box office headliner, Dennis Quaid was somehow still clinging on as one, and the The Rock’s transformation into a Hollywood action star had…
Director: Brad Bird Starring: George Clooney, Britt Robertson, Raffey Cassidy, Hugh Laurie Backed by the Disneyland attractions of the same name, Tomorrowland has all the promise of an excellent adventure movie for kids and adults alike – mixing the childlike hope of director Brad Bird (Iron Giant, Ratatouille, Incredibles), the sci-fi concepts of writer Damon…
A chronic philanderer falls victim to an extortion scheme when he is abducted by four masked strangers demanding retribution for his sins. The Badger Game is the ultimate tale of revenge with a twist as finally, we see a showcase of cinema that reveals the minds behind the masks. Throughout many Horror movies, we are…
Director: Bharat Nalluri Starring: Peter Firth, Kit Harrington, Jennifer Ehle, Elyes Gabel If you’d never been to London and had only seen it in films, you’d probably get the impression that the entire city spends its day stood by the river, looking out pensively over the Thames whilst pondering on life’s great challenges. Spooks: The…
Director: George Miller Starring: Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron In a world gone mad, humanity is “reduced to a single instinct: survive”. The long-awaited Mad Max is finally here and it is nothing short of phenomenal. From the vert start to the fantastic final moments, Mad Max: Fury Road never eases off the throttle, brutishly exploding…
Director: Chris Rock Starring: Chris Rock, Rosario Dawson, J.B. Smoove, Gabrielle Union Maybe it’s the influence of co-producers Kanye West and Jay-Z but Top Five feels resolutely hip-hop, despite lacking a rapping protagonist. Chris Rock’s new film channels the vibe of New York streets and modern urban culture, creating a heartfelt comedy that entertainingly slinks…
Director: Jalmari Helander Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Onni Tommila, Ray Stevenson These days it seems like light-hearted action movies for young adults are increasingly hard to come by. Kids and teens are left with either superhero franchises or dystopian tales of Divergents in Hunger Games, and the market looks wide open for a “cheap and…
Director: Thomas Vinterberg Starring: Carey Mulligan, Matthias Schoenaerts, Tom Sturridge, Michael Sheen Other than action veteran Jason Statham and “so hot right now” Oscar Isaacs, there has been no-one more ubiquitous than Matthias Schoenaerts in 2015 UK cinema previews. Following stellar performances in Suite Francaise and A Little Chaos, the rising Belgian star now appears…
