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  It’s hard to make a great horror film, and only a few have ever really done it. ‘Wolf Man’ - however, really had the potential to fit in with this group of acclaimed masterpieces in the horror genre, despite being set on prior pieces of media and is adapted from a similar ‘The Wolf Man’ starring Anthony Hopkins and released in 2010 (Which, believe it or not, I have not seen!)  Emotion, thrills and a strong family dynamic are buried in the movies premise, yet i’m sad to report that, though technically pleasing -  Leigh Whannels latest only hints at these. Sometimes simplicity is great, but it’s not effective when your audience knows exactly where the story is going to go, and - as a bonus - your characters are one-sided and filled with clichè. Though it’s cons stretch more than this..  Our narrative follows a couple and their daughter - played by Julia Garner, Christopher Abbott and Matilda Firth, respectively - who, for explained reasons, head over to stay at a r...

  The Assessment - which follows a couples seven day assessment to earn the right to have a child -  is a futuristic, fresh and innovative tale from director Fleur Fortune. Though it does have its shortcomings, including the interplay between the many themes the film tries to cover, the film ends up having a standout voice on parenthood and the lengths people should and would go to do such a thing successfully in a unique and profound manner. Both Himesh Patel and Elizabeth Olsen have fantastic chemistry together, and their performances elevate the assessment to a higher grade as one of the most interesting and fascinating films in recent years.  The film begins with our couples introduction to the terms and conditions of the parenting assessment, as well as their ‘assessor’ Virginia - superbly played by Alicia Vikander, who goes to extreme lengths to portray her character in a nuanced manner as she must act as a child that our protagonists must care for as part of the ...

  Arriving this Friday, January 10th, 2025, Get Away promises a mix of horror and comedy, starring Nick Frost, Aisling Bea, Sebastian Croft, and Maisie Ayres. The plot follows a family on a vacation to a remote island, where things take a bloody turn after they discover it’s inhabited by a serial killer. The film’s attempt to reinvent the horror-comedy genre is ambitious, with a fun plot twist that endeavors to reinvent a genre, but unfortunately, gets lost in a haze of tonal confusion and logic-defying absurdity—literally, brains are blown out (and not just metaphorically). From an entertainment perspective, the film hits a few high notes, particularly when it delivers its twist. It’s one of those moments that leaves you blinking in surprise, even if you have to suspend every ounce of disbelief afterward. The twist is effectively set up, and when it lands, it’s almost enough to redeem the film’s other faults. But let’s be clear—the logic is completely thrown out the window faster ...

  Creativity is a virtue. It can affect people emotionally, physically, and impact relationships with those around them. Unimaginable in direction, scale, and size, The Brutalist starts as a vivid reflection of the harshness of proving yourself and belonging in unfamiliar waters but rapidly turns into something more degradingly vulnerable that allows for a deeper reflection of an artist’s psyche.  Spanning over 30 years, the story of László Toth, a visionary architect, is engaging yet heartbreaking to watch. Escaping Europe after WW2, he comes to America without anything; only a few familial connections and a promise that his wife, who he got separated from, will join him shortly. Divided into 2 parts, the structure of this has a lot to do with László’s development, as his devastating reality is compared to an ever-growing, ever-changing, idealistic post-war American society. While he eventually gets recognized by a wealthy patron, it cannot be denied that this plays a big rol...

  Have you ever seen a film that you appreciate for its uniqueness,  but it just doesn't work? I'm sure you've seen many, and unfortunately, ' Nightbitch ' (Starring Amy Adam's as our unnamed protagonist) falls in to that category for me. The movie explores, in a unique manner, the nature of motherhood - yet it intertwines crazy plot threads that make it an honestly jarring watch... The movie follows a woman who pauses her career to be a stay-at-home mom, but soon things take a surreal turn following her domestication.  Things are actually pretty great with this film for the majority of the first act. Some light-hearted humor shown through the dynamic of a mother taking care of her son whilst the father is off and earning money as the breadwinner despite the mother having a passion. Our protagonist can actually be relatable for some too, and she does have a lot of depth when we see what her passion is and how her life can be outside of taking care of her mischie...

  After Ridley Scott’s quality drop in the world of filmmaking over the last few years, Gladiator 2 was anticipated yet speculated by many. Questions such as whether the acclaimed director can take another step into Ancient Rome without succumbing to mixed reception like his previous endeavors were prevalent, but the biggest one at the top of many minds was purely - will they, or will they not, be entertained? The answer to this is yes, for the most part at least. Scott’s venture back to the Colosseum to explore the story of Lucius - Lucilla’s (Connie Nielsen) mother - revamps the originals revenge-narrative into its own and somewhat distinct mini-spectacle with a lot to love, and a lot to dislike too.    For obvious starters, this films production design is incredible - and this is showcased from the films trailer. We’re spectacularly immersed into Rome again and due to technological advancements it all feels even more real. CGI is blatantly used and it at times is a lit...

  Comedy movies nowadays usually eliminate all logic to put emphasis on laughs that, especially in this day and age, barely even stick   the landing. In fact, I don’t think i’ve even seen a ‘good’ sole comedy film this year that isn’t intertwined with other genres. Then, after browsing   the   London film festival schedule, I came across ‘ The   Gutter ’ - starring Shamiek Moore and Susan Sarandon.   The   movie follows Walt, who lands work at a bowling alley with rich black-cultural history that is soon set to close due to poor maintenance - though, after a random muck-around with bowling pins, Walt finds out he’s extremely good at bowling, and enters tournaments to keep   the   alley alive. Whilst   the   film does have its shortcomings, it’s still one of   the   best comedies i’ve seen this year, even though it blows all logic out of   the window.  If someone gave me a penny for how many times characters do si...