They say that nearly all movies date, just some quicker than others. Think of the number of thrillers that, before mobile phones, revolved around telephone boxes, couples sleeping in separate beds, or the stop-motion special effects of the 1960s. These things might look quaint now, but they’re usually harmless reminders of the era in which…
The first Knives Out movie was a perfect example of a murder mystery. The plot was tight, the acting exemplary and it felt like a breath of fresh air when it was released in 2019. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for the second instalment, 2022’s Glass Onion which was an overblown vanity project with…
“Art is personal, you know that, Pop.” That single line captures the very soul of Jay Kelly, a film that lingers long after the credits roll. In that moment, the film quietly tells us how to watch it not as spectacle or punchline, but as something deeply intimate. Directed by Noah Baumbach and written by Emily…
For her debut short film Billie, Safi Tobi brings a sharp sense of humour to moments of discomfort, grief, and awkward human connection. Balancing comedy with emotional weight, the film feels both deeply personal and self-aware unafraid to poke fun at cinematic tropes while still taking its characters seriously. Having previously worked on major productions including Ted…
People falling in love will never get boring for movie lovers. Everyone enjoys the “will they, won’t they get together” narrative that drives most romantic dramas and comedies, so it doesn’t really matter if it’s a period piece or a sci-fi extravaganza. All we really want is to see our lovers make it to the…
The Golden Globes promised a reinvention this year new voters, new systems, new energy and yes, some things genuinely have changed. But here we are again, staring at a nominations list that somehow manages to feel both brand-new and déjà vu at the same time. The same old shows and the same old faces pop up, reminding…
Released in 1957 this classic story of justice, dignity and the fight for what is right unbelievably won no oscars at that year’s ceremony. It is now considered one of the greatest films ever made and sits comfortably in my all time top 10. There are no special effects, no grand sets and no over…
I don’t know what it is about this year’s Christmas movies, but they just aren’t hitting the same way they have in recent years. My Secret Santa had so much potential, and on paper it should have been one of the charming holiday standouts of the season. The premise is genuinely sweet: a single mom named…
As I have said in previous articles during the trial of the Hip-Hop superstar Sean “Diddy” Combs, his conviction for soliciting prostitution could be seen as a let off considering his abusive treatment of women over a long period of time. So, you would think that no matter how aggrieved Combs was with the new…
It’s that time of year again when I look back at my personal TV highs and lows and shout out a few favourites that might have slipped under the radar. It’s been a surprisingly strong year, with plenty of series giving films a proper run for their money. I’m sure I’ve missed many of your…
