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…
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 was filled with trepidation before watching this Netflix in-depth interview because I have never really warmed to David Letterman. His long-running late-night show on NBC often had me rolling my eyes as he interrupted guests with smug, unfunny comments. However, he seems to have mellowed, and this conversation with the Marmite Adam Sandler is…
Does having autism make someone more or less likely to become a killer? It’s an uncomfortable question, yet it sits at the heart of this undeniably tragic yet often frustrating documentary. The film never quite knows whether it wants to explore the mystery of a family’s demise or the complexities of neurodivergence, and that tension…
“I’ll Be Back.” When Arnold Schwarzenegger first uttered those now-iconic words, “I’ll be back,” the audience at London’s Eventim Apollo erupted into spontaneous applause and cheers of delight. For one night only on Sunday, James Cameron’s legendary sci-fi classic The Terminator returned to the big screen this time with a live orchestra performing the powerful score. The effect was electrifying. A massive drum, struck…
I have never seen a Paul Thomas Anderson movie before, so this is my first one. Don’t come for me. That said, I can now understand why people love his films. One Battle After Another is bold, chaotic, and strangely magnetic a film that feels both messy and meaningful at the same time. It’s very manly in…
When I first watched the trailer for this film I was hooked, and I didn’t know the story was inspired by the Bible story of Ruth. That caught my attention because I was curious how such an ancient story would be translated into a modern setting. This version reimagines Ruth as a hip hop artist…
I watched the original Spanish drama Our Fault a while back and absolutely loved it. So when I heard they were doing a London version, I thought it might be even better and I think I might be right. I’ll admit I’m a bit late to this, since it came out earlier this year, but it’s one…
You know those shitty slapstick movies that still manage to put a smile on your face? The Wrong Paris is exactly that kind of movie. It doesn’t take itself too seriously, and honestly, neither should you when you watch it. Yes, it’s low budget. Yes, it feels like a mash-up of The Bachelor and a Hallmark Christmas special without…
“You cannot reason with a tiger when your head is in its mouth.” Winston Churchill delivered this line straight to Halifax’s face in the War Rooms, and somehow Halifax still didn’t get the point. That’s the kind of sharp, cutting drama Darkest Hour thrives on. For me, this is easily one of the best war films of…
