Equally matching the emotional intelligence of the first film, this clever and visually impressive Pixar sequel is the studio's best project in years despite not quite landing the same emotional punch as its predecessor.
Inside Out 2 (2024)
The Bikeriders (2024)
"The Bikeriders," directed by Jeff Nichols, features a charismatic ensemble and gritty realism, but falters in pacing. Despite its thin plot, Jodie Comer's performance stands out. Now showing in UK cinemas.
What to Watch in July
With the exception of the barnstorming "Inside Out 2", now the highest grossing film of 2024, May and June have been an underwhelming couple of months at the Box Office, with major releases such as "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" massively underperforming despite strong critical reception. Major studious will be hoping the enthusiasm surrounding Pixar's... Continue Reading →
My Top 10 Pixar Movies
My Top 10 Pixar Movies of All Time
Hit Man (2024)
Richard Linklater's 'Hit Man' is a smart and sexy romantic crime caper, featuring comedic brilliance by Glen Powell. With unique and unpredictable storytelling, it's a must-watch on Netflix.
Animated Feature: June 2024
The 2024 Academy Awards' Animated Feature category will see strong contenders like "Inside Out 2" and "The Wild Robot", with potential surprises from "Flow" and "Memoir of a Snail".
Adapted Screenplay: June 2024
The unpredictability of film adaptation categories makes it hard to pinpoint contenders. "Sing Sing" stands out for 2025 Oscars. Most predictions remain unchanged, with many unseen contenders.
Sting (2024)
"Sting" is a B-movie creature feature with a nostalgic throwback vibe, following a family's encounter with a rapidly growing arachnid. It lacks depth but offers entertaining escapism.
Original Screenplay: June 2024
The Oscars' Original Screenplay category is unpredictable, with a mix of writer-directors and diverse films. Potential contenders include "Anora," "Sing Sing," "Blitz," and "Challengers." The full list is available.
Supporting Actress Predictions: June 2024
Much like Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress is notoriously difficult to predict at this early stage due to the unknown cases of potential category down the line, not to mention that there is still over half a year of cinematic releases to premiere. Two performances already up for debate are Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana in... Continue Reading →
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