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The Iron Claw (15)
Dir: Sean Durkin Cast: Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson, Maura Tierney, Holt McCallany, Lily James Zac Efron produces a career defining performance in this devastatingly powerful real-life wrestling drama For almost fifty years the film industry has continued to follow the same template when it comes to producing sports dramas. The vast majority… Read more
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Argylle (12A)
Dir: Matthew Vaughn Cast: Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O’Hara, Henry Cavill, Sofia Boutella, Dua Lipa, Ariana DeBose, John Cena, Samuel L. Jackson This ludicrously over-the-top spy caper remains relatively entertaining despite a convoluted plot, shoddy visual effects and a plethora of increasingly predictable twists Ever since his big screen debut in… Read more
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The Holdovers (15)
Dir: Alexander Payne Cast: Paul Giamatti, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Dominic Sessa Whilst it may not have had the emotional impact I was anticipating, Alexander Payne returns to form with this bittersweet festive dramedy Despite his work on several critically admired works over the years, I have never truly got on board with Alexander Payne as… Read more
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All of Us Strangers (15)
Dir: Andrew Haigh Cast: Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Jamie Bell, Claire Foy Andrew Haigh’s fantasy drama is a wonderfully acted and beautifully sombre meditation on love and loss Following the recent announcement of the Academy Award nominations for the forthcoming ceremony in March, there has been a huge backlash towards AMPAS regarding their “Oscar-worthy” selections.… Read more
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What to Watch in February
After a stacked month at the cinema, following the long awaited releases of award contenders Poor Things, The Holdovers, The Color Purple and All of Us Strangers, February will see the first major cinematic releases of 2024 films. Both Matthew Vaughn’s Aryglle and Sony’s Madame Web are big budget action blockbusters, hoping to kick the… Read more
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The Color Purple (12A)
Dir: Blitz Bazawule Cast: Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, H.E.R., Halle Bailey, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Ciara, Jon Batiste, Fantasia Barrino This musical adaptation of the classic novel is much softer than Spielberg’s 1985 version but still manages to deliver a powerful message thanks to fantastic production values, catchy songs… Read more
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