by Sarah Cook Paul Thomas Anderson has carved out a totally distinctive filmography over the past 25 years from his debut Hard Eight through to 2017’s Phantom Thread. Along the way, he has jumped between genres with some films like There Will Be Blood and The Master far darker than some of his other work. His latest is the coming of age comedy Licorice Pizza … Continue reading Licorice Pizza – Review
by Sarah Cook When it comes to the great films of 2021, there is a multitude of factors to consider. A stunning lead performance could propel a film into perfection such as Benedict Cumberbatch in The Power of the Dog. An emotional story with a lot of heart could capture your soul like Mike Mills’ C’mon C’mon. Perhaps the outrageous body horror Titane from Julia … Continue reading Malignant – Review
by Chris Connor Jeremy Renner’s Clint Barton/Hawkeye has been a fixture in the MCU for a decade featuring in ensemble films like the Avengers franchise and Captain America: Civil War. The character finally gets his own vehicle in the shape of Hawkeye, the latest TV series in the franchise. The series also introduces the character of Kate Bishop who takes up the mantle of Hawkeye … Continue reading You Must Watch…Hakweye
by Sarah Cook Robert Eggers has only had two films, but he has made an impact on the film industry already. With sinister debut The Witch and bonkers sophomore outing The Lighthouse, Eggers has proved to be a unique and visually compelling storyteller. Now we’re ready for his third feature – fantasy epic The Northman. The story follows a young Viking prince on a quest … Continue reading The Northman – Trailer
by Sarah Cook Marvel is pretty much a spider at the centre of a web, growing ever bigger and ever more complex. It is all about weaving a story that is both engaging and exciting for both hardcore fans and general cinemagoers. The audience – us – are just the flies, ready to be gobbled up by the studio and their superhero stories. And boy, … Continue reading Spider-Man: No Way Home – Review
by Sarah Cook Grief can do strange things to a person. Whilst the hurt and anguish consume you, there is often an absurd nature to it as well. A giggle at a funeral, a family secret kept hidden, or a Paolo Sorrentino’s almost autobiographical work The Hand of God looks at humanity in its purest form – through woe and wit in equal measure. Academy … Continue reading The Hand of God – Review
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