Movies

Back in 1949, Ealing Studios released their comedy classic Whisky Galore! starring Basil Redford, Bruce Seton, Joan Greenwood and Gordon Jackson. Based on the 1947 novel of the same name, the story is a true account of a World War 2 event. Scottish islanders off the coast of the Outer …

Three years ago, Sir Michael Caine starred in what was thought to be his final film with Glenda Jackson, who died before its release. The Great Escaper reunited the Hollywood legends on the big screen for the first time in half a century. The film is based on the true …

Anthony Mackie is best known for playing the new Captain America in the Marvel movies. But his latest action epic has just hit US cinemas and flopped spectacularly. Desert Warrior, the most expensive film produced in Saudi Arabian history, cost $150 million and has made less than half a million …

A favourite of an Oscar-winning filmmaker is now available to stream on Netflix. In the platform’s latest library update, a 2024 horror fantasy title tipped to become a cult classic for a whole new generation has arrived. I Saw The TV Glow is now accessible to subscribers of the service. …

Netflix fans ‘shouldn’t waste time’ on thriller called ‘Inception for imbeciles’ (Image: RELATIVITY MEDIA) A recent thriller that’s just landed on Netflix UK has been savaged by critics despite boasting considerable star power. This 2023 crime film, fronted by Ben Affleck, was added to the platform today (Thursday, 30th April), …

Back in 1971, Michael Caine starred as Jack Carter, a London gangster who returns home to the North East of England after his brother’s death. Suspecting there’s more to his sibling’s passing than meets the eye, Carter begins interrogations as he seeks revenge. Based on Ted Lewis’ 1970 novel Jack’s …

Back in 2020, Sir Sam Mendes released his World War 1 epic 1917 in the UK. The Oscar-winning movie, nominated for 10 Academy Awards, follows two British soldiers (led by George MacKay) on a mission to deliver a message to call off an attack the Germans were prepared for. Featuring …

The Michael Jackson movie has defied the critics with the biggest opening weekend of all time for a biopic, raking in over $217 million. Michael concluded in 1988, teasing “His Story Continues”, with fans awaiting confirmation of a sequel. The film’s original script included a third act with Jaafar Jackson’s …

Night Swim is a supernatural horror that continues to divide viewers (Image: Universal Pictures) A divisive horror film that continues to split opinion amongst viewers is set to disappear from a streaming service within days. Netflix subscribers have just over one week to catch Night Swim before it is pulled …

Trying to recreate the magic and, crucially, box office success of beloved iconic films is, as Tommy C might say, Risky Business. For every triumph like his Top Gun reboot, there is Grease 2, Speed 2, Matrix Resurrections and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The usual formula is …