‘The Realm’ MOVIE REVIEW: A Riveting, Pulse-Raising Political Thriller from Spain
A politician finds himself being thrown under the bus in this impressive thriller.
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‘Peterloo’ MOVIE REVIEW: Mike Leigh’s Massacre Exploration is Flawed, But Still Leaves a Mark
Mike Leigh seems to get carried away with himself, continually repeating that which does not need to be repeated.
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‘The Night Eats the World’ MOVIE REVIEW: Arthouse Zombie Film Bites Down on Contemplation
While it does not always stick the landing, it is still a refreshing interpretation of the old-fashioned zombie flick.
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‘Thriller’ MOVIE REVIEW: Netflix Compton Horror Flick is a Blunt Slasher
Not a complete fail, but offers no real scares or even someone to cheer on.
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‘The Man Who Killed Don Quixote’ MOVIE REVIEW: Terry Gilliam’s Long-Awaited Film is a Mess
There are flashes of Gilliam-esque mischief to savour, but it’s just too much of a mish mash to enjoy
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‘The Hole in the Ground’ MOVIE REVIEW: Parenting a Creepy Kid in Haunting Irish Horror-Thriller
While it does leave you wanting a little more, it features strong performances and is undeniably atmospheric.
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‘Pimped’ MOVIE REVIEW: A Deliciously Dark Aussie One-Night Stand Nightmare
A tightly structured, violent exploration of toxic masculinity and victim blaming.
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‘The House That Jack Built’ MOVIE REVIEW: Matt Dillon Kills in Lars von Trier’s Latest Provocation
A nasty film that sets itself up to be dissected and scrutinised by viewers long after the credits have rolled.
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‘Arctic’ MOVIE REVIEW: Mads Mikkelsen is Excellent in Desolate Survival Film
Whilst Mikkelsen puts in a strong performance, this survival tale needs a little more meat on its shivering bones.
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‘On the Basis of Sex’ MOVIE REVIEW: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Biopic Compels, Despite a Heavy Hand
As a history lesson, it can be compelling, but overwrought emotions and cliches aren’t necessary with a message this clear.
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‘Green Book’ MOVIE REVIEW: Mahershala Ali Shines Through Murky Racial Sermons
It’s charming and crowd-pleasing, but its angle on race relations does get a little icky.
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‘Outlaw King’ MOVIE REVIEW: Chris Pine’s Netflix Epic Wields a Blunt Blade
And it doesn’t help that Chris Pine’s Robert the Bruce is rather dull.
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‘Lean on Pete’ MOVIE REVIEW: Incessantly Downbeat Tone Stifles Coming-of-Age Drama
Strong performances from the likes of Charlie Plummer and Steve Buscemi elevate this downbeat journey.
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