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The sign of a strong horror film is one that can properly shake and unnerve it’s audience without the need for or over reliance on jump scares or over the top gore. Instead, those that use filmmaking techniques, sound, editing, dialogue, cinematography and acting, to create a sense of dread and fear are the onesContinue reading “The Lighthouse Film Review”

One of the overarching themes around the films I’ve been reviewing so far this year is the ability of writers and directors to mix tones together. When this is done well, it can lead to incredibly intriguing films that almost defy genre and end up giving us something completely new and original. If done wrong,Continue reading “Parasite Film Review”

The Gentlemen, Guy Ritchie’s return to the crime genre, with the trailer being reminiscent of his previous classics Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch, was a film that looked like it was going to fit right with my usual tastes. His dialogue is usually snappy, the comedy always hits the right notes andContinue reading “The Gentlemen Film Review”

Being a huge fan of war films, with Saving Private Ryan being a personal favourite and having seen a behind-the-scenes feature on how this film was shot, as well as knowing about the Oscar nominations it has received, my excitement before seeing 1917 was strong. My biggest concern before going in was the potential forContinue reading “1917 Film Review”

“This is how I win” I don’t think a film has made me feel as tense in a long time. Uncut Gems, directed by Josh and Benny Safdie, tells the story of a jewel dealer named Howard, played by Adam Sandler, who owes several debts to several different people due to his gambling addiction andContinue reading “Uncut Gems Film Review”

After, in my opinion, one of the best years in film for a while in 2019, it was time to start off 2020 with a film in Jojo Rabbit that has already seen a release in the United States, as well as limited previews here in the UK. With there already being Oscar buzz aroundContinue reading “Jojo Rabbit Film Review”