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James Gunn’s fledgling DC Universe makes an interesting horror detour – and it absolutely pays off. Iconic Batman comic-book villain Clayface gets a violent R-rated origin story, and moulds something that is competently solid, with a little bit of heart thrown in. Arguably better than what anyone was really expecting – which is a massive compliment – especially after the summer blockbuster disappointment of Supergirl. Rising movie star Matt Hagen – played by relatively unknow

Not quite the triumphant comeback I’d hoped for – but still a fun time! I’m a huge fan of Sacha Baron Cohen. I’ve always thought there was something genuinely genius about the way he uses outrageous characters and hidden cameras to expose real issues, prejudices and the sheer ridiculousness of human behaviour – all while making us laugh at things we probably shouldn't. Whether it's Borat, Brüno or Ali G, his greatest trick has always been getting unsuspecting people to reveal

Calling this the best Street Fighter movie ever would sound impressive – if the previous two movies weren’t so horrendous. From a very low bar, this does better than the campy 1994 version – but that really isn’t saying much. The latest attempt to ignite the iconic Capcom beat ‘em up video game into a viable Hollywood blockbuster franchise is at the very best ‘patchy’. Over a chaotic two hours it throws a lot of ideas at the wall – but very few stick. It admirably tries to pr

If you’re thinking this is a one-trick whale – it couldn’t be further from the truth. It might seem like a stretch for the entire runtime of a movie being based on a scuba diver being swallowed alive by a sperm whale – but there is way more to it than that. Underneath the surface, there’s a moving survival thriller with a big heart. College student Jay (Austin Abrams from the recent Resident Evil reboot) returns home to the Monterey Bay area of California, a year after t

There were a few red flags surrounding this horror before it even reached cinemas. Acclaimed genre aficionados Blumhouse Productions are usually pretty good at building excitement around Halloween – whether through surprise screenings, clever marketing or publicity stunts. But this time, things felt unusually quiet and I was beginning to wonder whether they had something to hide. Well, the reviews are finally in – and Other Mommy has found itself as Blumhouse's lowest-rated f

The most polarising film of the year? It’s been such a surreal year for cinema. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve written: ‘This is Marmite. People are going to love it or hate it.’ Well, I’m going to say it again. In fact, Digger might be the most ‘Marmite’ film of the year. Since its release, I’ve seen major critics giving it everything from glowing four and five-star reviews to absolute one and two-star maulings. Having now seen it for myself, I can genui

Brad Pitt adds a satisfying bite to his illustrious movie CV – with this solid canine-orienated survival drama. He stars as retired Special Forces Command Sergeant James Belmont, who is living a life of solitude in the Alaskan wilderness, with this trusty combat dog Odin by his side. But when Belmont’s small seaplane harrowingly crashlands in a lake far from civilisation – after he suffers a heart attack mid-flight – the duo must navigate a gruelling 58 mile trek to safety, w

Even if you think this slightly altered cut of the last Avengers movie is a clever marketing ploy – there’s no denying this is a sensational superhero movie in its own right. It’s arguably one of the best of all-time – even though the 1978 Christopher Reeve-led Superman and Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight will be in the conversation – but at the very least the greatest ‘ensemble’ superhero film to grace the big screen. There might be one or two minor niggles, but the Hawk

A reboot that isn’t afraid to do its own thing! It has been a while since I’ve seen a film get quite so much hate before people had even seen it. For my fellow movie nerds, you’ll probably have seen the online uproar surrounding this latest Resident Evil. When writer-director Zach Cregger – the man already with tremendous pedigree after the well-received Barbarian and the even more highly-acclaimed Weapons – explained that he imagines this story taking place alongside the eve

A charming, hilarious and gently spooky Halloween treat for the whole family. What better way to kick off the Halloween season than with a brand-new adventure from Aardman – the brilliant British animation studio behind Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run and, of course, Shaun himself? Written by Mark Burton (Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, Paddington in Peru) and Giles Pilbrow (Horrible Histories), The Beast of Mossy Bottom sees the spooky period approaching at Mos

A huge dose of nostalgia that I didn’t realise I needed quite this badly. I’ve said in previous reviews that I genuinely think people are desperate for nostalgia now more than ever – and this musical docu-film on legendary British band Oasis provides just that. With the world changing at such a ridiculous pace, there’s something incredibly comforting about looking back at simpler times and remembering when life felt a little less complicated. I was the perfect age when Britpo

This sequel to 2022’s much-loved original strips away a lot of what made the first film such an adrenaline-fuelled thrill-ride. That movie turned into a slow-burning streaming darling after its limited cinematic release, almost gaining cult-like status. This sadly won’t. The follow-up at least adds continuity to proceedings by being set along the same timeline, and is watchable enough in its own right – but is just simply a poor relation. Harriet Slater’s Jax – sister of the

A haunting, beautifully-shot coming-of-age horror – that wears its It Follows influence on its sleeve. Leviticus has been generating a huge amount of buzz on the film festival circuit, premiering at Sundance before going on to screenings at festivals including SXSW and Sydney. So, when I saw that its cinema screenings were limited, I knew I had to get in there and see it before it was too late. Written and directed by Adrian Chiarella, Leviticus follows Naim (Joe Bird) and Ry

It’s strange that acclaimed filmmaker Ridley Scott picked this frustratingly dull post-apocalyptic movie – as he comes to the twilight of his directorial career. Because for the most part it’s just plain boring. It starts in second gear and only a couple of times reaches third. And more frustratingly it’s not for the lack of talent at hand. It’s an excellent cast who can only deal with the tediously lifeless material put in front of them. Talking of lifeless, that’s pretty mu

Just like Marmite, you’ll either love or hate this bizarre, stylish and deeply unconventional slow burner. Please take my 4.5/5 with a huge pinch of salt. If you want a straightforward horror, this probably isn’t for you. If you enjoy slow, psychological films that leave you questioning what you’ve just watched – this satirical surrealist slasher could be right up your alley. Written and directed by Jane Schoenbrun – who made two low-budget indie horrors We’re All Going to th

A nostalgic Looney Tunes adventure that deserved far better than the treatment it received. Honestly, I never thought I’d end up seeing Coyote vs Acme. For those who follow the stranger side of Hollywood, you’ll probably remember the saga surrounding this film. It was completed, only to be shelved by Warner Bros and treated as a tax write-off before eventually being rescued by independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment, who acquired it for around $50 million. And I really

This fast-moving sci-fi action-thriller is easily more fun than the recent Jurassic World movies. It definitely has the vibes of producer JJ Abrams’ highly-acclaimed works like Cloverfield and Super 8, as a mysterious cosmic event brings dinosaurs into suburban America – more specifically 1982-set Michigan. The Platt family seem like the perfect picket-fence foursome – parents Greg (Ewan McGregor) and Denise (Anne Hathaway), along with their teenage kids Audrey (Maisy Stella)

A roar-some adventure that gives its target audience exactly what they came for. My seven-year-old recently told me that he has almost outgrown PAW Patrol. Sad news – especially as it was one of the few shows I didn’t mind being forced to watch (also a big fan of Bluey, if you’re curious). So, with my son still having a little PAW Patrol love left in him, we headed to the cinema to check out PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie. And, as expected, I’m very glad we did. The film sees Ryd

Tom Holland’s Spidey breathes fresh life back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe – with a passionately grounded outing that has something for everyone. And after taking the biggest opening day ($169.8 million) and weekend ever at the US box-office ($360.1m) – and second biggest worldwide behind only Avengers: Endgame – it seems like cinema-goers came out in their droves to see this summer blockbuster. After taking over the reins from Jon Watts (who did the original Holland-le

Just because a movie is an absolute masterclass – doesn’t mean that it will necessarily appeal to everyone. There’s no doubt in any way shape or form, this is sensational cinema, and is even better viewed in IMAX – the way generational filmmaker Christopher Nolan (Oppenheimer, The Dark Knight Trilogy) intended. But at nearly three hours, the only negative – and this will only be a ‘negative’ from a certain perspective – is if you’re not somewhat a fan of the source materi