Category Archives: Film

? The boys really enjoyed this movie and laughed all the way through. Me, I didn’t get into it until the last third. The voices didn’t work for me. Just because you’ve got big name actors doesn’t mean they can … Continue reading →

Disappointing. After parts one and two I was really looking forward to this film but then disaster struck, Bryan Singer abandoned ship for Superman and Brett Ratner took over. It shows, the directing is abysmal. This is the weakest of … Continue reading →

Disappointing. Given all the talent involved in this movie it really should have been a whole lot better. I hate the reliance on ‘character impersonation‘, it seems to be used because the writer is lazy and can’t be bothered to … Continue reading →

Enjoyable tosh. Although this movie plays it mostly by the numbers I must say I had a great time. Good to see Keifer Sutherland on the big screen once again. Usually this sort of movie relies upon characters not passing … Continue reading →

A Spike Lee movie I liked!!!!!!! Don’t all faint with surprise. Taut thriller that twists and turns this way and that, and includes cultural commentary without being too heavy handed. Strong performances from the leads. I especially liked seeing Jody … Continue reading →

Sentimental … but not too sickly sweet. I rather enjoyed this even though it was quite predictable. Kurt Russell plays these ‘dad’ parts really well. Current temperature 63F/17C

Slick. A comic book movie that’s full of ideas and challenges you to think about what’s going on. Just what is the difference between a terrorist and a freedom fighter and are we obliged to act when it involves using … Continue reading →

Predictable. Isn’t Mr Ford getting a little old for this sort of thing? Nice to see Chloe from 24 in a movie although what the hell was happening with her hair, who knows! Pedestrian and by the numbers, with Brit … Continue reading →

Brilliant. A great movie that lost out on Oscar night. An intelligent look at a historic event that has a lot to tell us today. Filming in black and white was an astute choice and the visuals are stunning. The … Continue reading →

Enjoyable. A great family movie with wonderful scenery and intelligent, well-trained dogs. The plot may have been a little predictable but I enjoyed being along for the emotional ride. You’ll need to have your hankie with you when you watch … Continue reading →