Review: Frida. Viva la Vida
Cinema, DVD & Download: Fida. Viva la Vida (2019) It’s normally a plus to have someone review a film where that reviewer has a vast knowledge of the subject. However in the case of Frida. Viva la Vida – it’s a minus. I’m not an expert on the queen of ex-votto, but found her some […]
Review: John and the Hole
Cinema: John and the Hole (2021)Pascual Sisto’s directual debut John and the Hole is one of those weird films, the sort of film you watch, and sort of enjoy, but feel that you’re missing the point, or missing something, somewhere. And whatever it is, its vital to your understanding of the movie. Online reviews claim it’s […]
Review: One of Our Aircraft is Missing
Blu-ray: One of our Aircraft is Missing (1942) A WWII movie made while WWII was actually happening, One of Our Aircraft is Missing follows the crew of a Wellington bomber who are shot down over occupied Holland and must try to safely make their way back home. Produced and directed by Michael Powell and Emeric […]
Review: Cold War Creatures – Four Films from Sam Katzman
Blu-ray: Cold War Creatures: Four Films from Sam Katzman If you’ve listened to me on any of our podcasts, or read my reviews here on our website, you’ll probably have an idea about my taste in movies. So if you usually tend to agree with what I enjoy, then read no further and buy this […]
Review: Death Screams
Blu-ray: Death Screams (1982)A low budget 1980’s horror movie that passed me by back in the heady days of renting VHS tapes! Thank you once again Arrow Films for releasing a title on blu-ray that I would have otherwise missed.Anyway, onto the movie…Beginning with a young couple making out on a motorcycle (certainly makes a […]
Review: Magnum P.I. – The Complete Collection Box Set
When faced with 130 hours of television, across 157 episodes, over 8 seasons of Magnum, P.I. there’s only way to approach it; in an imaginary Hawaiian shirt and a cheeky grin. Fabulous Films have produced a corking set; every episode looks like it was filmed yesterday.So how do I persuade the uninitiated to purchase this […]
Review: Thunderbirds Are Go / Thunderbird 6
DVD: Thunderbirds Are Go (1966) Thunderbird 6 (1968)For people of a certain age (myself included), the words “Filmed in Supermarionation” appearing on your screen meant that something very special was about to begin.Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, along with the rest of the team at AP Films, thrilled me with Supercar , Fireball XL5, Stingray, and of […]
Review: Red, White & Royal Blue
‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ by Casey McQuiston.A review by Megan Robinson. What happens when America’s First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales? Well, that’s exactly the plot for Red, White & Royal Blue. Set in an alternate reality, Alex’s mother is the first female president of the USA. He’s handsome, charismatic, genius […]
Review: Writers and Lovers
‘Writers & Lovers’ by Lily King.A review by Megan Robinson. Writers & Lovers is a novel about love, grief, and striving for your dreams. We follow Casey who is recently out of a devasting love affair and mourning the death of her mother. On top of this, the novel she has been writing for six years […]
Review: Evercade Atari Collection 2
The Atari Collection 1 was my first foray into the marvellous world of the Evercade. Although I found it to be a mixed bag, I’ll always appreciate it because you never forget your first! Anyway, I can’t say I was brimming with excitement to review this collection, but did it exceed my expectations? Let’s find […]