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New Rockumentary - Dead City Punx - To Have LA Premiere This April
This April, Los Angeles is set to host the world premiere of a project that, on paper at least, sounds like the most explosive addition to the genre in years: Dead City Punx.

Chris Olson
Mar 182 min read


NOFX: 40 Years of Fuckin’ Up Documentary Review
This documentary, directed by James Buddy Day, is a snorts-and-all roc-doc that captures the band’s anarchic authenticity perfectly right through to their final three shows.

Chris Olson
Mar 173 min read


Black Zombie (2026) SXSW Film Festival Review
Black Zombie is a deeply illuminating work about the origin of the zombie and how the concept of a zombie has developed, in popular culture and cinema, since its discovery by Western society in 1927.

Joyce
Mar 142 min read


New Channel 4 Documentary Molly vs The Machines Drops New Trailer
The intersection of human tragedy and the cold, calculated logic of Silicon Valley is a space that documentary filmmakers have been probing with increasing urgency. However, the newly released trailer for Molly vs The Machines suggests a film that aims to go deeper than most. Set to air on Channel 4 this March, the documentary promises a dual-layered narrative that is as heartbreaking as it is intellectually demanding.

Chris Olson
Feb 243 min read


Peaky Blinders: The Real Story Documentary Film Review
Few TV shows have ever genuinely managed to attain cultural phenomenon status. But when you have bars, whiskeys and festivals named in your honour, and a haircut and dress sense that instantly scream the name of your show (as well as ‘bit of a prick…’), it is fair to say you are worthy of the term. It is therefore impressive that Peaky Blinders – The Real Story manages to find an original angle at which to discuss Steven Knight’s epic historical drama.

Patrick Foley
Feb 233 min read


Billie Eilish and James Cameron Team Up To Deliver a 2026 Concert Film
Yet, as the dust settles and we look toward the 2026 release of Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), the logic begins to reveal itself. This isn't just a recording of a stage show; it’s a promise of a total sensory overhaul. Having followed the "Hit Me Hard and Soft" tour through the headlines and the social media snippets

Chris Olson
Jan 303 min read


New Amazon Prime Video Documentary Starring King Charles III To Release February 2026
On the 6th of February 2026, the tone of the streaming landscape shifts significantly with the release of Finding Harmony: A King's Vision. This #documentary explores His Majesty The King's lifelong dedication to environmentalism and the philosophy of Harmony.

Chris Olson
Jan 293 min read


New Movies On Amazon Prime Video UK February 2026
The slate of new movies on Amazon Prime Video in the UK for February 2026 is a fascinating cross-section of genres, ranging from high-concept romantic comedies and gritty historical action to intimate documentary portraits of cultural icons.

Chris Olson
Jan 245 min read


Kenny Dalglish Documentary Review
From his upbringing as a wee lad in Scotland, through his time playing for Celtic, then Liverpool, onto his Player/Manager role at the latter, this Kenny Dalglish documentary paints a heartfelt picture of an honourable and very talented footballing icon.

Chris Olson
Oct 22, 20252 min read


New Kenny Dalglish Documentary Coming to Amazon Prime Video
The latest documentary from acclaimed filmmaker Asif Kapadia, the mind behind masterpieces like Senna and Amy, is set to premiere. This time, Kapadia turns his lens to a true football legend: Kenny Dalglish.

UK Film Review
Sep 11, 20251 min read


Extension Short Film Review
★★★★ Starring: #AndrewHodgson Directed by: #GuyPearson Short Film Review by: Alexandra James Extension , a short film directed by Guy...

alexjames96
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Hardwicke Circus: The Prison Gig Short Film Review
★★★★ Starring: #InmatesofStanfordHillHMP and #HardwickeCircus Directed by: #BenArcher Short Film Review by: Alexandra James This short...

alexjames96
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Uncharted Expedition Short Film Review
★★★★ Directed by: #TimothyDraper Starring: #TimothyDraper, #ShaunFotheringham, #ToddAndresen, #ChuchieZitting and #MarcHoover Short Film...

alexjames96
Oct 13, 20232 min read


The Incredible Story of the First Woman Film Director Short Film Review
★★★★ Directed by: #ToniVGenov Short Film Review by: Alexandra James This short documentary focuses on the incredible work of Alice...

alexjames96
Oct 13, 20232 min read


Filmmaker Interview with Anna Panova
Interview by Chris Olson Hi Anna, thanks for speaking with us. Where in the world do we find you right now? I am currently based in New...

Chris Olson
Jul 19, 20234 min read


The Stammer Project Short Film Review
★★★★★ Directed by: #DannyLadwa, #GemRey Starring: #PeteScott, #AngieElder, #ClaireNorman, #SuzanaKalcic, #AyoAdesanya, #ChrisJackson...

alexjames96
May 3, 20232 min read


Filmmaker Interview - Dan Watt
Filmmaker Interview by Chris Olson Hi Dan, thanks so much for speaking with us. Whereabouts in the world do we find you right now? I live...

Chris Olson
Jan 24, 20233 min read


The Winners of the 2022 UK Film Review Festival
By Chris Olson Our third instalment of the UK Film Review Festival was an absolute blast! Our biggest lineup ever, with films from across...

Chris Olson
Nov 28, 20221 min read


Frenzy Short Film Review
★ Directed by: #PritankoGhatak Short Film Review by: Alexandra James Frenzy shows the audience the festival Aadi Vel held in Bandel a...

alexjames96
May 17, 20222 min read


Not Forgotten Yet Short Film Review
★★ Directed by: #JohnMcDonald Starring: #TheAnimalsofShetlandRescue, #Sarah Short Film Review by: Alexandra James This short documentary...

alexjames96
Apr 14, 20222 min read
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