FILM REVIEWS AND NEWS

Next week, we see a return to a beloved horror franchise that has been reinvented for a new generation, a heartwarming exploration of human connection in modern Japan, and a devastating docudrama that demands our absolute attention.

Meadowlarks, directed by Tasha Hubbard, follows 5 siblings who are reunited after being separated from their parents during the Sixties Scoop of 1955-1985, in which over 200,000 Indigenous Canadian children were forcibly taken from their families and adopted by white families or placed under foster care.

As we emerge from the festive haze and settle into the quiet, frosty stretch of January, the streaming giant Netflix remains our most reliable companion for those long, dark evenings. This month, the platform has curated a selection that is as eclectic as it is ambitious, ranging from sun-drenched romantic dramas and gritty crime thrillers to high-stakes live events and ethereal animation.

This weekend, the visionary director returns to the world of the Na'vi with Avatar: Fire and Ash, the third instalment in a saga that continues to push the boundaries of what is technically possible in a darkened room. While the previous chapter took us into the depths of the Metkayina reefs, this new journey promises a shift in temperature, introducing us to a darker, more volatile side of Pandora.

Boxing Day. It is, without question, a critical day in the entire cinematic calendar for UK distributors. This is the moment when the public, saturated with turkey and family chat, flocks to the multiplexes seeking refuge and spectacle. The release schedule for December 26, 2025, reflects this perfectly.

The first massive date circled in red on my calendar is Friday, January 16th, which sees the arrival of a sequel that has been talked about for what feels like an eternity: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. The third chapter in one of the most beloved British horror franchises, this instalment promises to take the terrifying 'Infected' narrative into a startling new direction.

With the release of the new Bennie Safdie film, The Smashing Machine, it seems timely to take a look at the films Dwayne Johnson has been in.

As the days shorten and the chill of winter sets in, there’s no better place to find warmth and wonder than at the cinema. This November, the UK’s cinematic calendar is bursting with an eclectic mix of highly anticipated releases, from blockbuster sequels to chilling genre films and everything in between. It's a month that promises to satisfy every taste, with a slate of films that have already garnered significant buzz from early screenings and film festivals around the glob

October 2025 is shaping up to be a cracker, with a movie line-up that’s more varied and exciting than a game of cinematic bingo. So, without further ado, grab your tickets and settle in, because here's what you absolutely must see this month.