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Film Reviews Here at UK Film Review we like to tackle all kinds film reviews. Our writers come from all walks of life, and feel passionate about critiquing the movies they watch. From the latest Theatrical Releases to Short Films, Indie Films, Documentaries and even Animation, the contributors of UK Film Review are as eager to please as Dev Patel in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011). If you are a filmmaker, or are working in film PR and want to promote one of your clients, please get in touch using the Submit Your Film button under the drop-down menu for Home. Take a look at our list of film reviews below from some of the hottest releases in UK cinemas. Simply click the image of the review you would like, or the title of the movie. Or use the search button to find the movie you are looking for. We have given any feature length film a star rating (out of 5) in order to help viewers sort the Citizen Kanes from the Waterworlds, the Inceptions from the Transformers. Michael Bay will be given a fair film review from our writers, but that probably will not go in his favour. Speaking of Filmmakers, head over to our Filmmaker Features page for awesome articles about some of the best filmmaking geniuses who ever lived. Movie Trailers are also available, either underneath the film reviews, or on the Movie Trailers page. And lastly, if you like your film reviews verbalised. Simply because reading is boring and listening is marvellous, then make sure you Subscribe to the UK Film Review Podcast. Our critics offer up some banterous opinions on the best and worst movies across all genres. Head over to the Podcast page, or click this link to go straight to iTunes. If you would like to read or view any of the following, simply use the navigation. Alternatively, you can click on one of the images to read the film reviews here, or simply have a ganders at the lovely movie artwork on display. Remember to listen to film reviews on our regular film podcast. GET REVIEWED average rating is 2 out of 5 Ladybug Read Review average rating is 3 out of 5 English Rose Read Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Things Will Be Different Read Review average rating is 5 out of 5 Because We Are Too Many Read Review average rating is 4 out of 5 The Wild Robot Read Review average rating is 4 out of 5 My Old Ass Read Review average rating is 3 out of 5 Azrael Read Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Will & Harper Read Review average rating is 3 out of 5 Wolfs Read Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Iris Read Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Sleep Read Review average rating is 2 out of 5 Bread Read Review Chris Olson Mar 8 2 min Film Podcast - Dune: Part 2 Chris Olson Mar 1 3 min Film Podcast: George Clooney Rowing Biopic Scoops Film of the Month Jan 20, 2023 3 min TAR FILM REVIEW Taryll Baker Oct 13, 2022 2 min Empire of Light - Film Review Oct 11, 2022 3 min Bones and All LFF Review Oct 7, 2022 3 min White Noise (2022) LFF Review Sep 20, 2022 2 min Sanctuary TIFF Review UK Film Review Sep 13, 2022 5 min FrightFest 2022 Highlights May 25, 2022 3 min Top Gun: Maverick Film Review Apr 23, 2022 3 min The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent Film Review Spoilers in our film reviews As with all digital forms of expression sometimes people may find something that upsets them online. Spoilers can often be one of these things! Whilst we do our best to ensure that major plot points, twists, character deaths and celebrity cameos are not found in our reviews, it can sometimes be difficult to judge what each and every film lover on the planet would to be a spoiler. If you feel that one of our film reviews contains one too many details then please do let us (politely) know using our social media platforms. We may then take serious action, such as expelling the critic responsible from this and every other movie publication past and present, declaring war against the studio for leading our writer into temptation, or we may do nothing at all. To be honest, it is most likely going to be the latter unless some serious rules have been broken. You may also see some movie trailers in our reviews that could also contain potential spoilers. In which case anyone who is hoping to avoid these should probably not click the play button on them. Or click the play button, turn the sound down on your device, then leave the room for a least 28 minutes whilst the trailer finishes and leaves your life naturally. You may be wondering what you could do with all 28 of those minutes! Why not read some more film reviews on another device? Or make a short film of your cat playing with a piece of string? Spend it wisely guys and gals.

HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Homeless Tobez Film Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Critic: Chris Buick | Posted on: Oct 8, 2024 Directed by: Thomas Loone Written by: Thomas Loone Starring: Thomas Loone, Jason Adam, Sebastian Storey, Hayley Mitchell Homeless Tobez , written and directed by but also starring bona-fide triple-threat Thomas Loone, tells the ultimately uplifting yet at times desolate tale of its titular character Homeless Tobez (Loone), a vagrant with not much to his name except a dream and a desperation to lift himself out of squalor and into something much more meaningful. When we first meet Tobez sleeping rough on the ground outside a storage unit, things are looking pretty bleak; diving through bins for food, scavenging not-quite-finished cigarettes and counting meager pennies earned from passers-by which he pools together with his fellow rough-sleeper Dandy (Adam) (with Tobez clearly doing most of the heavy lifting). But despite all that, his chin is up and there’s a smile on his face because Tobez knows that soon he’ll have enough money to get that guitar he needs to make his fantasies of becoming a singer/songwriter a reality. Homeless Tobez hits a lot of the right notes from the beginning of its thirty-six-minute runtime to the end, and that’s all down to Loone. Juggling such consuming roles as directing, writing and starring simultaneously can often be folly for some filmmakers, but not Loone, who injects each aspect with deft skill and a hundred percent care and consideration regardless of which hat they are wearing. “You can take your croissant and shove it up your derrière” With the script, Loone manages to weave a story full of heart, sadness, humour and earnest emotion around a believable and, despite their circumstances, a somehow relatable central figure that one can’t help but root for. At its core, Homeless Tobez is a similar tale about chasing one’s dreams against all odds and perceptions but also manages to ask some real societal questions as to the gulf between the haves and have-nots. This is personified in the other characters he encounters along the way, which work to hold up that mirror to us all, but meanders slightly and is the only real area where the film perhaps starts to lose its focus and wobbles ever so slightly. “Dreams, they’re just not meant for everyone. Especially not losers like me” Aesthetically, Homeless Tobez ticks all the boxes yet again, looking and sounding crisp with due care and attention taken to ensure the locations, costumes and scenarios make the film look and feel as authentic as possible. But what might be the most impressive part of Loone’s filmmaking tripartite is their own performance, which is the glue that holds everything together here. Tobez's optimistic nature is projected in full by Loone’s energised performance, but always with clear desperation hiding just behind his eyes, knowing that for him making this dream a reality really is life or death, and it’s genuinely saddening to watch the disillusionment and helplessness in Tobez grow. It truly is a nuanced performance from Loone who also happens to be a pretty good songwriter to boot, providing all of the film's music including the heart-warming closing musical number, proving there’s indeed another string to his already impressive bow, with that ending finishing it all off nicely by taking all that built-up emotion letting it swell to breaking point before its release. Full of heart and impressive filmmaking prowess, Homeless Tobez shows Loone’s growing strength as a filmmaker and we should all be excited for what they do next. About the Film Critic Chris Buick Short Film < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Music Video Reviews One of the most exciting sub-genres our critics review is music videos. They are often incredible pieces of storytelling, either in their own right or aligned with the song playing over them. On this page you will find a great selection of music video reviews from the team of critics at UK Film Review. ​ If you are a filmmaker or artist who would like us to review your music video, submit your film here . ​ When it comes to reviewing a music video, the process differs slightly from perhaps a narrative short film or documentary. The music has to be explored far more intimately than if it were a soundtrack because that's where the story originates from rather than being added further down the line. Music videos do conform to genres but these are often musical genres rather than film categories, for example pop, folk, rock, rap etc. So this will also influence the music video review our critics write because the target audience is going to be considered. ​ Music videos may take a variety of forms or even combine different aspects to create a different effect on the viewer. For example, it is common for a music video to contain a small narrative, as well as live performance footage. Top filmmakers making music videos will be able to immerse you into the song and story without leaving you feeling like you have just watched a promo piece. ​ Choreography is also a common trait in music videos, with dance sequences and flash mobs recurring - often in pop music videos. Editors of music videos will have their work cut out to ensure the choreography looks tight and engaging without it feeling staged or lifeless. ​ Hopefully the array of music video reviews you see below will include some gems for you to peruse. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of the article, as we often include the actual music video so you can watch it for yourself. The Dragonborn Comes-Main Theme Jason Knight The Panharmonion Chronicles: Times of London Patrick Foley Lost All Care Joe Beck Everything Will Dissolve in the Void James Learoyd Rooftop Screamers Joe Beck Hot Chip Eleanor Swati Verma A New Kind of Life Jason Knight Vaarwell - Quarter Life Crisis - EP Campaign Patrick Foley KYTLY - "Neverending" Patrick Foley alexjames96 Jun 6 2 min Ain’t my Vibe Short Music Video Review alexjames96 Mar 17 2 min Cinerama (Music Video) Short Film Review alexjames96 Dec 19, 2023 2 min Homecoming (Music Video) Short Film Review alexjames96 Nov 16, 2023 2 min Sheep F-cked In the Head Short Film Review Theo Aug 1, 2022 2 min Service for The King short film review Chris Olson Sep 28, 2021 2 min Stroke Code Music Video Review More Film Reviews

★★★ Directed by: #DarwinReina Starring: #JenniferEagle, #JJDuffy, #TamiaDow, # GuadalupeHernandez , #IsaacReyes Short Film Review by: Alexandra James A Hell of a Trip to Delicias directed by Darwin Reina, follows a couple on holiday in Granada. They are your typical tourists, not looking to really immerse themselves within the culture just to party and have a good time. Their naivety and complete lack of awareness to the history and colonial heritage, paints them in a very negative light and already sets them up to become a big target in this horror! Unfortunately, for this couple they have picked the wrong hotel to enjoy the festivities of Grenada and instead of fun and laughter they will be trapped in a nightmare with no escape. The film focuses on the colonial rule, racism and genocide of the indigenous people. This has left many to be fuelled by anger and vengeance, and unfortunately for the guests at Hotel Delicias, they are prepared to take out their vengeful hate on them. The film begins with couple Ashley and Matthew arriving in Granada a little lost and confused, however, a worker from the hotel manages to direct them to where they need to go. At first glance and being introduced to Ashley and Matthew, it was not overtly obvious that they were a couple. The pair did not suit each other and so it made it hard to find that connection between the two. As they enter the hotel, they are greeted by the hotel staff, who already seem strange and suspicious and clearly in cahoots! Soon the couple settle in and enjoy the music, food and partake in some dancing with the locals. They eventually end up back at the hotel for a party where they meet other guests such as an Italian couple who share that they will be climbing a volcano the next day. Neither of them knew that would be the last time they set their eyes on them. The concept of the film was interesting and a horror that is fueled and driven by the theme of revenge can make for a powerful and intense watch. Nevertheless, there were some scenes that felt unnecessary and coupled with the overacting, it made the scenes almost comical. The sex scenes felt slightly out of place and did not add to the intensity, instead it took away some of the buildup. The elements of a horror film and the storyline were there and acted as a driving force. However, there were certain details that needed to change such as the couples lacking that connection, as well as the actor's taking scenes to an extreme which ultimately made aspects of the horror feel amusing rather than fearful and took away from the eeriness of this piece.

★★★★ Directed by: #DarwinReina Starring: #HasseBrontén, #ToroCuenca, #DanaDilan, #DidrikMorgan Short Film Review by: Alexandra James No Tell!  An action packed, gritty crime drama that focuses on a mob boss looking for an escape out of the crime lifestyle but needs to move quickly before his luck runs out. To do this, he must pull off one last hit while still acting as the big boss and test the loyalties of his trustees. However, which one of them is willing to betray the other to come out as top dog. The three henchmen include Shorty, Popeye and Jimmy all following the orders of their main guy Pancho. After pulling off a big drug heist, Pancho decides that its time to put them to the test and see just how reliable they all are. The audience are thrown into the midst of the drama, and we are introduced to the characters one by one. The location is out in the woods and as they begin to step out the car and open the boot, we are greeted with a man tied up and covered in blood trying to scream for his life. This was a great opening scene and made for a gripping and exciting start getting us prepared for more shocking moments yet to come. This style of introducing the characters and their names flashing up across the screen creates a real edge, almost like Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs . It’s a great way for us to get a feel for the characters, as well as introduce the audience to this world of crime that surrounds the men. The scene then cuts back to their apartment, there was a slight contrast between scenes with the men sitting around the table. The film is set in the city of Stockholm and had some great shots of the city and landscape, making the setting feel vibrant and exciting especially when introduced to these gangsters and the hard-core world they live in. However, the apartment itself was very dark, and did not exactly reflect the men’s crazy lifestyle. In addition, there were a lot of cuts and awkward angles between each of the characters which made for choppy editing. It would have been beneficial to see them in a high-end apartment, as they walk around with suits and are clearly making lot of money due to their criminal activities. Moreover, the acting was a little clunky at times, the conversations did not seem at all natural and therefore the performance did not feel convincing. No Tell!  has established a good crime drama, the characters are no nonsense types and are completely ruthless, having no hesitation pulling out a gun on even their closest partners. This makes for a very brutal watch and in turn keeps the audience on their toes, as we are unsure who to put our trust in and the unpredictable behaviour of the characters. That is the mark of a good crime genre, the shocks and the impulsiveness, you never know who is going to go next!

★★★★ Directed by: #HughLiu Starring: #InannaCusi and #DavidCJones Short Film Review by: Alexandra James The Last Rendezvouz , written and directed by Hugh Liu, is a short film shot over a span of just 48 hours. It is a character based short that is all improvised and allows space for the actors to study and interpret the characters in their own way, as well as express their personal vision of how they believe the character should be represented. Last Rendezvous  focuses on a father and daughter relationship, but at its most critical. The audience quickly learn that the father has not been a part of his daughter's life for a long time, however, it seems as though this is a good thing, as his presence is a bad influence and far from responsible. Nevertheless, his neglect still weighs heavily on his daughter and although immature, their relationship when together was strong and fun at times and it’s the abandonment that forces the child to become an adult far too soon and ultimately take on those parental duties for their siblings. The film begins at a remote location, at the end of a pier. A place that is very close to both father and daughter, it was a frequent meeting spot for the two and even little gifts were left by her father there from time to time. As she walks onto the pier, she is startled to see her father standing there, however, they discuss some of their past rebellious escapades and take a trip down memory lane. Unfortunately, this little trip does not last long, as these memories are also tarnished with feelings of loneliness and the absence of her father who should have been there for the important years of her life. It's interesting that this short is all improvisation, with just a few pointers on what props to interact with and some descriptions of the characters goals in life and past experiences, this makes for a truly authentic piece. I did enjoy watching the characters unfold the more they started to interact with one another, there were some teething issues as with many improvised scenes, sometimes there might be a hint of uncertainty as the actors think of what to say next or debate how they think the character should respond to certain aspects, so there were times when the audience felt unsure of themselves. Nevertheless, it gave the film a realness and it highlights that awkwardness between father and daughter, as they both have been apart for a long time and are unsure how to behave with one another. This is a very natural and realistic interaction, and I loved that the actors took time to really invest in their characters background and make the scenes engaging by bringing in that past trauma and relive some of the memories they experienced together. A very moving and original film that shows how improvisation can really set a picture a part and allows scope to explore the characters minds.