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Meek's Cutoff film review by UK film critic Jason Knight. Starring Michelle Williams, Bruce Greenwood, Paul Dano, Rod Rondeaux directed by Kelly Reichardt. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Meek's Cutoff Film Review average rating is 3 out of 5 Critic: Jason Knight | Posted on: Sep 1, 2022 Directed by: Kelly Reichardt Written by: Jonathan Raymond Starring: Michelle Williams, Bruce Greenwood, Paul Dano, Rod Rondeaux During the mid-nineteenth century, a group of settlers encounter serious difficulties while journeying through Oregon. The plot of this Western drama is based on a true event that occurred on the Oregon Trail in 1845, which involved a wagon train and frontier guide Stephen Meek, who led the wagon train on a dangerous journey through the Oregon desert. The small group of travellers consist of three couples and a young boy and their guide, Stephen Meek (based on the real-life person). They travel with three wagons that are drawn by horses, cattle and donkeys. The film begins with them already on the road and the settlers having started to lose faith in Meek, as they believe that they are lost because they have been on the road for a while and do not seem to be getting anywhere. They do their best to move forward, although it is very hard due to the conditions in the desert and the food and water is running low. Things get more complicated after they encounter and capture an Indian. Basically, this feature is a journey. A harsh and dramatic journey that takes place in an unforgiving desert that forces the characters to be strong in order to get through it. The screenplay explores how the characters interact with each other and work together and how tensions rise between them as the situation becomes more and more desperate. As the story involves a bunch of people lost in the desert there is a feeling of isolation and there is also despair and danger as their journey progresses. Although they comfort each other and try to stay positive, there does not seem to be any sign that things will improve soon. Once the native enters the scene, things get more dramatic, particularly due to Meek, who is hostile towards him. All of the cast deliver great performances, especially Greenwood, who is very convincing in his portrayal of a hardened and seasoned guide. Costume designer Vicki Farrell deserves a lot of praise for the clothing, which looks genuine and gives the impression that it belongs in the time where the story is set. The movie is superbly directed and Reichardt creates terrific establishing shots of the surrounding landscapes. Director of photography Christopher Blauvelt develops beautiful cinematography and credit also goes to the lighting techniques that are utilised for the scenes that take place at nigh-time. This is a dramatic film about survival, inner strength, religion and doing the right thing. The pace is rather slow and because of that, this feature is unlikely to appeal to a large audience. This movie isn't really an adventure, but rather, it is a character study. It follows a group of people who are lost in a cruel environment and must do their best to reach safety and maintain their humanity. Watch Meek's Cutoff Online Buy UKFR Banner Space About the Film Critic Jason Knight Indie Feature Film < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Koupepia film review by UK film critic Chris Buick. Starring Sophia Vi, Peter Polycarpou, Alexander Theo directed by Yorgo Glynatsis. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Koupepia Film Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Critic: Chris Buick | Posted on: Aug 19, 2024 Directed by: Yorgo Glynatsis Written by: Sophia Vi Starring: Sophia Vi, Peter Polycarpou, Alexander Theo At his son’s engagement party, Petros, a widowed Cypriot man, finds himself desperate to show his support in celebration of the big occasion, but is still clearly struggling to fully come to terms with his son’s homosexuality. While attempting to navigate the new and strange environment he finds himself in, a meeting with a British Cypriot transgender woman named Eleni and their bonding over a love of food offers Petros a shift in perspective. Directed by Yorgo Glynatsis and written by Sophia Vi (who marks themselves as a bonafide double-threat by also starring as Eleni, more on that later), Koupepia is a film that through its measured and concerted approach, manages to express quite the poignant tale of one man’s attempts to move forward and realise more modern times that are ever-conflicting with their own well-established set of ideas and philosophies. Petros is a man yearning for a past where everything he knew was sure and certain, for a world and its times that doesn’t seem to be moving away from him faster than he can catch up with it. Between Glynatsis, Vi and of course all the cast but Polycarpou in particular, the entire film manages to wholly establish that underlying tension of discomfort that lies within Petros and how that affects his relationship with his son, his new partner and his trepidation in moving forward, while actually never needing to be pointedly explicit about it. The film’s winning formula is equal parts writing; Vi's is a solid script full of veritable character moments where what isn’t said is as just as deliberate and important to the whole as what is, equal parts the way Glynatsis allows the film to simply hang on each of those moments of space to augment that awkwardness and allow it to sit there as long as it needs to, while the rest is brought home by Polycarpou and Vi, who’s centerpiece encounter allows a perspective from both sides while simultaneously opening up Petros’ world to the idea that taking that first step towards acceptance by simply being there for his son can sometimes mean the most, both actors giving this crucial point of the film the right amount of attention, grace and subtly it needs. With aspirations for it to be developed into a multi-part series, Koupepia has the right team and intentions behind it to be an important piece of trans/queer cinema that could and should be given the chance to grow into something even bigger. Buy UKFR Banner Space About the Film Critic Chris Buick Short Film, LGBTQ+ < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Film news - Underground UK Release Date. Find out more at UK Film Review. Underground UK Release Date Chris Olson Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 2:46:48 PM GMT+1 UNDERGROUND WILL BE RELEASED ON 20 AUGUST 2021 Maxime works in a mine in Val d’Or. He shares his time with his girlfriend and his childhood friend, Julien, who was disabled after a car accident he caused two years earlier. Feeling guilty, Maxime wants to redeem himself. But he is held back by Mario, Julien’s father who also works at the mine and who still holds it against him. One day, an explosion resounds underground. As part of the rescue mission, Maxime descends into the cave of the mine with the firm intention to save his colleagues. Joakim Robillard (King Dave ) is outstanding as the conflicted Maxime, with excellent support from Théodore Pellerin (Genèse ), in a thought-provoking and deftly-handled examination of masculinity in crisis. UNDERGROUND had its world premiere screening at the 2020 Whistler Film Festival, where Dupuis won the Borsos Competition award for Best Director of a Canadian Film; and opened the Rendez-vous Québec Cinéma Film Festival in April 2021. UNDERGROUND writer/director Sophie Dupuis’ debut Family First was Canada’s submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 91st Academy Awards. It was nominated for eight Prix Iris at the 20th Quebec Cinema Awards. SOPHIE DUPUIS’ GRIPPING TALE OF REDEMPTION GETS UK RELEASE IN AUGUST The King's Man UK Home Release Date Announced The Latest King’s Man Film Will be Available on Digital February 9 and 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on February 21. Read Now BFI Future Film Festival announces 2022 Awards Jury and full programme Find out who the jury is for the 2022 BFI Future Film Festival. Read Now The Wonderful: Stories From The Space Station UK Release Date The Wonderful: Stories from the Space Station is a Dog Star Films production in association with Fisheye Films. Directed by Clare Lewins (I Am Ali, Kareem: Minority of One, The Lost Tapes of Memphis.). Read Now Redemption of a Rogue UK Cinema Release Date Read Now Cryptozoo Coming to Mubi This October Having made a splash at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, filmmaker Dash Shaw's upcoming fantasy animation Cryptozoo is a highly anticipated film coming to Mubi later this year. Read Now Another Round UK DVD And Blu-Ray Release Date Announced Following its acclaimed cinema release, STUDIOCANAL are excited to announce the release of Thomas Vinterberg’s intoxicating Oscar winner, ANOTHER ROUND, starring Mads Mikkelsen, on early EST 24th September 2021 and DVD, Blu-ray and Digital on 27th September 2021. Read Now Marvel Studios Announces Black Widow DVD and Blu-Ray UK Release Date Marvel Studios Announces Black Widow To Land Early On Digital (August 10th) and 4K, Blu-Ray and DVD September 13th. Read Now My Little Sister Gets October UK Release Date My Little Sister is due for a cinema release in the UK, on Friday 8th October 2021. Read Now Grimmfest Reveals Line-Up for 2021 Film Festival After a year of “home invasions” in the form of virtual screenings and online events, this October sees Grimmfest returning to the cinema at last. Read Now Helen Mirren Narrates Powerful Documentary Escape From Extinction Kaleidoscope Entertainment presents Escape From Extinction, a powerful feature documentary narrated by Academy Award winner Dame Helen Mirren, coming to selected cinemas from 17th September celebrating ‘Great Big Green Week’ (18-26 September). Read Now Supernova UK DVD and Blu-Ray Release Date Following critical acclaim and standout performances, STUDIOCANAL are excited to announce the release of the heartbreaking British love story SUPERNOVA, arriving on EST 24th September 2021 and DVD and Blu-ray on 27th September 2021. Read Now The Djinn UK Release Date The story follows a mute twelve-year-old, Dylan Jacobs, as he discovers a mysterious book of spells inside his new apartment. Read Now Come Play UK Digital Release Date Jacob Chase’s directorial debut feature COME PLAY tells the story of Oliver, a solitary autistic boy who comes across a creepy children’s story on his new tablet. Read Now 15m Giant Starfish in Leicester Square Ahead of UK Release of The Suicide Squad British actor Peter Capaldi (BBC’s Doctor Who, World War Z) ‒ who stars in THE SUICIDE SQUAD alongside Margot Robbie, Idris Elba and John Cena as genius scientist ‘Thinker’, was bravely photographed with the imposing creature Starro in London’s Leicester Square earlier today in celebration of the film’s UK release this coming Friday. Read Now West Side Story In Cinemas December 2021 From acclaimed director Steven Spielberg, the 2021 remake of West Side Story will be coming to cinemas in December 2021. Read Now The Last Job UK Digital and DVD Release Date Screen icon Richard Dreyfuss takes on The Last Job in a brand new, all-action thriller, that stars Modern Family’s Mira Sorvino as his daughter. This rip-roaring gangster movie hits the UK on DVD and digital this August from 101 Films. Read Now Rise of the Footsoldier Origins UK Cinema Release The eagerly-awaited RISE OF THE FOOTSOLDIER: ORIGINS, starring legendary leading man Vinnie Jones, is showing exclusively in cinemas from September 3, courtesy of Signature Entertainment. Read Now Random Acts of Violence UK DVD and Blu-ray Release Date Jay Baruchel writes, directs and stars in his horror debut Random Acts of Violence, which makes its UK Blu-ray debut from Acorn Media International in conjunction with Shudder, following its success on the streaming service. Read Now Spirited Away 20th Anniversary Special Edition SPIRITED AWAY COLLECTOR’S BOXSET WITH DVD & BLU-RAY DOUBLEPLAY AVAILABLE 27 SEPTEMBER 2021 Read Now A New World Order Premieres in UK 23 August Black Mirror meets A Quiet Place in gripping sci-fi thriller A New World Order from director Daniel Raboldt in his feature debut, which gets its UK premiere on DVD and digital 23 August 2021 from Reel 2 Reel Films. Read Now

The Wet Ones film review by UK film critic Jason Knight. Starring Kevin Walter, Beatrice Freire Campbell, Rachel Alig, Michael Novelli directed by Wig Wolf. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS The Wet Ones Film Review average rating is 1 out of 5 Critic: Jason Knight | Posted on: Aug 30, 2021 Directed by: Wig Wolf Written by: Wig Wolf Starring: Kevin Walter, Beatrice Freire Campbell, Rachel Alig, Michael Novelli Two and a half hours filled with dolls, heavy insults, violence, blood and grotesque deeds. This lengthy feature could be described as a puppet show for adults and one that is not suitable for a sensitive audience. This lengthy feature consists of intertwined stories about characters having all sorts of trouble. There is a great deal of arguing going on, tons of profanity, assaults, mutilation and murder. The characters here just do not seem to be able to find a nice way to get along. They swear at each other, hit each other and kill using a variety of weapons, such as knives and chainsaws. Trying to make sense of the dialogue or narrative can be quite a challenge. The characters consist of a variety of figures. There are humanlike dolls, cut-out figures that have been drawn and coloured and dolls made out of clay and plasticine. The ones that were created for the film are poorly made and look awful. The creators hold the figures, keeping their fingers out of frame and move them around. The result gives the impression that the dolls are being handled by children. Some of the characters have names such as Titanic Sinclair, Kitty Krueger and Joe Motor. Regarding the background, the characters are often infront of a painted background or in a dollhouse. The painted settings do not look too bad. There is also a fictional TV channel logo that keeps appearing from time to time. There are sequences that show actors, playing characters such as Crawline and the Disco Master. They pretty much appear out of the blue and when they do, they tend to address the audience. There are also times when people dance and sing in front of a screen with changing colours like a music video. The performances by the cast is not serious or realistic and the same could be said about the voice actors. The voice acting consists of over the top performances and listening to them is more annoying, rather than humorous. The fact that the voices are irritating to the ear could be deliberate and the goal might be to be funny, however the viewer might find the experience too silly to be amusing, as the voice actors seem to be trying to hard to be ridiculous. The look of the film is unusual. Filming took place utilizing VHS tape, Mini DV tape and Video 8 tape, and the result gives the impression that the movie was made decades ago. The soundtrack includes disco music among others and the sound effects do not sound good. The lighting is poor and lacks creativity. The editing makes frequent use of superimposition and dissolve techniques. The camera work is very clumsy and there is a lot of shaking going on. There are many closeups of the dolls' faces throughout and accompanied by the childish voices, they are awkward to watch. This feature is the same thing from start to finish: swearing, blood and violence. A great deal of fake blood is added when the dolls injure each other and they get covered in red as a result. They do disgusting things to each other and some of the dolls are naked and it is graphic. This is a movie that relies on brutality, twisted humour, adult humour and toilet humour in order to try to attract attention. It is poorly made, with weak performances and hardly any story. The characters are unlikeable and listening to them swear or watching them mutilate each other is an uncomfortable experience. This film is probably not worth two and a half hours of anyone's time. Buy UKFR Banner Space About the Film Critic Jason Knight Indie Feature Film < All Reviews Next Film Review >

James Gunn drops the latest trailer!. Brand new film trailers. The Suicide Squad (2021) Trailer The Suicide Squad trailer just landed, and we are VERY excited! From celebrated filmmaker James Gunn, The Suicide Squad (2021) is currently slated for an August cinematic release in the UK. It stars Margot Robbie (reprising her role as Harley Quinn), Idris Elba - playing Bloodspot, as well as a host of other incredible acting talents. Based on the comic book by John Ostrander, The Suicide Squad trailer directed by James Gunn is one of the most anticipated superhero movies this year - following the underwhelming response of the 2016 outing Suicide Squad. If you enjoyed this trailer for The Suicide Squad, let us know! Share on social and enjoy more trailers below. Paper Tiger The Paper Tiger trailer suggests a searing, deeply moving examination of ambition, guilt, and the toxic pursuit of the American Dream. Ink The newly dropped trailer for Ink confirms those expectations, delivering a relentless, kinetic glimpse into Fleet Street's most disruptive era. The Social Reckoning Seeing the first teaser trailer drop for its spiritual companion piece, The Social Reckoning, sent an absolute chill down my spine. Focker-in-Law If the film can sustain the frantic, competitive energy displayed in this preview, Focker-In-Law might just be the rarest of cinematic beasts: a comedy sequel that actually manages to justify its own existence. We are officially on high alert. Heart of the Beast Heart of the Beast looks like a gripping, tear-jerking cinematic triumph that will resonate with action fans and animal lovers alike. We will definitely be front and centre with our popcorn when this one hits the big screen! Klara and the Sun Klara and the Sun looks like a heart-wrenching, beautifully acted triumph that will linger in the mind long after the curtains close. Power Ballad What has us incredibly excited about Power Ballad is the dynamic friction between its two leads. Paul Rudd seems perfectly cast as the rugged, everyday musician who just wanted a shot at the big time, acknowledging with a heavy heart that having his name on a song of that magnitude would have completely changed his life. The Debut UK Film Review hasn't yet seen the final curtain rise on this one, but if the film matches the sheer dramatic potency of its trailer, The Debut is set to be a staggering, must-see cinematic triumph. One Night Only One Night Only looks to be a sharp, subversively funny, and emotionally resonant look at how we connect when time is running out. It takes a wild, satirical premise and uses it to explore a timeless question: Who would you choose if you only had one night? Supergirl As we look toward the 2026 release, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow stands as a testament to the new direction of DC Studios. Masters of the Universe With the arrival of the first trailer for the 2026 reboot of Masters of the Universe, the cinematic landscape prepares for a collision of sword, sorcery, and surprisingly, suburban Earth. Wild Foxes Dune: Part Three Picking up roughly seventeen years after the seismic events of Part Two, the trailer immediately signals a shift in tone. While the first film was an act of world-building and the second a visceral war epic, Dune: Part Three—an adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune Messiah—looks to be a far more claustrophobic and tense affair. In The Grey Scary Movie 6 The horror-comedy world is officially being turned upside down as the first trailer for Scary Movie 6 has finally arrived, marking a monumental return for the franchise that defined a generation of parody cinema. Empire of Lies Empire of Lies arrives in UK cinemas and on digital platforms on 27th March. Undertone Undertone is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on Friday, March 13th, 2025. If the trailer is anything to go by, we suggest you keep the lights on and perhaps think twice before pressing play on your next favourite podcast. The Moment The Land of Sometimes Twins Alfie and Elise find a magical Wish Watch on Christmas Eve and are swept by the Wish Collector into the musical Land of Sometimes, where they learn that wishes have consequences. Avengers: Doomsday Fans are elated at the release of the first teaser trailer for Avengers: Doomsday. Set for a theatrical release on 18th December 2026, find out more here.

We Want the Virus film review by UK film critic William Curzon. Starring Paul Santoli, Cody Schultz, Amy Lyndon directed by Paul Santoli. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS We Want the Virus Film Review average rating is 3 out of 5 Critic: William Curzon | Posted on: Aug 12, 2026 Directed by: Paul Santoli Written by: Daniel Gualajara, Paul Santoli Starring: Paul Santoli, Cody Schultz, Amy Lyndon We Want the Virus follows two lifelong friends and struggling actors, Adam (Paul Santoli) and Greg (Cody Schultz), as they wake up and realise they raised 22,000 dollars by falsely claiming they had the Coronavirus through a fundraiser. They must go to extreme lengths to get a positive COVID test in 48 hours and collect their cash prize. The piece is a feature-length independent comedy with an incredibly minimal budget made by a team of 12 people. We Want the Virus employs an incredibly absurd narrative while never losing sight of its character-driven focus. Both Adam and Greg are endearing, likeable characters who do whatever they can to hustle and get a positive COVID test within a 48-hour window, making their increasingly inventive schemes a pleasure to watch. The piece never takes itself too seriously and balances its comedic and dramatic tone exceptionally well. It feels like a love letter to LA with its Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019) homage and clear love for filmmaking without ever feeling overly self-indulgent. Its uplifting and feel-good spirit also helps, as both characters' sentimentality is the driving force of the narrative and one of the reasons it works so well. The narrative is suitably paced without ever overstaying its welcome thanks to the litany of characters introduced throughout. Each character in the ensemble feels naturally woven into the narrative, adding to the absurdity of Adam and Greg’s increasingly outlandish actions. While the second half of the narrative meanders as both central characters work through a variety of schemes, the montage sequences are well executed, and the piece maintains its energetic and uplifting tone. The coming-of-age elements are particularly effective, while the chemistry among the ensemble grounds the narrative's central ideas and themes. The camerawork is exceptional throughout. Most of the piece relies on wide framing, shifting to close-ups during intimate, dialogue-heavy moments. It's an apt choice, as the tighter framing allows each performance to shine. The music is equally creative throughout, incorporating synthwave motifs in the final third while adopting a more understated tone during the quieter moments of character interaction. Despite how incredibly silly and absurd the narrative is, the direction and technical elements keep the piece compelling. Given the film's minimalist team and budget, it’s astounding what was accomplished with the limited resources they had. Despite how over-convoluted the final stretch feels, it wraps up satisfyingly. Both central performances from Paul Santoli and Cody Schultz in their portrayals of Adam and Greg, respectively, are endearing thanks to their uplifting chemistry throughout. The 81-minute runtime allows for their character arcs to develop, and both performances convey their struggles and personalities profoundly. It's compelling to watch Adam and Greg attempt to find their way out of the central conflict, and the performances shine through each sequence. The supporting players are also incredibly memorable and add to the charm of the piece. We Want the Virus is a heartfelt buddy comedy crafted with uplifting intent by a group of individuals who love Hollywood and filmmaking. Held together by two terrific lead performances and a memorable ensemble, We Want the Virus is a fun ride that makes profound use of its absurd narrative. Buy UKFR Banner Space About the Film Critic William Curzon Indie Feature Film < All Reviews Next Film Review >

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Finding Kendrick Johnson film review by UK film critic Rachel Willis. Starring Jackie Johnson, Kenneth Johnson directed by Jason Pollock. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Finding Kendrick Johnson Film Review average rating is 3 out of 5 Critic: Rachel Willis | Posted on: Aug 17, 2021 Directed by: Jason Pollock Written by: Jason Pollock Starring: Jackie Johnson, Kenneth Johnson In 2013, in Valdosta, Georgia, a black teenager was found dead in his high school gym. The officials ruled his death a tragic accident. There were a few unsatisfied by that ruling – including director Jason Pollock. The result of his four-year, undercover investigation is the unflinching documentary, Finding Kendrick Johnson. Drawing on interviews with Kendrick Johnson’s family, official investigators, as well as news footage, crime scene photos, and Valdosta’s brutal history, Pollock makes his own case for what happened to Kendrick. We’re told early on this information is being presented in a way that will allow viewers “to make up their own minds.” This isn’t an issue when focusing on what happened to Kendrick. However, the film makes a hard accusation. This isn’t to say whether or not the accusations are unfounded, but in the age of internet vengeance, it doesn’t sit well. It’s not done without reason. The accusation allows the film to draw parallels. If the roles were reversed, if a white child was murdered and the accused was black, the case would be handled very differently. A black teenager would certainly not be allowed to live his life, nor would a white teenager’s murder be handled so carelessly (and with utter disregard) by local law enforcement. Narrators, even in documentaries, often deliver a hard sell. Many times, movies fare better without the voiceover giving you the details. But this film wants the viewer to be very clear about what it’s presenting. In case you missed a detail, Jenifer Lewis’s narration helps call your attention to the many contradictions in the case. Numerous graphic and violent images haunt the screen. Crime scene and autopsy photos of Kendrick allow the viewer to see what happened to Kendrick in gory detail. It might be too much for some, particularly as the documentary draws comparisons to past lynchings, but it’s necessary to highlight the injustices against Black Americans. Too often, Black men, women, and children are murdered, and no one is held accountable. In the past, these crimes would be known, celebrated, and ignored by the justice system. These days, the justice system tries to pass off a murder as an accident in hopes it will go away. This documentary, along with Johnson’s family, wants to ensure that doesn’t happen to Kendrick. Kendrick Johnson deserves justice. His family demands it. Maybe this documentary will help them get it. Buy UKFR Banner Space About the Film Critic Rachel Willis Digital / DVD Release, Indie Feature Film, Documentary < All Reviews Next Film Review >

The Boogeyman film review by UK film critic George Wolf. Starring Sophie Thatcher, ChrisMessina, Vivien Lyra Blair directed by Rob Savage. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS The Boogeyman Film Review average rating is 2 out of 5 Critic: George Wolf | Posted on: Jun 1, 2023 Directed by: Rob Savage Written by: Scott Beck, Bryan Woods, Mark Heyman Starring: Sophie Thatcher, ChrisMessina, Vivien Lyra Blair You see that a new horror flick is PG-13, and you might begin making some assumptions. There will be jump scares, some dream sequence fake-outs, maybe a conveniently placed box ‘O clues. It’s hard to blame you for these expectations, and The Boogeyman does little to upend them. Therapist Dr. William Harper (Chris Messina) recently lost his wife in a car accident. His teenage daughter Sadie (Yellowjackets ‘ Sophie Thatcher) is withdrawing, while his younger one, Sawyer (supercute Vivien Lyra Blair from Bird Box and the Obi-Wan Kenobi series), has developed a strong fear of the dark. And just when the family is trying to get back into some sort of routine, the troubled Lester Billings (David Dastmalchian) crashes the Dr.’s office with a wild claim. Lester didn’t kill his three kids like the cops are claiming. A monster did it. A monster that lives in the darkness. A monster that follows you to places like home offices. Writers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods help adapt a Stephen King short story with little of the tension or thrills that drove their script for A Quiet Place. Director Rob Savage (Host ) has some visual fun with Sawyer’s round nite lite rolling through dark spaces, but it isn’t long before the familiar beats, questionable internal logic and middling creature effects bog the film’s 98 minutes down in tedium. The cast (including Marin Ireland as a battle-weary Mrs. Billings) is strong and willing, but the darkened playground of The Boogeyman is only for the scaredy-est of cats. And for horror fans wanting another PG-13 gem like The Ring , or a grief metaphor as deeply felt as The Babadook , the long wait just gets longer. Buy UKFR Banner Space About the Film Critic George Wolf Theatrical Release < All Reviews Next Film Review >

DreamWorks launch official trailer for The Bad Guys. Nobody has ever failed so hard at trying to be good as The Bad Guys.. Brand new film trailers. The Bad Guys Official Trailer DreamWorks launch official trailer for The Bad Guys Nobody has ever failed so hard at trying to be good as The Bad Guys. In the new action-comedy from DreamWorks Animation, based on the New York Times best-selling book series, a crackerjack criminal crew of animal outlaws are about to attempt their most challenging con yet—becoming model citizens. Never have there been five friends as infamous as The Bad Guys—dashing pickpocket Mr. Wolf (Academy Award® winner Sam Rockwell, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri), seen-it-all safecracker Mr. Snake (Marc Maron, GLOW), chill master-of-disguise Mr. Shark (Craig Robinson, Hot Tub Time Machine franchise), short-fused “muscle” Mr. Piranha (Anthony Ramos, In the Heights) and sharp[1]tongued expert hacker Ms. Tarantula (Awkwafina, Crazy Rich Asians), aka “Webs.” But when, after years of countless heists and being the world’s most-wanted villains, the gang is finally caught, Mr. Wolf brokers a deal (that he has no intention of keeping) to save them all from prison: The Bad Guys will go good. Under the tutelage of their mentor Professor Marmalade (Richard Ayoade, Paddington 2), an arrogant (but adorable!) guinea pig, The Bad Guys set out to fool the world that they’ve been transformed. Along the way, though, Mr. Wolf begins to suspect that doing good for real may give him what he’s always secretly longed for: acceptance. So when a new villain threatens the city, can Mr. Wolf persuade the rest of the gang to become … The Good Guys? The film co-stars Zazie Beetz (Joker), Lilly Singh (Bad Moms) and Emmy winner Alex Borstein (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel). Based on the blockbuster Scholastic book series by Aaron Blabey, The Bad Guys is directed by Pierre Perifel (animator, the Kung Fu Panda films), making his feature directing debut. The film is produced by Damon Ross (development executive Trolls, The Boss Baby, co-producer Nacho Libre) and Rebecca Huntley (associate producer, The Boss Baby). The executive producers are Aaron Blabey, Etan Cohen and Patrick Hughes. THE BAD GUYS IS IN UK CINEMAS THIS SPRING Paper Tiger The Paper Tiger trailer suggests a searing, deeply moving examination of ambition, guilt, and the toxic pursuit of the American Dream. Ink The newly dropped trailer for Ink confirms those expectations, delivering a relentless, kinetic glimpse into Fleet Street's most disruptive era. The Social Reckoning Seeing the first teaser trailer drop for its spiritual companion piece, The Social Reckoning, sent an absolute chill down my spine. Focker-in-Law If the film can sustain the frantic, competitive energy displayed in this preview, Focker-In-Law might just be the rarest of cinematic beasts: a comedy sequel that actually manages to justify its own existence. We are officially on high alert. Heart of the Beast Heart of the Beast looks like a gripping, tear-jerking cinematic triumph that will resonate with action fans and animal lovers alike. We will definitely be front and centre with our popcorn when this one hits the big screen! Klara and the Sun Klara and the Sun looks like a heart-wrenching, beautifully acted triumph that will linger in the mind long after the curtains close. Power Ballad What has us incredibly excited about Power Ballad is the dynamic friction between its two leads. Paul Rudd seems perfectly cast as the rugged, everyday musician who just wanted a shot at the big time, acknowledging with a heavy heart that having his name on a song of that magnitude would have completely changed his life. The Debut UK Film Review hasn't yet seen the final curtain rise on this one, but if the film matches the sheer dramatic potency of its trailer, The Debut is set to be a staggering, must-see cinematic triumph. One Night Only One Night Only looks to be a sharp, subversively funny, and emotionally resonant look at how we connect when time is running out. It takes a wild, satirical premise and uses it to explore a timeless question: Who would you choose if you only had one night? Supergirl As we look toward the 2026 release, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow stands as a testament to the new direction of DC Studios. Masters of the Universe With the arrival of the first trailer for the 2026 reboot of Masters of the Universe, the cinematic landscape prepares for a collision of sword, sorcery, and surprisingly, suburban Earth. Wild Foxes Dune: Part Three Picking up roughly seventeen years after the seismic events of Part Two, the trailer immediately signals a shift in tone. While the first film was an act of world-building and the second a visceral war epic, Dune: Part Three—an adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune Messiah—looks to be a far more claustrophobic and tense affair. In The Grey Scary Movie 6 The horror-comedy world is officially being turned upside down as the first trailer for Scary Movie 6 has finally arrived, marking a monumental return for the franchise that defined a generation of parody cinema. Empire of Lies Empire of Lies arrives in UK cinemas and on digital platforms on 27th March. Undertone Undertone is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on Friday, March 13th, 2025. If the trailer is anything to go by, we suggest you keep the lights on and perhaps think twice before pressing play on your next favourite podcast. The Moment The Land of Sometimes Twins Alfie and Elise find a magical Wish Watch on Christmas Eve and are swept by the Wish Collector into the musical Land of Sometimes, where they learn that wishes have consequences. Avengers: Doomsday Fans are elated at the release of the first teaser trailer for Avengers: Doomsday. Set for a theatrical release on 18th December 2026, find out more here.

Film news - Marvel Studios Announces Black Widow DVD and Blu-Ray UK Release Date. Find out more at UK Film Review. Marvel Studios Announces Black Widow DVD and Blu-Ray UK Release Date Chris Olson Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 4:07:02 PM GMT+1 Marvel Studios Announces Black Widow To Land Early On Digital (August 10th) and 4K, Blu-Ray and DVD September 13th. To include 9 deleted scenes as well as a gag reel, Marvel fans will be stoked to hear Black Widow will be coming to home viewing very soon. Having delayed the cinematic release date due to the pandemic which started last year, the wait will hopefully be worth it for film fans. In Marvel Studios’ action-packed spy thriller Black Widow, Natasha Romanoff — aka Black Widow — confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger. Scarlett Johansson reprises her role as Natasha/Black Widow, Florence Pugh stars as Yelena, David Harbour portrays Alexei/The Red Guardian, and Rachel Weisz is Melina. Black Widow — the first film in Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe — is directed by Cate Shortland and produced by Kevin Feige. Read our Black Widow film review . Marvel Studios’ Black Widow Bonus Features* Gag Reel – Take a look at some of the fun mishaps on set with the cast and crew of Black Widow . Deleted Scenes Grocery Shopping – Natasha heads into a grocery store to prepare for her journey through Norway. After a long drive, she arrives at her destination: a mysterious trailer in the middle of nowhere. Bike Chase – Tailed by assailants, Natasha and Yelena speed through the city in order to escape their nemeses. Gulag Fight – Alexei squares up against several enemies and is quickly overpowered. When all hope seems lost, Natasha leaps in to lend a hand in the fight. Smile – The Taskmaster protocol is activated in a tense moment, and an iconic helmet is unveiled. Come After Me – Secretary Ross and Mason discover an important message Natasha left behind. Walk and Talk – Alexei and Melina have a playful exchange. The Taskmaster arrives and faces off with Alexei. Widows in Training – Yelena and Alexei awaken in captivity. Melina hands the Taskmaster vials while the Widows train. Kiss – Alexei and Melina reunite after the action. Natasha grieves over an untimely demise in the brutal aftermath. Ohio – Natasha witnesses the carefree nature of the Ohio suburbs through the neighbourhood children. Filmmaker Introduction Featurette – Director Cate Shortland introduces the film and her vision for it. Sisters Gonna Work It Out Featurette – Watch Scarlett and Florence as they train, fight, and bond to become the sister duo in Black Widow . Listen as the cast and crew discuss the characters, rigorous training, and building the dynamic between the two fearsome siblings. Go Big If You’re Going Home Featurette – Step back to appreciate the size and scale of Black Widow ’s solo film. Shot around the world, the film balances family and drama with mind-blowing action. The cast and crew reveal the intricacies of stunts that made the film so action-packed. *bonus features vary by product and retailer The King's Man UK Home Release Date Announced The Latest King’s Man Film Will be Available on Digital February 9 and 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on February 21. Read Now BFI Future Film Festival announces 2022 Awards Jury and full programme Find out who the jury is for the 2022 BFI Future Film Festival. 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