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Watch Zombie Beach at the 2022 UK Film Review Festival. See the UKFRF 2022 lineup and buy your festival pass. Zombie Beach Listen to our review on the film podcast What our film review said: READ FULL REVIEW Shot in a flickering, grainy mix of colour and monochrome it has the look of a classic 70s B movie. That in itself is no bad thing as it will help secure cult status. That is the real test for any film shot with a modest budget; can it create a unique aura that will attract a sufficient fan base? It certainly has the potential with strong imagery and a clean soundtrack. There is also an entertaining climax to the piece, which raises this film above the standard offering of similar efforts in this genre. This is a solid piece that demonstrates a complete understanding of the horror genre. Proudly supporting MediCinema for our 2022 film festival.

Ian Lunny writes movie reviews for UK Film Critic. As one of the talented UK film critics, find out more here. Ian Lunny To say I am a bit of geek is an understatement. Growing up I spent my childhood reading comics and watching films that were introduced to me by my father. He showed me sci-fi adventure films of Star Wars and flash Gordon, the Westerns of John Ford and classics of Alfred Hitchcock. I took this passion into my university study where, I began to contribute film reviews to my campus newspaper and dedicate my studies to understanding cinema. In my post study life I have wanted to contribute to the critical discussion of film and have found UK film review a place to do so. I consider my style analytical but funny (where appropriate) but am still taking the time to find my voice. You can find me of twitter @ianlunny, where I am starting this journey into film critic and hope you join me for it! Follow On Twitter Read My Film Reviews

Turning Points: The Day The War Changed film review by UK film critic William Hemingway. Starring Noah Brzeski, Michael Dorosh, Marcus Frowley, Matt Holland directed by Michael Dorosh. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Turning Points: The Day The War Changed Film Review average rating is 1 out of 5 Critic: William Hemingway | Posted on: Aug 23, 2024 Directed by: Michael Dorosh Written by: Michael Dorosh Starring: Noah Brzeski, Michael Dorosh, Marcus Frowley, Matt Holland It is generally thought that in 1944 there were three main events which signalled turning points in the Second World War: The closing in from the East of the Red Army to take out Germany’s Army Group Centre; the landing of the Allied forces in Normandy; and the pushing through from the South, at Anzio in Italy, by Allied forces as they made their way towards Rome. In Turning Points: The Day The War Changed it is the latter situation which Canadian filmmaker Michael Dorosh wants to focus on, being as it was where the joint Canadian/US forces of the ‘Devil’s Brigade’ made a breakthrough in the German line, and is therefore the story which is most relevant and personal to him. Enlisting the aid of ‘The First Special Service Force Living History Association of Alberta’, a local historical re-enactment group of which he is a part, Dorosh was able to get free access to period uniforms, equipment and firearms as well as, of course, actors who were knowledgeable and willing to LARP about in the woods as soldiers on both sides of the conflict. Dorosh uses his pals to act out a fictional situation between the ‘Devil’s Brigade’ and a German Hand Grenade Division unit, using his time to get into the everyday situations of a soldier on the front line. The story is told in voiceover, from commanders on either side of the line, as though reading from their diaries or field correspondence. This is then matched with stock footage from the war mixed in with Dorosh’s new material to create some sort of setting for the scenario. However, the deep horror and tragedy being described in the audio very rarely links up with the images we see on screen and whenever we hear the war it always seems to be happening all around, but never within sight of the camera. In fact, very little that we see on screen has anything to do with the war or fighting at all. While the voiceover talks about previous battles or how the war is going, all we see are four or five guys going through their packs, reading letters from home or distributing equipment. There is only minimal dialogue from the characters to help us get to know them and so everything espoused in the voiceover means nearly nothing at all to the viewer when we can’t relate it to anything or anyone on screen. Additionally, the voiceover is really pretty boring. No matter which side we happen to be on, the expository information is talked at us in incessantly monotone voices, with no real action or excitement to speak of. It is very hard for the viewer not to switch off as the voiceover drones on about banal, made-up stuff, which seems to deliberately avoid conflict when it includes a grenade which doesn’t explode and a ‘well-disciplined enemy who knew enough to hold his fire’. Everything in Turning Points seems to have been done in order to avoid conflict, and in a war movie that has to be the biggest mistake of all. Not one character fires a gun once, despite the enemy standing right in front of them, and when a firefight does start it is at a distance with drawn in tracer bullets to tell us that something is actually happening. Oddly, Dorosh says that at the top of his mind as he was developing the film were the pitfalls of others that he wanted to avoid. These included ‘sometimes long, sometimes dull, consistently depressing shorts with bad acting, over the top special effects, bland characters and thin or non-existent storylines’. Yet, with the exception of the special effects this is exactly what he has created. Sadly, Turning Points doesn’t offer anything to anyone excepting LARPing enthusiasts. It is not historically accurate enough for war buffs, it’s not got any action for movie-goers, and it doesn’t have a well told story or even minimally drawn characters for people who like – well – the basics. It is a fictional account of real events which doesn’t do any justice to those who fought on those battlegrounds, and in the end feels like a Sunday re-enactment in the woods, despite the desire to honour the fallen. About the Film Critic William Hemingway Short Film, Digital / DVD Release < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Vivo follows a one-of-kind kinkajou (aka a rainforest “honey bear,” voiced by Miranda), who spends his days playing music to the crowds in a lively square with his beloved owner Andrés (Buena Vista Social Club’s Juan de Marcos).. Brand new film trailers. Vivo Official Trailer Vivo Official Netflix Film Trailer Released From Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation — the studio that brought you Oscar winner Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and this year's critically acclaimed blockbuster The Mitchells vs. The Machines — comes Vivo , an animated musical adventure featuring all-new songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of Hamilton and In the Heights . Vivo follows a one-of-kind kinkajou (aka a rainforest “honey bear,” voiced by Miranda), who spends his days playing music to the crowds in a lively square with his beloved owner Andrés (Buena Vista Social Club’s Juan de Marcos). Though they may not speak the same language, Vivo and Andrés are the perfect duo through their common love of music. But when tragedy strikes shortly after Andrés receives a letter from the famous Marta Sandoval (three-time Grammy-winning Latin pop legend Gloria Estefan), inviting her old partner to her farewell concert with the hope of reconnecting, it’s up to Vivo to deliver a message that Andrés never could: A love letter to Marta, written long ago, in the form of a song. Yet in order to get to Marta, who lives a world apart, Vivo will need the help of Gabi (newcomer Ynairaly Simo) – an energetic tween who bounces to the beat of her own offbeat drum to fulfill his owner’s wishes. Also featuring the voices of Zoe Saldaña (Guardians of the Galaxy ) as Gabi’s mother, Rosa; Michael Rooker as a villainous Everglades python, Lutador; Brian Tyree Henry and Nicole Byer as a pair of star-crossed spoonbills; and Katie Lowes, Olivia Trujillo, and Lidya Jewett as a trio of well-meaning but overzealous scout troops, VIVO is an exhilarating story about gathering your courage, finding family in unlikely friends, and the belief that music can open you to new worlds. The film is directed by Oscar nominee Kirk DeMicco (The Croods ), co-directed by Brandon Jeffords (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2) , written by Quiara Alegria Hudes (In the Heights ), produced by Lisa Stewart (Monsters vs. Aliens ), Michelle Wong (Hotel Transylvania 2 ) and Oscar winner Rich Moore (Zootopia ), with visual consultation by Oscar winning cinematographer Roger Deakins (Blade Runner 2049 ). Serving as the film’s composer and executive music producer is Tony and Grammy award-winner Alex Lacamoire (The Greatest Showman ), and the film is executive produced by Miranda, Golden Globe winner Laurence Mark (Dreamgirls ), and Louis Koo Tin Lok (The Mitchells vs. The Machines ). Vivi is in select UK cinemas on 30th July and on Netflix on 6th August. Delivery Run From the first stark frames of the trailer for Deliver Run, it is immediately clear that this is a thriller operating under pressure. In Your Dreams "In Your Dreams," a new animated comedy set to enchant audiences. This delightful film, co-directed by Alex Woo and Erik Benson, promises a fantastical journey into the boundless landscape of dreams, arriving on November 14, 2025. A House of Dynamite A House of Dynamite, a gripping new thriller that plunges audiences into a high-stakes global crisis. The trailer for Bigelow's latest offering paints a chilling picture of a world on the brink, arriving in select UK cinemas on October 3rd The Man in My Basement With an intense psychological trailer that leaves you with more questions than answers, Andscape’s new film The Man in My Basement is poised to be a must-watch for UK and Ireland audiences, arriving on Disney+ on Friday, 26th September. Wicked: For Good The final trailer for Wicked: For Good has finally landed, promising an electrifying and emotional conclusion to the untold story of the Witches of Oz. Time Travel Is Dangerous The moment we clapped eyes on the first trailer for Time Travel Is Dangerous, we knew we were in for something special. Blending the charming, grounded sensibility of a classic British comedy with the mind-bending chaos of a high-concept sci-fi flick, this film promises a riotous journey through time and space. Game The trailer for the film GAME, set for release in November 2025, falls squarely into that last category. It's a two-minute masterclass in tension, leaving you with more questions than answers and a palpable sense of unease. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Don Q Don Q will be available on digital platforms in the UK on 15 September, thanks to Reel2Reel Films. John Candy: I Like Me The new documentary, John Candy: I Like Me, directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds, offers a poignant and intimate look at the man behind the memorable characters. Eschewing the typical celebratory retrospective, the film embarks on a journey to humanise an icon, exploring his personal struggles, deep-seated anxieties, and the profound impact he had on those who knew him best. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. Set for a glorious return to UK cinemas this September, this film promises to be a welcome, if profoundly daft, comeback for the geriatric rockers. In Vitro Mark your calendars, UK film fans! The highly anticipated Australian sci-fi thriller, In Vitro, is set to make its digital debut across the UK on September 15th The Partisan The Partisan will be a significant and memorable entry into this year's cinematic calendar. Mark your calendars for its cinema release on October 3 and be ready to witness a truly unforgettable story of courage. Mr Blake at Your Service Mr. Blake at Your Service!, the charming French comedy-drama, is set to grace UK and Irish cinemas from October 3rd. This film is the cinematic adaptation of the popular novel Complètement cramé ! by acclaimed French author Gilles Legardinier, who also wrote and directed the movie. The Woman in Cabin 10 Directed by Simon Stone and based on the book The Woman In Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware, the film comes to Netflix on October 10th 2025. Helloween Helloween, makes its way to the UK. The film, which has been making waves, is set to arrive on digital platforms on September 29, 2025, with a physical Blu-ray release following on October 13, 2025. Stand or Fall: The Remarkable Rise of Brighton & Hove Albion From the brink of extinction to the heights of Premier League glory, Stand or Fall: The Remarkable Rise of Brighton & Hove Albion tells the extraordinary true story of a football club that refused to give up. Steve Film trailer for the upcoming Netflix movie Steve, starring Cillian Murphy. Based on Max Porter's Shy, the film will come to select cinemas and then Netflix. Borderline A bodyguard protects a pop superstar and her athlete boyfriend from a determined stalker in 1990s Los Angeles. Watch the Borderline official film trailer. That Alien, Sound Mia Danelle stars alongside veteran actors Richard Masur (My Girl, The Thing, Risky Business) and Amy Hill (50 First Dates, The Cat in the Hat) in this humorous and touching tale of identity and acceptance with a sci-fi twist. From writer-director Brando Topp, in his feature debut, the film is set to crash land on digital this Monday, courtesy of Miracle Media.

Helloween, makes its way to the UK. The film, which has been making waves, is set to arrive on digital platforms on September 29, 2025, with a physical Blu-ray release following on October 13, 2025.. Brand new film trailers. Helloween Get ready for another dose of killer clown chaos this spooky season, as Phil Claydon's latest chiller, Helloween , makes its way to the UK. The film, which has been making waves, is set to arrive on digital platforms on September 29, 2025 , with a physical Blu-ray release following on October 13, 2025 . From the producers at Shogun Films , this new offering looks to cash in on the ever-popular "killer clown" trope, a subgenre that never seems to go out of fashion. The story is a throwback to the unsettling clown sightings that plagued the UK in 2016, a time ripe for fear-mongering and media sensationalism. The plot centres on Dr Ellen Marks (played by Jeanine Nerissa Sothcott ), a psychiatrist at a high-security hospital. She finds herself in the unenviable position of caring for Carl Cane (Ronan Summers ), a notorious and seriously disturbed child killer. When the "killer clown" chaos begins to boil over, Marks joins forces with American investigative journalist John Parker (Michael Paré ) to get to the bottom of the sinister contagion. The duo quickly uncovers a connection to Cane, who they suspect might be orchestrating the entire clown uprising from his cell. Things take a turn for the worse when the killer escapes, leading Marks on a desperate race against time to save her daughters from his maniacal revenge. The film promises a terrifying confrontation, with the promotional material hinting at something far more sinister and possibly supernatural at play. Whether Helloween will be a clever exploration of our modern fears or just another slasher in a clown mask remains to be seen. But for horror fans looking for a bit of pre-Halloween fright, this might just be what you're looking for. Delivery Run From the first stark frames of the trailer for Deliver Run, it is immediately clear that this is a thriller operating under pressure. In Your Dreams "In Your Dreams," a new animated comedy set to enchant audiences. This delightful film, co-directed by Alex Woo and Erik Benson, promises a fantastical journey into the boundless landscape of dreams, arriving on November 14, 2025. A House of Dynamite A House of Dynamite, a gripping new thriller that plunges audiences into a high-stakes global crisis. The trailer for Bigelow's latest offering paints a chilling picture of a world on the brink, arriving in select UK cinemas on October 3rd The Man in My Basement With an intense psychological trailer that leaves you with more questions than answers, Andscape’s new film The Man in My Basement is poised to be a must-watch for UK and Ireland audiences, arriving on Disney+ on Friday, 26th September. Wicked: For Good The final trailer for Wicked: For Good has finally landed, promising an electrifying and emotional conclusion to the untold story of the Witches of Oz. Time Travel Is Dangerous The moment we clapped eyes on the first trailer for Time Travel Is Dangerous, we knew we were in for something special. Blending the charming, grounded sensibility of a classic British comedy with the mind-bending chaos of a high-concept sci-fi flick, this film promises a riotous journey through time and space. Game The trailer for the film GAME, set for release in November 2025, falls squarely into that last category. It's a two-minute masterclass in tension, leaving you with more questions than answers and a palpable sense of unease. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Don Q Don Q will be available on digital platforms in the UK on 15 September, thanks to Reel2Reel Films. John Candy: I Like Me The new documentary, John Candy: I Like Me, directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds, offers a poignant and intimate look at the man behind the memorable characters. Eschewing the typical celebratory retrospective, the film embarks on a journey to humanise an icon, exploring his personal struggles, deep-seated anxieties, and the profound impact he had on those who knew him best. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. Set for a glorious return to UK cinemas this September, this film promises to be a welcome, if profoundly daft, comeback for the geriatric rockers. In Vitro Mark your calendars, UK film fans! The highly anticipated Australian sci-fi thriller, In Vitro, is set to make its digital debut across the UK on September 15th The Partisan The Partisan will be a significant and memorable entry into this year's cinematic calendar. Mark your calendars for its cinema release on October 3 and be ready to witness a truly unforgettable story of courage. Mr Blake at Your Service Mr. Blake at Your Service!, the charming French comedy-drama, is set to grace UK and Irish cinemas from October 3rd. This film is the cinematic adaptation of the popular novel Complètement cramé ! by acclaimed French author Gilles Legardinier, who also wrote and directed the movie. The Woman in Cabin 10 Directed by Simon Stone and based on the book The Woman In Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware, the film comes to Netflix on October 10th 2025. Helloween Helloween, makes its way to the UK. The film, which has been making waves, is set to arrive on digital platforms on September 29, 2025, with a physical Blu-ray release following on October 13, 2025. Stand or Fall: The Remarkable Rise of Brighton & Hove Albion From the brink of extinction to the heights of Premier League glory, Stand or Fall: The Remarkable Rise of Brighton & Hove Albion tells the extraordinary true story of a football club that refused to give up. Steve Film trailer for the upcoming Netflix movie Steve, starring Cillian Murphy. Based on Max Porter's Shy, the film will come to select cinemas and then Netflix. Borderline A bodyguard protects a pop superstar and her athlete boyfriend from a determined stalker in 1990s Los Angeles. Watch the Borderline official film trailer. That Alien, Sound Mia Danelle stars alongside veteran actors Richard Masur (My Girl, The Thing, Risky Business) and Amy Hill (50 First Dates, The Cat in the Hat) in this humorous and touching tale of identity and acceptance with a sci-fi twist. From writer-director Brando Topp, in his feature debut, the film is set to crash land on digital this Monday, courtesy of Miracle Media.

Watch Rise of Fizzy Pop at the 2022 UK Film Review Festival. See the UKFRF 2022 lineup and buy your festival pass. Rise of Fizzy Pop Listen to our review on the film podcast What our film review said: READ FULL REVIEW To really appreciate this piece the viewer needs to get their head around the interaction between characters. The idea that Fizzy has conversations with largely inanimate objects represents his thought process. This is a product of solitude in its most extreme form. Fizzy breaking away from his friends is a foot into a brave new world. Proudly supporting MediCinema for our 2022 film festival.

Destroy All Neighbors film review by UK film critic Hope Madden. Starring Jonah Ray, Alex Winter, Thomas Lennon directed by Josh Forbes. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Destroy All Neighbors Film Review average rating is 3 out of 5 Critic: Hope Madden | Posted on: Jan 10, 2024 Directed by: Josh Forbes Written by: Mike Benner, Jared Logan, Charles A. Pieper Starring: Jonah Ray, Alex Winter, Thomas Lennon A film for anyone who squeezes creative passions into the hours outside other responsibilities, refuses the label “hobby” and still never manages to complete anything, Destroy All Neighbors lives that nightmare. William (Jonah Ray) has been working and reworking the final song on his prog-rock album for ages. Years. He’s so close, but then the loudest, most aggressively weird neighbor moves in next door. Vlad (Alex Winter, who also produces) may have charmed William’s longsuffering girlfriend (Kiran Deol), but he’s pushing William to the brink of insanity. Who can get anything done with all that noise?! William is that nonconfrontational nice guy who’s always being taken advantage of. But Vlad has pushed him too far. Which is why it will be so difficult to convince anyone that Vlad accidentally killed and dismembered his own self. But he did! Really! Destroy All Neighbors delivers silly, sloppy horror comedy with the highly relevant message: maybe this is all your own fault. Ray (MST3K) drives the lunacy with an earnest performance. You kind of already know this guy. Hell, he could be you. And that’s the real charm of Destroy All Neighbors. Director Josh Forbes, working from a script by Mike Benner, Jared Logan and Charles A. Pieper, isn’t wagging a finger of judgment. The finger is gently pointed inward. The writing team comes from animation and comedy rather than horror, which may be why the film is so gleefully gory, no meanness in it. Whenever William does find his inner badass, the film makes sure he immediately regrets it. A cameo from Kumail Nanjiani and the supporting goofiness from Lennon and Ryan Kattner as rock and roll has been Caleb Bang Jansen (say the whole name!) keep the tone silly. Destroy All Neighbors is not a great movie. It’s definitely not a great horror movie. But it’s a light, weird, gentle reminder that you may be all that’s holding you back. (And also, loud neighbors kind of suck.) About the Film Critic Hope Madden Digital / DVD Release < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Jason Knight writes movie reviews for UK Film Critic. As one of the talented UK film critics, find out more here. Jason Knight Hello. I am Jason Knight. Ever since I was a little boy, I have enjoyed movies. I grew up watching Schwarzenegger, Stallone and Van Damme fighting bad guys and many, many horror films. Having grown up and matured (slightly) I have learned to enjoy and appreciate all kinds of films, from Hollywood blockbusters, to low-budget, independent ones. I thoroughly enjoy analysing and discussing movies. Some of my favourite films would be Scarface (1983), Saving Private Ryan and American Beauty. In my spare time (apart from dealing with anything movie related) I practice martial arts, read thriller novels and I am also a videogame fan. Follow On Twitter Read My Film Reviews

Canned Laughter film review by UK film critic Joe Beck. Starring Jan Ravens directed by Chris Brake. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Canned Laughter Film Review average rating is 4 out of 5 Critic: Joe Beck | Posted on: Feb 23, 2024 Directed by: Chris Brake Written by: Chris Brake Starring: Jan Ravens What do we do when we’re no longer able to do the one thing that we love. The fallout can lead to a path of self destruction, or, it can lead to the expansion of our horizons and a whole host of new possibilities that would never otherwise have seemed feasible or interesting. It can be both enlightening or catastrophic depending on how an individual copes with it. Be it a work, or hobby, or otherwise, such a moment becomes inevitable, particularly as we grow older, and as age strips us of that ability that we used to find vital to sustain happiness. ‘Canned Laughter’ depicts that incisively, as well as the pitfalls and problems that ageing brings. ‘Canned Laughter’ follows the plight of Deidre Gossamer, played by Jan Ravens, a former comedian, struggling in her retirement to move on past her glory days on stage. Deidre toured the country, and was once a very successful comedian, however, now, consigned to her basement, she only ever performs her greatest hits to an audience of homemade creations who watch on with blank faces. There is an undeniable eeriness surrounding the whole set up, not least due to the loud, unnerving opening sound and the shuffling of tapes in the silence. This eeriness becomes downright unnerving when one of her creations, which, looking past its odd appearance could be described as cute, comes to life, and begins wreaking havoc to her prized possessions and disturbing her performance. The creation begins smashing her posters and tapes, destroying her memories, and forcing Deidre to re-evaluate her attachment to her former glories. Many of Deidre’s jokes revolve around her grandmother, either morbid ones surrounding her death or old adages her grandmother used to impart to her. The creation’s destruction, forces Deidre to realise that now she is not too dissimilar from the woman her grandmother was, and that her advice, which she laughed at back then, is actually rather helpful, particularly for Deidre in her current state of repeating her past successes rather than creating ones anew. Throughout her recital of one of her performances Deidre keeps losing her place and forgetting her words, causing her great annoyance. The creation’s destruction of her posters, could therefore possibly be interpreted as a reflection of old age, or even dementia’s, destruction of her memories, and the fact that she is slowly forgetting those glory days, and that her recital of those great performances is an attempt to desperately cling onto the fading memories of the past. Writer and director Chris Brake imbues the film with a haunting sense that lingers throughout, reflecting the past, and how that haunts Deidre and prevents her from living the present. Brake’s script is fantastic throughout, full of metaphor’s, potency about age and moving on from the past, and self-reflection for those of all ages. Deidre, in many ways, serves as a cautionary tale not to rest on your laurels or become hang up on the past, but to explore pastures new. ‘Canned Laughter’ is a reflective short film, filled with regrets and lessons, all with an overcoming, and delightful eeriness that pervades throughout. About the Film Critic Joe Beck Short Film < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Monét film review by UK film critic Joe Beck. Starring Tdjiri Yakini, Kasey Inez, Sha'quil Reeves, David Jite directed by Kyung Sok Kim. HOME | FILMS | REVIEWS Monét Film Review average rating is 5 out of 5 Critic: Joe Beck | Posted on: Dec 21, 2023 Directed by: Kyung Sok Kim Written by: Tdjiri Yakini Starring: Tdjiri Yakini, Kasey Inez, Sha'quil Reeves, David Jite The idea that our entire lives is predetermined and controlled by a little four-letter word called fate is both a terrifying and a comforting thought. On the one hand, it suggests that you lack the control to make your own decisions and that even those that you assume that you are making for yourself are fated. On the other hand, there is comfort in knowing that you have a path that you will remain on, no matter how lost you feel, and that even when you think that you have done something wrong, that whatever it was, was always meant to happen. ‘Monét’ explores many themes in an extremely nuanced and enthralling manner, including the idea that many people come into your life to shape your destiny. The titular Monét (played by Kasey Inez) narrates the film, beginning with the opening ideas of fate and destiny, suggesting that in our youth we have an entitled view of the world that everything will go as planned, before she suggests that every choice and every person shapes our destiny. Monét is referring to three people whom she is with at a party, her best friend Sarai (played by Tdjiri Yakini), Sarai’s boyfriend Jason (Sha’quil Reeves) whom she has a familial connection to, and Naeem, her boyfriend Naeem (David Jite). However, it is not Monét’s story that we are following, rather that of Sarai, and the aftermath of the party, where, driving back home there was a car accident, and Monét died. The film focuses on the impact that Monét’s death has on Sarai’s life. She is absent from school for a week, and when she does dare to go in, she is bullied relentlessly by a troop of three girls who repeatedly call her a murderer. Jason begins to cut ties with her, blaming Sarai for Monét’s death, perhaps not unreasonably given his position, but something that nonetheless damages the innocent Sarai. Her mental health deteriorates, with visions of Monét and flashbacks to that fateful night. Monét’s story may have ended, but her impact continues to resonate in the lives of those three whom she was with at the party, particularly Sarai, as she shapes her destiny further. Kyung Sok Kim directs the film delicately, with the camera seeming to glide through the party scenes with ease and a gentle precision, before taking a more narrow focus on Sarai, with closeups in the party’s aftermath. Kim’s directing is excellent, and only helps build the sense of intrigue leading up to the reveal of what actually happened on the night of the party that ultimately led to the car accident. This is also adeptly conveyed through Tdjiri Yakini’s screenplay, which expertly conveys the subtleties in Sarai’s feelings of guilt, hatred, and fear, following the events of that night. This wouldn’t be possible if Yakini didn’t deliver such an excellent performance herself, perfectly expressing the nuances in Sarai’s feelings through the intonations of her voice or the movements of her face. ‘Monét’ is both an intriguing film through its storyline and through its meditations on fate and how that his impacted by those around us. With sublime performances and excellent camerawork, it makes for a very impressive drama. About the Film Critic Joe Beck Short Film < All Reviews Next Film Review >

Film news - Random Acts of Violence UK DVD and Blu-ray Release Date. Find out more at UK Film Review. Random Acts of Violence UK DVD and Blu-ray Release Date Chris Olson Monday, July 26, 2021 at 4:57:33 PM UTC 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. Fan favourite Jesse Williams (Cabin in the Woods) leads in this gore-filled slasher as his own creation is bought to life by a fan hell-bent on committing Random Acts of Violence in increasingly gruesome murders. The film will be released on Blu-ray, DVD and on digital to download and keep on 23 August 2021. Comic book creator Todd Walkley (Williams – Grey’s Anatomy), his wife (Jordana Brewster – Fast and the Furious), assistant (Niamh Wilson –Saw III) and best friend (Jay Buchel – This is the End, Sorcerer's Apprentice) are heading to NYC Comic Con when bad things start to happen – a lot of people are getting murdered. It soon becomes clear that a crazed fan is using his “SLASHERMAN” comic as inspiration for the killings. As the bodies pile up, and Todd’s friends dropping like flies, he is forced to face the killer and put an end to his notorious comic. Will Todd be able to stop the spree or will he fall victim to his own creation? Get in on some Random Acts of Violence. 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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The official UK Film Awards from UK Film Review. Including the critic's choices and the public votes. UK Film Review Awards NOMINATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED! As opinion splitting as they are, the UK Film Review Awards are here to stay. The reason for that is that...we just love a bit of pomp and ceremony. No that's not actually true. Really it's because great work should be greatly rewarded and it is lovely for our critics and the public to put their thinking hats on and determine: Which films did I see this year that I really, truly loved? Which filmmakers deserve to know that I appreciated their work above all others this year? Below you will find the nominations for the 2018 UK Film Review Awards. Give us some shoutouts on social media! The winners of the UK Film Review Awards will be announced sometime in December! Next year we are hoping to have an official party but keep that under wraps for now ;) AND THE 2018 WINNERS ARE...