Tom Jolliffe on a childhood idol getting a long overdue and triumphant comeback… Growing up in the 80s I was lavished with great movies. I loved all kinds of films, from kidcentric adventure films to movies like Terminator and Die Hard which I really shouldn’t have been watching. Many of my idols growing up were […]
Terrible Remake Ideas: Past, Present, Future
Tom Jolliffe looks at ten unnecessary remakes from the past and coming soon that no one asked for… Hollywood is full of interesting and original ideas. Studios are actively looking to pursue new concepts and move away from simply repackaging or updating existing IPs. Okay, I’m fibbing. Hollywood is desperately scraping any old idea they […]
PM Entertainment and the Art of Rip-offs With Razzmatazz
Tom Jolliffe takes a look back at 90’s video action specialists PM Entertainment and a penchant for enjoyable knock offs… I’ve oft shared my fondness for the work of PM Entertainment, headed by Joseph Merhi and Richard Pepin. Their company were prolific through the 90’s in producing straight to cable/video movies (predominantly action) that seemed […]
2023 Oscar Nominations: Reasons to Cheer and Reasons to Jeer
We look at the Oscar nominations. The surprises, the nods to celebrate and some glaring omissions… The Oscar nominations for the 2023 ceremony were announced this week. It’s time to warm up your slapping hands, sorry, clapping hands and ready yourself for the main event. As with every year, there are predictable choices, and pleasing […]
2023 Is All About Cocaine Bear
Is Cocaine Bear the must-see film of 2023? We take a look ahead to Elizabeth Banks’ redemption film… There are some film titles that just demand to be watched. Sometimes it’s because they sound so ludicrous as to feel unmissable. It’s also particularly enticing if these happen to be horror or creature themed. Snakes on […]
Did Colin Farrell Win 2022?
We look back at a stellar year for Colin Farrell. Is Oscar Glory around the corner? It’s fair to say that Colin Farrell’s career has taken enigmatic turns. He’s danced between occasional attempts to be a major blockbuster star in the likes of Total Recall and he’s had plenty of success in the indie film […]
Tom Cruise vs. Keanu Reeves: Who will be 2023’s King of Action?
Tom Jolliffe previews what promises to be a stellar year for action cinema as two titans bring franchise heavy-hitters to the table… As far as films have gone, 2022 was pretty damn stellar. It’s the first year in a long time where I can honestly say I’ll struggle to put a top ten together. It’s […]
The Sandler Paradox: Seriously… Adam Sandler Could (and Should) Win an Oscar!
We look at The Adam Sandler Paradox and why Little Nicky himself could (and should) win an Oscar soon… Adam Sandler is a fans favourite. A purveyor of ‘low brow’ comedy where he has perfected the role of the laid-back underdog who is slightly shlubby. Among an array of legitimate comedy gems (which you might […]
What is the Most Quotable Movie of All Time?
Tom Jolliffe on the most quotable film ever made… Films come and go. Some disappear into a distant haze of half forgotten memory. Others, for a variety of reasons, stand the test of time. Maybe you remember the visuals of Blade Runner, the powerhouse performances in The Godfather, the impeccable writing of Chinatown, or the […]
Incredible Movie Opening Scenes That Hooked the Audience
Tom Jolliffe looks at 15 great movie openings which hook the audience immediately… Audiences are a difficult bunch to please sometimes. A film’s goal is to grab the attention of viewers and hold them until the final credits roll. In the age of streaming and a lust for instant gratification, where Tik Tok videos all […]
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