Hard Tide, 2016. Directed by Robert Osman and Nathanael Wiseman. Starring Nathanael Wiseman, Mem Ferda, Alexandra Newick, Oliver Stark, Ralph Brown, Katarina Gellin, Beverly Hills, Sean Cronin and Grant Davis. SYNOPSIS: A small-time drug dealer forges an unlikely bond with a neglected nine-year-old girl. Jake (Nathanael Wiseman) may be a drug peddler on the streets of […]
Maika Monroe, Rosa Salazar, Zendaya and Bella Thorne testing for Alita: Battle Angel
With a director in place in Robert Rodriguez, it looks like casting is underway on James Cameron’s manga adaptation Alita: Battle Angel, with The Hollywood Reporter revealing that a number of actresses are testing for the female lead. According to the site, Maika Monroe (It Follows), Rosa Salazar (Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials), Zendaya (Spider-Man: […]
Comic Book Review – Assassins Creed: Templars #2
Calum Petrie reviews Assassins Creed: Templars #2… In the bustling streets of Shanghai, Darius Gift has come unstuck, his head turned by a pretty girl and a stunning smile. His tenuous position as a newly initiated member of the Templar Order is under threat, until he is rescued by the mysterious figure that is Black Cross… […]
Marvel responds to “whitewashing” criticism of The Ancient One in Doctor Strange
Marvel has found itself coming in for criticism recently due to the casting of Tilda Swinton as The Ancient One in Doctor Strange, with some accusing the studio of “whitewashing” the character, who is of Tibetan origin in the comic books. Tilda Swinton has already responded to the criticism, stating earlier this week that “it’s […]
Watch Wonder Woman’s entrance from Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
Despite a storm of criticism when her casting was first announced, it’s pretty fair to say that Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman was one of the highlights of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and as the film’s box office run winds down, Warner Bros. has released a new clip showing the Amazon Princess’ entrance during […]
Comic Book Review – Mars Attacks: Occupation #2
Emma Withington reviews Mars Attacks: Occupation #2 ‘When we last left off, the humans had succeeded in a last-ditch effort to prevent total martian victory. But, that only delayed the inevitable, and the martian empire eventually conquered earth, subjugating its people.’ Ding ding! Ready…FIGHT! After beating down Willis Thompson, a willing human servant in the […]
Richard E. Grant joins Wolverine 3 as a mad scientist villain
Earlier this month it was announced that Boyd Holbrook (Narcos) has joined the cast of Wolverine 3 as the main villain, and now 20th Century Fox has added another bad guy to the ranks, with The Hollywood Reporter revealing that Richard E. Grant (Withnail & I) is set to portray a “mad scientist”. SEE ALSO: Rumour: […]
J.K. Simmons will only have a “very small” role in Justice League Part One
Last month, it was revealed that J.K. Simmons is set to portray the character of Commissioner Gordon in the currently-in-production Justice League Part One, and the Oscar-winner has revealed that his first foray into the DC Extended Universe will be a very minor role, although he is hoping it will lead to bigger things further […]
Movie Review – Golden Years (2016)
Golden Years, 2016. Directed by John Miller. starring Phillip David, Bernard Hill, Simon Callow, Alun Armstrong, Una Stubbs, Virginia McKenna, Sue Johnston, Brad Moore. SYNOPSIS: Retired couple Arthur (Bernard Hill) and Martha (Virginia McKenna) Goode refuse to fade into old age and take the loss of their pension lying down. Instead they slip unseen into […]
Comic Book Review – Deus Ex Universe: Children’s Crusade #3
Calum Petrie reviews Deus Ex Universe: Children’s Crusade # 3… Titus King’s hate-mongering leads to escalating tension around TF29 HQ, leaving the strike force in an uncompromising position. Meanwhile, Jensen discovers a shocking new link to the pro-aug terrorists. The first issue of this series left us on a high note with the groundwork was laid […]
