Argo – ★★★★
Around a decade ago, Ben Affleck was ridiculed in Hollywood by critics and audiences for his poor acting skills in films such as Pearl Harbor (2001), Daredevil (2002) and the much-derided Gigli (2003). This was…
Film and TV Reviews
Skyfall (2012) – ★★★★ (1/2)
“Everyone needs a hobby…” “So what’s yours?” “Resurrection.” DIRECTOR: Sam MENDES STARRING: Daniel CRAIG, Judi DENCH, Javier BARDEM, Ralph FIENNES, Naomie HARRIS, Berenice MARLOHE, Ben WHISHAW 2012 has been a landmark year for the James…
Beasts of the Southern Wild – ★★★★
With awards season almost upon us, the race has officially begin with several contenders set to be released to the viewing public and critics over the next few months. Whilst this year has been mostly…
Looper – ★★★
In recent years, the sci-fi genre has expanded itself with bold, innovative films which explore new worlds and original ideas through such examples including The Matrix (1999) and Inception (2010). That looks set to continue…
Lawless (2012) – ★★★ (1/2)
“I’m a Bondurant. We don’t lay down for nobody.” DIRECTOR: John HILLCOAT STARRING: Shia LABEOUF, Tom HARDY, Gary OLDMAN, Mia Wasikowska, Jessica CHASTAIN, Guy PEARCE It’s been a while since I watched a western film…
The Expendables 2 – ★★★★
SYNOPSIS: Following a successful rescue operation in Nepal, Expendables leader Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone) is once again approached by shady CIA agent Mr Church (Bruce Willis) to try and retrieve a mysterious item. Assisted by…
The Bourne Legacy – ★★
SYNOPSIS: Set during the timeline of The Bourne Ultimatum, the corporations Treadstone and Blackbriar find themselves tracking down rogue assassin Jason Bourne while another fellow spy Aaron Cross (Jeremy Renner) is hiding out in Alaska….
Ted – ★★★★
SYNOPSIS: In 1985, youngster John Bennett receives a teddy bear for Christmas but makes a wish for it to come to life. That wish comes true for John as Teddy becomes a walking, talking bear…
Action Men and Plastic Dolls (2011)
DIRECTOR: Chrysanthi Pierropoulou With my website currently on the rise, I have been limited in writing reviews for films so far, but amidst all the Hollywood blockbusters and award contenders, there is also room for…
The Dark Knight Rises – ★★★★
SYNOPSIS: Eight years after Two-Face’s crimes, Gotham City has been kept safe following the Harvey Dent Crime Act which has led to criminals being imprisoned. However Batman hasn’t been seen or heard during that period…