Posted by Amy on July 25, 2012 in Action, Adventure, Crime

The Dark Knight Rises Review

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One of my most anticipated films of 2012; Christian Bale finally returns as Batman in the long awaited conclusion to the trilogy in The Dark Knight Rises. Did it live up to the hype?

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Posted by Amy on July 19, 2012 in Action, Fantasy, Superhero

The Amazing Spider-Man (3D) Review

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The first of Webb’s reboot trilogy The Amazing Spider-Man, has finally swung into cinemas across the world. Although over two hours long, it is full of fast-paced fun that will to keep even the shortest attention spans sustained this summer

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Posted by Rob on July 19, 2012 in Podcast

Movie Talking: Seeking a Friend For the End of the World

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Episode 12 is out on iTunes and SoundCloud today! Amy, Kieran and Rob take a look at Seeking a Friend For the End of the World and delve into films with a post/apocalyptic theme. No need to worry it’s not all doom and gloom!

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Posted by Amy on July 17, 2012 in Comedy

Friends with Kids Review

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Although marketed as the new Bridesmaids, Friends with Kids is incredibly disappointing; perhaps thanks to the unfair advertising

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Posted by Amy on July 15, 2012 in Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Review

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Finally getting on track and only a few months late; May’s Fan of the Month, Tom, asked me to review Terry Gilliam’s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Is it as good as I remembered it? Every bit as much

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Posted by Amy on July 12, 2012 in Comedy, Romance

The Five-Year Engagement Review

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Jason Segel and Emily Blunt prepare to tie the knot in The Five-Year Engagement; and like all good relationships, there are a few rocky moments. In this case; it’s far too long.

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Posted by Amy on July 9, 2012 in Action, Adventure, Drama

Snow White and the Huntsman Review

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The second Snow White film of the year, Snow White and the Huntsman, is still out at cinemas. But how does it compare to Tarsem Singh’s Mirror Mirror? The answer is somewhat unexpected.

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Posted by Amy on July 9, 2012 in Action, Fantasy, Horror

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (3D) Review

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Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter is the first on screen history mashup from the author of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies; Seth Grahame-Smith. Will this buck the trend and be enhanced by the extra dimension? Don’t get your hopes up

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Posted by Rob on June 27, 2012 in Podcast

Movie Talking: Rock of Ages and Musicals

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We’re back! After a short break away Amy, Kieran and Rob took to the cinema to see Rock of Ages, an adaptation of the 2006 Chris D’Arienzo Broadway musical of the same name.

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Posted by Amy on June 26, 2012 in Comedy, Musical

Rock of Ages Review

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It’s been a while since a good musical graced our cinema screens, so is Rock of Ages worth the wait? In short; no. Not even Cruise’s performance can save this one.

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Posted by Amy on June 25, 2012 in Science Fiction

Prometheus Review

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Another of my most anticipated summer blockbusters, Prometheus exploded onto cinema screens recently. Is it as good as I hoped? Not at first, but a second viewing proved much more favourable.

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Posted by Amy on June 24, 2012 in Comedy, Drama

Moonrise Kingdom Review

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Wes Anderson returns with Moonrise Kingdom: a perfect introduction to his work for new comers, which embodies everything existing fans adore. I have a feeling this may make my Top Ten Films of 2012 list.

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