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Film review: Jurassic World Dominion
Fri, 10th Jun 2022
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This movie is what happens when you cross a lot of hungry dinos with humanity trying desperately to redeem itself for a mistake, and boy does it try.
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Film review: Blade Runner 2049
Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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Blade Runner 2049 mesmerises with Zimmer's score and a deep, psychological narrative that may perplex newbies but thrills enthusiasts.
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Film review - Kingsman: The Golden Circle
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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Suits, guns and cowboys, Kingsman: The Golden Circle delivers a massive action spectacle with just the right amount of humour...
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Film review - Alien: Covenant & how Ridley Scott is still worth his weight in gold
Mon, 8th May 2017
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Ridley Scott has not let us down. He and writers John Logan and Dante Harper have gracefully provided the missing pieces of the puzzle.
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Film Review: The Fate of the Furious
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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Thrilling ride with 'The Fate of the Furious'; a spectacular feast of action that leaves viewers yearning for another watch!.
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Film review - Smurfs: The Lost Village
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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There are otherworldly creatures, the fight between good & evil, the bond of friendship and finding out true identities - all make for a great story.
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Film review: Ghost in the Shell - a cyberpunk look into AI and mind hacking
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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When you go messing around with advanced technology, what happens if your mind gets hacked? What if that hacker is a wanted cyberterrorist?.
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Film review: Boss Baby - what happens when you turn a baby into a corporate boss?
Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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Looking for a family movie this April? Boss Baby is a cute and lighthearted look at turning a baby into senior management. In cinemas from April 13.
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Film Review: T2 Trainspotting - the cast is back for a fitting sequel
Mon, 6th Mar 2017
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There is depression, heroin, violence, regret, sex, lies and betrayal. But you know what? T2 is actually hell of a lot more upbeat than the first one.
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Film review: Logan
Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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The sound in itself is visceral; this film is well worth seeing on the big screen for the aural experience alone.
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Film review: The Great Wall - it's man versus beast in this visual spectacle
Tue, 21st Feb 2017
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The Great Wall of China may have been built to keep people out; but the biggest question in this film is: What if the invaders aren’t people?.
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Film review: Our alternative take on Resident Evil: The Final Chapter
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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For those interested in the overarching story as to how the T-Virus started, the clones and what went so horribly wrong, you will get answers.
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Christmas Giveaway Time! Win tickets to Office Christmas Party
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Get your festive laughs with Office Christmas Party! Win tickets to see a stellar cast's comedic chaos – enter our giveaway now!.
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Film review: Office Christmas Party
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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'Office Christmas Party' mingles chaos with cheer in a bawdy festive blowout that'll likely leave your sides splitting as much as your head the next day.
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Coming soon: Office Christmas Party
Fri, 2nd Dec 2016
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'Office Christmas Party' film, brimming with A-listers, hits theatres Dec 8 to add sparkle to your festive work do planning.
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Film Review: Bad Santa 2 - lewd & crude heist antics bring mayhem to Chicago
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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Boozed, lewd and crude: Billy Bob Thornton and team are back for the second instalment in the Bad Santa franchise.
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Film review: The Sunset Song – a story of a woman’s sheer grit
Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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The simple fact that my girlfriend and I were talking about the film and comparing notes the whole way home says a lot about its integrity.
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Film review: Trolls - a fun combination of candyfloss hair, colours and chatter
Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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Candyfloss, colours and chatter were everywhere you looked – and that was just in the foyer. And just quietly, I did indeed find my happy place.
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Film review: Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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While the word ‘children’ is in the title, this isn’t a film for young ones. Ransom Riggs’ novels are aimed at young adults, so keep that in mind.
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Film review: Star Trek Beyond - a formulaic but fun blockbuster
Mon, 25th Jul 2016
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Star Trek Beyond is one of those films that might not go down in history as the highlight of the franchise, but boy, is it one hell of a ride.