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Film review - Alien: Covenant & how Ridley Scott is still worth his weight in gold

Ridley Scott has not let us down. He and writers John Logan and Dante Harper have gracefully provided the missing pieces of the puzzle.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017

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Film review: Ghost in the Shell - a cyberpunk look into AI and mind hacking

When you go messing around with advanced technology, what happens if your mind gets hacked? What if that hacker is a wanted cyberterrorist?.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2017

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Coming soon: Office Christmas Party

'Office Christmas Party' film, brimming with A-listers, hits theatres Dec 8 to add sparkle to your festive work do planning.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Dec 2016

Gaming

Film review: The Sunset Song – a story of a woman's sheer grit

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.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016

Gaming

Film review: Trolls - a fun combination of candyfloss hair, colours and chatter

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.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016

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Film review: Jurassic World Dominion

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.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2022

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Film review: Blade Runner 2049

Blade Runner 2049 mesmerises with Zimmer's score and a deep, psychological narrative that may perplex newbies but thrills enthusiasts.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

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Film review - Kingsman: The Golden Circle

Suits, guns and cowboys, Kingsman: The Golden Circle delivers a massive action spectacle with just the right amount of humour...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017

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Film Review: The Fate of the Furious

Thrilling ride with 'The Fate of the Furious'; a spectacular feast of action that leaves viewers yearning for another watch!.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017

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Film review - Smurfs: The Lost Village

There are otherworldly creatures, the fight between good & evil, the bond of friendship and finding out true identities - all make for a great story.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2017

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Film review: Boss Baby - what happens when you turn a baby into a corporate boss?

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.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2017

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Film Review: T2 Trainspotting - the cast is back for a fitting sequel

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.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Mar 2017

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Film review: Logan

The sound in itself is visceral; this film is well worth seeing on the big screen for the aural experience alone.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017

Gaming

Film review: The Great Wall - it's man versus beast in this visual spectacle

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?.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017

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Film review: Our alternative take on Resident Evil: The Final Chapter

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.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2017

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Christmas Giveaway Time! Win tickets to Office Christmas Party

Get your festive laughs with Office Christmas Party! Win tickets to see a stellar cast's comedic chaos – enter our giveaway now!.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2016

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Film review: Office Christmas Party

'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.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2016