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Alfred Hitchcock Films Ranked - Every feature film directed by the Master of Suspense, Alfred Hitchcock, ranked from worst to best. List includes silent and sound films from across 6 decades. By Kieran Judge.
It Ends with Us (2024) Review - 'It Ends with Us' (2024), Justin Baldoni's adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel, is a stylish melodrama carried by vulnerable performances. Review by Margaret Roarty.
Trap (2024) Review - 'Trap' (2024), from writer-director M. Night Shyamalan, and starring Josh Hartnett as a serial killer trapped at a concert, suffers from a lack of logic and immersion. Review by Joseph Wade.
Miles Morales Transcends the Tragedy of Being Spider-Man - How 'Spider-Verse' hero Miles Morales transcends the tragedy of being Spider-Man, and how this informs his overpowered status. Essay by Faiz Elahi.
Cinema Is Becoming a Monopoly (Again) - Streaming services are ensuring a monopoly of the film industry, undermining the Sherman Antitrust Act that dissolved a studio monopoly in 1948. Read about how in this piece by Jamie Williams.
The Dead Don’t Hurt (2024) Review - Viggo Mortensen waters the bone-dry terrain of the Wild West to create a new hero with his 2024 western 'The Dead Don't Hurt', co-starring Vicky Krieps. Review by Patrick Hayes.
‘The Iron Giant’ at 25 – Review - 25 years on from the release of Brad Bird's Warner Animation film 'The Iron Giant', it still has the power to inspire awe. It has stood the test of time. Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson.
Marvel Cinematic Universe Villains Ranked - The supervillains of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) ranked from worst to best. List includes Loki, Thanos, The High Evolutionary, Killmonger, Casandra Nova and more. By Sam Sewell-Peterson.
Deadpool and Wolverine Films Ranked - Every film from the respective 'Deadpool' and 'Wolverine' trilogies, including the pair's MCU debut 'Deadpool and Wolverine', ranked from worst to best. List by George Taylor.
MCU Marvel Cinematic Universe Movies Ranked - Every Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie ranked from worst to best. List includes 'Iron Man', 'Black Panther', 'Avengers: Endgame' and 'Deadpool and Wolverine'. By Sam Sewell-Peterson.
Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) Review - Wade Wilson and Logan finally make their way into the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Shawn Levy's 'Deadpool and Wolverine' (2024), an affectionate tribute filled with in-jokes.
Where to Start with Stanley Kubrick - Where to begin with the cinema of the fascinating and conflicting film auteur Stanley Kubrick, one of the giants of movie history. Article by Kieran Judge.
Twisters (2024) Review - When the tornadoes hit, the visuals work wonders in Lee Isaac Chung's standalone 'Twister' sequel 'Twisters', starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell. Review by Kieran Judge.
10 Best When Harry Met Sally Moments - The best moments from arguably the greatest and most iconic romantic comedy of the modern era, 'When Harry Met Sally', written by Nora Ephron and directed by Rob Reiner. List by Grace Laidler.
‘C’è Ancora Domani’, Neorealism, and the Right to Vote - Paola Cortellesi's directorial debut 'C’è Ancora Domani' reimagines ideas of Italian Neorealism to tell of contemporary struggles through a historical lens. Essay by Jenson Davenport.
MaXXXine (2024) Review - 'MaXXXine', the third film in Ti West's horror film series, is more interested in aesthetics than substance and leaves Mia Goth with not enough room to breathe. Review by Margaret Roarty.
‘Marnie’ at 60 – Review - Alfred Hitchcock's 'Marnie', starring Tippi Hedren and Sean Connery, features a stellar safe-stealing sequence but drags its heels. Review by Kieran Judge.
‘North by Northwest’ at 65 – Review - 65 years on from its release, Alfred Hitchcock thriller 'North by Northwest' remains a glorious mishmash of parody and paranoia, a sublimely written, thrilling film. Review by Kieran Judge.
Donald Sutherland: 3 Career-Defining Performances - The career-defining work of iconic screen actor Donald Sutherland, 1935-2024. 3 films that best exemplify his unmatched talent. Article by Kieran Judge.
Twister (1996) Review - 'Twister', the 2nd highest-grossing film of 1996 starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton, by way of director Jan de Bont, uses its strengths wisely and a central pair that works. Review by Kieran Judge.
The Sour Sweetheart: A New Character Archetype - Introducing the Sour Sweetheart, a new film character archetype to add to the ranks of the Femme Fatale and the Final Girl. She's got a diary and a gun. Essay by Jessica Grassano.
The Devil’s Bath (2024) Review - 'The Devil's Bath', from writer-director duo Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz, is more a psychological study than a straight horror, a beautifully haunting warning. Review by Lauren Frison.
Longlegs (2024) Review - Osgood Perkins horror 'Longlegs', starring Nicolas Cage in a terrifying role, crafts an experience that lingers in the shadows of the mind. Review by Jake Fittipaldi.
10 Best Harry Dean Stanton Appearances - The best silver screen appearances of celebrated character actor and blockbuster regular Harry Dean Stanton, a performer whose career spanned more than half a century. Article by Sam Sewell-Peterson.
Where to Start with Ingmar Bergman - Widely regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers ever, Swedish director Ingmar Bergman left an indelible mark on all of cinema. Here's where to begin with his iconic work. Article by George Taylor.
‘Eyes Wide Shut’ Isn’t About Sex - Stanley Kubrick's final film, 'Eyes Wide Shut', isn't about sex. It's about Christmas. Of all the Christmas movies, it may be the most cynical. Essay by Declan O'Reilly.
Yul Brynner: 3 Career-Defining Performances - The career-defining silver screen performances of Russian American actor Yul Brynner, one of Old Hollywood's most monumental screen presences. Article by Margaret Roarty.
To a Land Unknown (2024) Review - Mahdi Fleifel's refugee drama 'To a Land Unknown' competed in the Cannes 2024 Un Certain Regard strand, and is an urgent, necessary film. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.
Anora (2024) Review - 'Anora', from filmmaker Sean Baker, won the Palme d'Or at Cannes in 2024, and thanks to a powerful lead performance and open-minded approach, should be considered important. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.
The Imaginary (2023) Review - From some of the creative minds behind 'Spirited Away' comes 2024 Netflix anime 'The Imaginary', a children's film for adults that is a little too boring to be a classic. Review by Martha Lane.
Where to Start with Vittorio de Sica - Where to begin with the cinema of Italian Neorealism pioneer and world-renowned Italian filmmaker Vittorio de Sica, one of the most influential screen artists in history. Article by Clotilde Chinnici.
‘Anatomy of a Murder’ at 65 – Review - James Stewart and George C. Scott are a wonder to behold in Otto Preminger's strange, uneasy, and altogether brilliant courtroom drama 'Anatomy of a Murder' (1959). Review by Kieran Judge.
Lumberjack the Monster (2023) Review - The latest movie from provocative filmmaker Takashi Miike, 'Lumberjack the Monster' (2023), seems lacking the shock factor necessary to gain attention. Review by Lauren Frison.
10 Best Spider-Man 2 Moments - The very best moments from Sony and Sam Raimi's 'Spider-Man 2' (2004), starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst and Alfred Molina. Article by Sam Langton.
The Echo of ‘Oldboy’ in ‘Monkey Man’ - By reflecting elements of South Korean action cinema, 'Monkey Man' distinguishes itself from the formulaic patterns of contemporary Hollywood revenge narratives. Essay by Jake Fittipaldi.
Kinds of Kindness (2024) Review - Yorgos Lanthimos follows 'Poor Things' with one of the best films of his career, the messed up ensemble piece 'Kinds of Kindness' - a film not to be missed. Review by Mark Carnochan.
Sister Wives (2024) Short Film Review - Louisa Connolly-Burnham writes, directs and stars in 'Sister Wives', a heartfelt story of control, freedom and expression, co-starring Mia McKenna-Bruce. Review by Kieran Judge.
Peter Lorre: 3 Career-Defining Performances - The 3 career-defining silver screen performances of German-born Golden Era Hollywood star Peter Lorre, a villain and a comic. Article by Kieran Judge.
‘The Notebook’ at 20 – Review - 20 years on from the release of Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams romance 'The Notebook', its pop culture significance is earned, its performances affecting. Review by Margaret Roarty.
‘The Lion King’ at 30 – Review - Three decades on, Disney Animation's 'The Lion King' remains a classic. The jewel in the Disney Renaissance crown is an untouchable icon of pop culture. Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson.