Smoking Causes Coughing review: absurdist superhero comedy
by Giles Gough | Jul 07, 2023 | Reviews
Absurdist comedy Smoking Causes Coughing is the latest from director Quentin Dupieux - here's our review of the unconventional film. A...
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Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective review | An overlooked gem triumphantly returns
by Lewis Packwood | Jun 30, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
The re-release of Ace Attorney creator Shu Takumi’s 2010 classic features lovingly reworked graphics and a puzzle mechanic that still feels fresh after all these years. Here's our Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective review.
Mother And Son review: A family search for a better life
by Charlotte Harrison | Jun 30, 2023 | Reviews
The leading trio shine in Mother And Son, but this family drama provides only a brief view into its character's lives - here's our review. T...
Hello, Bookstore review: A lighthearted documentary
by Charlotte Harrison | Jun 30, 2023 | Reviews
A heartwarming documentary from director A.B. Zax, Hello, Bookstore shows how one independent book shop can bring people together. H...
Synapse PSVR2 review | Unlimited power!
by Alan Wen | Jun 29, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Synapse lets you dual-wield guns and telekinesis inside someone else’s mind. Here’s our review of a satisfying PSVR2 power trip.
Final Fantasy XVI review | Swords, sorcery and spectacle
by Carlton Hill | Jun 28, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Does the Final Fantasy franchise’s future lie in fast-paced, real-time action? Here’s our review of Final Fantasy XVI.
Nimona review: colourful, creative and rebellious animation
by Lauren Miles | Jun 28, 2023 | Reviews
Chloe Grace Moretz voices a shape-shifting teenager in the creative and chaotic Nimona - from the directors of Spies In Disguise. I...
Aliens: Dark Descent review | Real-time tactics, sporadic tension
by Chris Farnell | Jun 27, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
The Aliens universe gets a real-time strategy game courtesy of Tindalos Interactive. Here’s our review of Aliens: Dark Descent.
No Hard Feelings review: Jennifer Lawrence comedy is a delightful surprise
by Giles Gough | Jun 23, 2023 | Reviews
The Jennifer Lawrence-led comedy No Hard Feelings is a delightful surprise, and manages to avoid pitfalls into gross-out comedy....
Indiana Jones & The Dial Of Destiny review: a not very fitting farewell
by John Moore | Jun 21, 2023 | Reviews
Harrison Ford takes on the role of Indiana Jones one last time - but our situation has not really improved. Here's our Dial Of Destiny review....
Extraction 2 review: Chris Hemsworth is back in action
by Lauren Miles | Jun 16, 2023 | Reviews
Chris Hemsworth returns to the role of mercenary Tyler Rake in Extraction 2 - it's an action-packed yet uneven sequel......
Asteroid City review: beautifully shot sci-fi from Wes Anderson
by Lauren Miles | Jun 15, 2023 | Reviews
With Asteroid City Wes Anderson presents another colourful and carefully shot feature - but its not so clear at conveying its central themes....
The Flash review: The best superhero movie this week
by James Harvey | Jun 14, 2023 | Reviews
When Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) goes back in time to prevent a personal tragedy, things don’t go entirely to plan in this fun but unspectacular s...
Diablo IV review | Devilishly good
by Carlton Hill | Jun 12, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
On a tiny budget and despite incredible odds, indie developer Blizzard has made one of the best dungeon crawlers of the year. Our review of Diablo IV…
Pretty Red Dress review: colourful and energetic British film
by Freda Cooper | Jun 12, 2023 | Reviews
Dionne Edwards' Pretty Red Dress is a confident debut feature that puts masculinity under the microscope - here's our review. C...
Greatest Days review: Take That, Clitheroe, and an early summer movie delight
by Simon Brew | Jun 12, 2023 | Reviews
A party of a movie featuring the songs of Take That, Greatest Days is an ambitious musical you'll love regardless of your musical tastes....
Killer Frequency review: Gruesome fun, 80s nostalgia
by Lewis Packwood | Jun 09, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
There’s a serial killer in town, and the only one who can help is the local radio DJ. Here’s our review of the blackly comic horror-puzzler, Killer Frequency.
Medusa Deluxe review: an innovative murder mystery
by Lauren Miles | Jun 09, 2023 | Reviews
The first feature from writer/director Thomas Hardiman, Medusa Deluxe is an innovative and smartly written whodunnit....
War Pony review: an intimate portrayal of a scarcely told story
by Charlotte Harrison | Jun 08, 2023 | Reviews
Gina Gammell and Riley Keough have teamed up to tell a little-told story with War Pony - here's our review....
Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts review: robots are still smashing things
by Lauren Miles | Jun 07, 2023 | Reviews
Creed II director Steven Caple Jr brings more humanity to Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts - but it's still just robots smashing things....
Miasma Chronicles review | Engrossing tactics, iffy writing
by Alexander Chatziioannou | Jun 05, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Miasma Chronicles is the latest turn-based tactics game from the makers of Mutant Year Zero. Sadly, the engrossing strategy isn't matched by the storytelling...
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse review: every Spider-person all at once
by James Harvey | Jun 02, 2023 | Reviews
When a new villain raises his multi-dimensional little head, it’s up to Spider-Man and, um, lots of other Spider-People to stop him. Here’s our Spi...
The Boogeyman review: chilling and effective horror
by Kat Hughes | Jun 01, 2023 | Reviews
With Stephen King adaptation The Boogeyman, director Rob Savage proves himself a safe pair of hands for studio horror. 2...
Star Trek Resurgence review | An original story fans will love
by Chris Farnell | May 31, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Star Trek Resurgence mixes minigames with interactive storytelling to charming effect. Here’s our review of a game that Trek fans will almost c...
Street Fighter 6 review | Triumphant
by Damiano Gerli | May 30, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Street Fighter 6 is simply the best the series has been in years. Here’s our review of Capcom’s triumphant fighting game…
Planet of Lana review | A cinematic masterpiece
by Ryan Lambie | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Planet of Lana weaves a heartfelt sci-fi fable through stunning visuals and beautiful music. Here’s our review of a superb platformer.
Fast X review: a bludgeoning high-octane pantomime
by Ryan Lambie | May 18, 2023 | Reviews
Director Louis Leterrier hurriedly steps into the driving seat for Fast X. Here’s our review of a loud, long sequel…...
Humanity review | People are lemmings
by Jon Bailes | May 15, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Humanity is a 3D puzzler with enthralling existential themes. Here's our review of one of the year's best games so far (yes, including Zelda...)
Guardians Of The Galaxy Volume 3 review: Marvel hits a winner
by James Harvey | May 03, 2023 | Reviews
The Guardians of the Galaxy return in Volume 3, a brilliant final outing and the first MCU film you might think twice before bringing an 8-year-old...
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor review | Strong with the Force
by Carlton Hill | May 02, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor sees Respawn improve vastly on the action-adventure template established by 2019's Fallen Order - and now there are beards. Our review:
Peter Pan & Wendy review: a new spin on a classic story
by Lauren Miles | Apr 28, 2023 | Reviews
Director David Lowery puts an interesting new spin on the Peter Pan tale - here's our review of Peter Pan & Wendy......
Polite Society review: solving family drama with martial arts
by Lauren Miles | Apr 28, 2023 | Reviews
Priya Kansara stars as fiesty protagonist Ria in Polite Society, a film full of comedy, action, and sisterly love - here's our review....
