“There may never be a wrong time to release a film about ethics in journalism, which is a depressing reality in itself, but with the imminent arrival of yet another Avengers film, Kill the Messenger does offers us a chance to see Jeremy Renner at his best.”
Author: Cassam Looch
Cassam Looch has been watching films ever since his first trip to the cinema to catch Care Bears: The Movie and writing about them after a traumatic incident involving Moonwalker. If he's not hassling celebrities on the red carpet, he'll usually be found in the darkened screening rooms of Soho.
Michael Keaton set to star in McDonald’s biopic
Having tucked away his Oscar acceptance speech this year, former Batman Michael Keaton will be hoping to capitalise on the success of Birdman with The Founder. Harvey Weinstein will look to follow up a lean awards season, with a beefy telling of the franchising of one of the world’s best known brands. Keaton is circling… Continue reading Michael Keaton set to star in McDonald’s biopic
Leonardo DiCaprio to play 24 characters in The Crowded Room
Four-time Oscar nominee Leonardo DiCaprio is preparing for another shot at the big prize, this time by playing a man suffering from multiple personality disorder in The Crowded Room. DiCaprio has been linked with the role for nearly 20 years, and The Hollywood Reporter have said the actor is now confirmed to play Billy Milligan… Continue reading Leonardo DiCaprio to play 24 characters in The Crowded Room
The Boy Next Door – Review
“We’ve been recently reminiscing about Jennifer Lopez with the Out of Sight-lite Focus currently on release. Surely the star is due for a resurgence and could The Boy Next Door be her triumphant return to those glory days? In a word, no.”
Neill Blomkamp may not be rewriting Alien continuity after all
Having been given the job of directing the latest instalment of the Alien franchise following a popular reaction to his concept art, South African director Neill Blomkamp has been toying with fans on the recent press tour for his latest film. Early reports suggested a continuity reboot, with Sigourney Weaver returning as Ripley, but a… Continue reading Neill Blomkamp may not be rewriting Alien continuity after all
Harrison Ford confirmed for Blade Runner sequel
Having already said he was interested in returning to the role of Rick Deckard, Harrison Ford has now been confirmed for the Blade Runner sequel. Also in final negotiations to direct the film is Denis Villeneuve, taking over from Ridley Scott who will still oversee the sci-fi thriller as a producer. The 1982 original notoriously… Continue reading Harrison Ford confirmed for Blade Runner sequel
Wild Tales – Review
This pitch black comedy was picked by Film 2015 presenter Danny Leigh as his film to watch over the coming months, and we feel compelled to agree. The bravado spirit that runs through the six short stories at the centre of the film, is to be admired, and the humour is at times painfully good.… Continue reading Wild Tales – Review
While We’re Young – Review
“The opening film of the Glasgow Film Festival; While We’re Young is a deceptively smart comedy that will have you squirming in your seats with repeated twinges of recognition. You’ll hate yourself for knowing every nuance on screen about growing old disgracefully. And you’ll love every minute of watching it.”
Jessica Chastain joins The Huntsman
The busiest woman in Hollywood just got busier as Oscar-nominee Jessica Chastain joins The Hunstman. The film is set to be a prequel to Snow White and The Huntsman with Charlize Theron and Chris Hemsworth returning, but with no sign of Kristen Stewart who played the lead in the first film. Emily Blunt will also… Continue reading Jessica Chastain joins The Huntsman
First-time director set to make The Lego Movie Sequel
Following the huge success of the original movie last year, Rob Schrab has been drafted in to helm The LEGO Movie Sequel. A veteran of TV comedy, the animated movie will mark the debut of the director on the big screen. Schrab has been championed by Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, who will continue to… Continue reading First-time director set to make The Lego Movie Sequel