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'Eddington' Review: Ari Aster’s Dive Into Pandemic Satire is a Sharp, Scathing, Hilarious and Horrific Portrayal of 2020
Eddington is a bold, brutal, and hilarious time capsule of one of the strangest, ugliest, and most ridiculous chapters of recent history.

Dan Bremner
Aug 27, 2025


'Nobody 2' Review: Action-Comedy with Bob Odenkirk Delivers the Goods Even When it's Very Much More of the Same
Nobody 2 may be more of the same, but when “the same” is this competent and enjoyable, sometimes that’s enough.

Elliot Lines
Aug 15, 2025


'The Pickup' Review: More Forgettable and Lifeless Streaming Fare That Wastes a Talented Cast
The Pickup is a disposable misfire. It's a nostalgic nod to ‘90s comedies buried under a weak script, uneven tone, flat visuals and wasted cast.

Dan Bremner
Aug 7, 2025


'War of the Worlds' (2025) Review: A Baffling Adaptation of H.G. Wells Classic Story
War of the Worlds is a woeful misfire, its bargain-bin effects, incoherent story, and Ice Cube’s misjudged performance sinking a promising premise.

Dan Bremner
Aug 5, 2025


'The Naked Gun' (2025) Review: Liam Neeson Revives the Spoof Genre with Hilarious, High-Speed Mayhem
A joyous, laugh-packed reboot, revitalizing the spoof genre with Neeson’s comedic brilliance and Schaffer’s inventive direction.

Dan Bremner
Jul 30, 2025


The Film Vault Ep 3: Comic Book Movies — 'Kick Ass' vs 'The Suicide Squad'
In this episode of the Film Focus Online Podcast, host Alex leads a lively discussion with guests Jack and Dan about comic book movies in our latest episode of 'The Film Vault'.
Film Focus Team
Jul 26, 2025


'Tin Soldier' Review: A Star-Studded Misfire Lost in Its Own Fog
Tin Soldier fails to carve a niche in the crowded action-thriller landscape, joining the ranks of forgettable VOD fodder

Dan Bremner
Jul 23, 2025


'Friendship' Review: A24’s Unsettling Bromance Starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd
Friendship is a wild, unsettling black-comedy, its balance of absurdist situations and intense dread making it a future cult staple.

Dan Bremner
Jul 19, 2025


'Ironheart' Season 1 Review: A Frustrating Miss, More Setup Than Substance
A frustrating miss, more setup than substance, in true Marvel fashion.

Dan Bremner
Jul 5, 2025


'Heads of State' Review: Elba and Cena Bring ‘80s Buddy Comedy Energy to a Silly Action Ride
A silly, delightful action-comedy with constantly funny chemistry between the charismatic duo of Cena and Elba, stylish action, and an ‘80s throwback charm.

Dan Bremner
Jul 2, 2025


'M3GAN 2.0' Review: A Chaotic, Ambitious Sequel That Swaps Horror for Sci-Fi Mayhem
M3GAN 2.0 stumbles under its own chaotic mix of tones, landing as a flawed yet entertaining step up from its predecessor.

Dan Bremner
Jun 28, 2025


'Elio' Review: Pixar’s Cosmic Adventure Misses the Emotional Mark but Dazzles Visually
A safe, simple tale and juvenile humour make it a middling Pixar effort, far from their peak. Elio is a pleasant cosmic jaunt, just not one that sticks.

Dan Bremner
Jun 21, 2025


6 Zombie Films to Watch Before 28 Years Later
With 28 Years Later coming to cinemas, now’s the perfect time to revisit (or discover) some of the undead gems that laid the groundwork for this long-awaited sequel.

Dan Bremner
Jun 19, 2025


'Echo Valley' Review: Stellar Performances Can't Save This Uneven Apple TV+ Thriller
A middling drama-thriller, saved by Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney’s strong performances but sunk by a clichéd, unsatisfying plot that veers into silly territory.

Dan Bremner
Jun 15, 2025


'How to Train Your Dragon' (2025) Review: A Breath-taking Live-action Triumph
How to Train Your Dragon is a breath-taking live-action triumph that soars with heart, spectacle, and fidelity to its animated roots.

Dan Bremner
Jun 9, 2025


'Deep Cover' Review: Crime-Comedy With Orlando Bloom and Bryce Dallas Howard Falls Flat
Deep Cover is a thoroughly disappointing crime-comedy that wastes a talented cast and a promising improv premise on painfully unfunny material and flat direction.

Dan Bremner
Jun 6, 2025


'The Grand Budapest Hotel' Review: Gustave Will See You Now
The Grand Budapest Hotel is Wes Anderson firing on all cylinders, a dazzling reminder of why his style can work and make for unique comedies with pathos and unique style.

Dan Bremner
Jun 4, 2025


The Film Vault Ep 2: Wes Anderson - 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' vs 'Moonrise Kingdom'
Two contestants battle it out to get their film to be inducted into 'The Film Vault'. Episode 2 focus' on Wes Anderson, the films in question 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and 'Moonrise Kingdom'. Who will come out on top?
Film Focus Team
May 29, 2025


'The Phoenician Scheme' Review: Fun, Fast-paced Comedy With Wes Anderson on Autopilot
This picaresque caper delivers fun, fast-paced comedy and visual dazzle, with a killer cast, but its muddled plot and familiar tricks feel like Anderson on autopilot.

Dan Bremner
May 25, 2025


'The Surrender' Review: Grief, Gore, and a Harrowing Mother-Daughter Horror Story
The Surrender is a solid debut, a horror-drama that marries authentic grief to unhinged body-horror with two knockout performances at its core.

Dan Bremner
May 24, 2025
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