In this episode of the Film Focus Online podcast, hosts Elliot and Jack delve into the captivating world of heist films, focusing on the latest instalment of the 'Now You See Me' franchise.

Despite having some potentially interesting themes and some impressive stylistic choices, The Disinvited fumbles its premise due to poor dialogue, dull pacing, unlikeable and uninteresting characters.

In this episode, Elliot and Jack delve into the Predator franchise, focusing on the latest instalment, Predator: Badlands. They conclude by ranking the films and speculating on the future of the Predator series.

Predator: Badlands is a thrilling and emotionally charged addition to the iconic franchise. Director Dan Trachtenberg delivers a bold, lore-expanding story packed with brutal action, strong performances and surprising heart. With Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi leading the charge, this is a fresh evolution of the hunt — and proof the Predator saga is far from over.

Chris Stuckmann’s long-awaited debut Shelby Oaks blends found footage horror with emotional mystery as a woman’s search for her missing sister turns into a descent into the supernatural. Visually striking and atmospheric, it showcases Stuckmann’s directorial flair, even if the story falters under familiar tropes and uneven pacing.

As Constantine celebrates its 20th anniversary, Keanu Reeves’ dark and stylish take on DC’s chain-smoking antihero returns to the big screen. Though not hailed as one of the all-time comic book greats, the film’s bold visual flair, supernatural themes, and cynical edge have helped it earn lasting cult status.

Despite a few qualms and familiarly expected beats, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues was an easy watch gem that should hopefully please fans.

The Vile may tread familiar ground throughout its screenplay, but it delivers a damn good blend of 90s-esque thrills, a modern horror tone, and a smattering of seat-jerking scares.

At the Place of Ghosts is a beautiful film to look at and has some intriguing ideas and an eerie tone but is held back by an undercooked and clashing screenplay.

Ballad of a Small Player is held back by a generic and undercooked screenplay, pacing problems, a jumpy structure, and a lack of engaging side characters.

Exit 8 is certainly in the upper echelon of video game adaptations. The strong camerawork and direction, inspired visuals, solid performances, and layers of intrigue keep it engaging.

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Unfortunately, the pacing is off, the dialogue grates, the story is filled with ‘seen it all before’ traits and the characters (or extended versions of the actors’ selves) just aren’t particularly interesting.

In this episode of the Film Focus Online Podcast we delve into the world of Stephen King, focusing on the recent adaptation of The Long Walk.

Despite campy, over-the-top performances and a few laughs Borderline is a messy, undercooked and familiar feeling 90 minutes that could have been better.

The Long Walk is a brutal, tense, emotional journey, peppered with moments of snarky humour. One of the best King adaptations we’ve had!

Stans is a decent documentary that will appeal to big fans of Eminem but may also prove slightly disappointing.

Caught Stealing is a electric jolt in the arm and a refreshing tonal switch up from Aronofsky.

The Life of Chuck is a refreshing change of genre for Flanagan, and you can certainly tell he put his heart and soul into the material.

Together offers a deviously twisted, tense, and well-acted slice of darkly funny, romantic body horror.