Joker (2019) review: controversial content in film & tv is a GOOD thing

Joker (2019) review: controversial content in film & tv is a GOOD thing

This is a SPOILER FREE REVIEW so you can safely read on. I went to see Joker last night and basically I loved every second of it. It totally surpassed my expectations even though I went in expecting to enjoy it. Character study Joaquin Phoenix’s take on the character was chillingly perfect, he toed the [...]

International women’s day: 12 female-made films you need to watch

International women’s day: 12 female-made films you need to watch

To celebrate international women's day, here's my round-up of 12 brilliant films you should watch ASAP if you haven't already. I'll tag the genre for each one as it's quite a mixed bag! The Babadook (2014) Written and directed by Jennifer Kent #horror #thriller #mentalhealth https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVxOrUjX-bc XX (2017) Created by St. Vincent, Karyn Kusama, Jennifer [...]

Unfriended: Dark Web (2018) review – it freaked me out and I loved it

Unfriended: Dark Web (2018) review – it freaked me out and I loved it

This sequel to Unfriended (2014) exceeded its predecessor for me in more ways than one. Fear factor The themes explored and images shown in this film are NOT for the faint-hearted. It actually managed to shock and repulse me a few times (which is pretty rare nowadays), and this is something I think Unfriended (2014) [...]

6 reasons to love T2: Trainspotting even though it’s a sequel

6 reasons to love T2: Trainspotting even though it’s a sequel

*Minor spoilers ahead... no major spoilers until my next warning!*  I’m known for finding a way to enjoy – or at least appreciate – basically any film. Occasionally though, one comes along that sticks with me, and I become obsessed. I doubt I’m alone when I say Danny Boyle’s cult classic, Trainspotting, was one of [...]