Film & Books
In Review: 'Don't be so venomous about Venom' says our reviewer
'With a threadbare story, villain and pace, I can understand why people are upset that a beloved anti-hero didn't get the standalone film it deserved'...
In Review: John Carpenter's classic Halloween is 40 years young
What better way to settle down for seasonal scares than with the Daddy of all 'All Hallow's Eve' slashers, John Carpenter's original pumpkinny horror?...
In Review: Our critic assesses Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga in A Star is Born
'Gaga has much confidence and is superb, supported during this essentially hackneyed stardom-seeking story by a fine cast. Cooper, in particular, helps her to sparkle in their scenes together'...
Competition: Win DVD copies of Gloves Off with Total MK in this week's giveaway
Gloves Off features an all-star British cast including Brad Moore, Ricky Tomlinson , Denise Van Outen, Paul Barber, Alan Ford and Alexei Sayle. It's quality assured!...
In Review: Crazy Rich Asians is rich with charm and sweetness says our critic
As Wu's fashionista pals, Awkwafina and Nicos Santos steal the show as they let rip with some eye-watering one-liners and turn modern-day fairy godparents as they help her dress like a Princess....
In Review: The Predator is a worthwhile trip to the big screen
Cinema has had a predilection for repeating itself ever since its birth in the late 19th century, but of late movie theatres have been awash with a frankly tepid dishwater soup of derivative sequels, rehashes, reboots and remakes...
