Favorite films

Recent reviews

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  Better Man 2024

  ★★★★½ Watched 25 Jan 2025

  It’s everything people are saying it is. 

  The full spectrum of human emotion is felt during this film. What a story, what a ride. 

  Growing up in the UK during the 90s, I was naturally familiar with Robbie Williams’ story. 
  I actually believe this film stands on its own, whether you know who he is or not. 
  The initially curious decision to feature Robbie as a CGI monkey is soon forgotten as you lose yourself in the character. By the…

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  Nosferatu 2024

  ★★★★★ Watched 24 Jan 2025

  I didn’t think Nosferatu would become my new comfort movie, but here we are. 

  Much like Orlock’s insatiable appetite for Ellen, I can’t get enough of this film. 
  It just hits the spot, across all dimensions. 
  Absolutely breathtaking cinematography. The camera work draws you in completely, teasing and revealing each scene. 
  The film has an incredible atmosphere, helped no doubt by the use of natural lighting. Some scenes are lit exclusively by candle light for instance. 
  The whole thing felt…

Popular reviews

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  Willow 1988

  ★★★★ Watched 01 Jun 2022

  Along with Ridley Scott’s Legend, this is one of those films I watched obsessively as a kid. Like Legend, it’s a classic heroes quest, and I have a huge soft spot for it. It’s such a charming film.
  It’s like a big warm blanket of fantasy and magic.

  The soundtrack, courtesy of the late James Horner is amazing. Even now, from time to time, the main theme will start playing in my head, and I always welcome the familiar tune.
  I…

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  Top Gun: Maverick 2022

  ★★★★★ Watched 03 Jun 2022

  This really exceeded my expectations.
  Top Gun: Maverick looks back affectionately at the original 1986 film. For a moment in the opening credits, I actually questioned wether I’d bought a ticket for a showing of the original. 
  Opening with the Top Gun Anthem, and followed by Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone”, it gives you an instant hit of nostalgia. 
  You can immediately tell that this legacy sequel is not simply a cash grab, but a charming love letter to Top Gun…