The Wicker Man.
Incredible movie. But one where I hoped for the protagonist to die. Unbearable man. I wonder what the opinion of most people would be regarding the man now and at the time of release (1973).
Also Christopher Lee is GOATed.
If you liked midsommar, this is the mother film.
Brilliant imagery and use of symbolism.
The Amateur (2025)
A solid action/thriller but nothing groundbreaking. Rami Malik made this movie for me. Scoring is a 67 but I’d give it closer to 75.
I saw the trailer for that in the cinema and thought it had potential, thanks for reminding me about it!
You’re welcome, enjoy!
Palm Springs Not as fun as I expected, but still quite decent
While I think we’ve mostly explored all we can within the time loop trope, the movie was still less stale than i had anticipated.
And Andy Samberg is very likeable.
The details are now fuzzy but I recall loving Palm Springs!
Funny, I watched it a while ago as well. Decent indeed.
I watched the first half of ‘Road House’ (2024), which was predictable but enjoyable enough until Conor McGregor (who I didn’t realise was in the film) showed up. Genuinely the worst acting I have ever seen in a professional film, he was absolutely appalling. I survived the first scene he was in, but by the second I was done. I think if I’d been watching with someone else it might have been worth finishing just to laugh at how bad he was, but by myself it was just constant cringe.
Begin Again (2013)
Liking Carney Once is natural, twice perhaps coincidental, but thrice in a row leads me to surmise I simply enjoy what he has to offer. This melodic tapestry of bruised souls finding harmony amidst the cacophony of life offers a genuine, uplifting story that quietly restores faith in humanity - and the commercialized music industry. This is the second Carney movie I’ve watched in recent months and I am sure now to fast-track the remainder.The Wild Robot (2024)
The tender odyssey of true familial bonds; of found parenthood, adolescent growing pains, and self-acceptance amidst adversity. Radiating more authentic heart than modern Disney, its creators’ passion are evident in each frame with animation warmth unseen since Into the Spider-Verse and the more recent Ne Zha 2. It is disarmingly pure and allows one to easily overlook its plot holes. This is a true family film.The King and I (1956)
A spectacle firmly of its bygone era, boasting typical grand sets and dazzling costumes. However, its foundation feels increasingly antiquated and is lacking the enduring charm and compelling narrative found in the The Sound of Music. Technically splendid, emotionally anemic.Companion (2025)
A present on the concept of self seemingly enveloped in a thriller veneer but ultimately we discover the wrapping to be more substantial than the gift. Its potential for deeper resonance is lost with gaping plot holes and narrative convenience that strains credulity. Yet still an enjoyable surface level experience.Nobody (2021)
Essentially John Wick stripped of mythos and plunged into a more grounded, suburban reality. It delivers competently choreographed action but lacks a distinctive style or the relentlessness of its inspiration. A fun, visceral ride, yet ultimately feels like a less memorable, albeit decent, copy.Watched Sinners last week and Heretic this week. Sinners was pretty good. Great sound design and the soundtrack was good. Heretic was good for the first half of it. I think they could’ve done better/more for the latter half when things start to unravel.
