Movie review «Saint-Exupéry»
On January 23, the screening of the adventure biographical drama «Saint-Exupéry» started in Ukrainian cinemas, the plot of which is dedicated, as one might guess, to the famous French aviator and writer, author of «The Little Prince», Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. However, the story focuses not on the hero’s writing activity, but…
Film review «Restless Waters, Shivering Lights» / Faro
On Thursday, January 23, Ukrainian cinemas premiered the Spanish-Argentinian supernatural horror film «Restless Waters, Shivering Lights». In the review below, we sadly note a fairly obvious fact: no good cinema came out of it. «Restless Waters, Shivering Lights» / Faro Genre supernatural horror, drama Director Angeles Hernandez Cast Hugo…
Movie review «Back in Action»
On January 17th, the streaming service Netflix released the comedic spy action film «Back in Action», in which Cameron Diaz returned to acting after a 10-year hiatus. Her co-star on set was Jamie Foxx, for whom this is already the fifth project on Netflix in the last five years. In the review below, we discuss […]
Review of the second season of the series «Silo»
On Friday, January 17, the second season of the post-apocalyptic dystopia «Silo» concluded on Apple TV+, based on a series of novels by American writer Hugh Howey. The first season of the show received high ratings from viewers and critics and rightfully entered the top best series of 2023 according to many media, including ITC.UA. […]
Review of the series «Star Wars: Skeleton Crew»
On January 14th, the first season of the adventurous sci-fi series «Star Wars: Skeleton Crew» concluded on Disney+, taking place during the same timeframe as the hit show «The Mandalorian». While Din Djarin and the little Grogu are getting ready to conquer the big screens, and Star Wars fans eagerly await the second season of […]
Movie review «Ad Vitam»
On January 10th, the crime thriller/action movie «Ad Vitam» starring French cinema star and Marion Cotillard’s boyfriend Guillaume Canet in the leading role was released on Netflix. Whether there’s something in the movie worth spending your time on — read the review below. «Ad Vitam» Genre crime thriller, action Director Rodolphe…
Review of the animated series «Creature Commandos»
On January 9, the first season of the animated adventure superhero series mixed with dark comedy «Creature Commandos» concluded on the Max platform, based on the eponymous team of characters from DC Comics. This project marks a new chapter in the DC cinematic universe rebooted by James Gunn and Peter Safran, and it does so […]
Movie review «Better Man»
From January 9, the musical biopic «Better Man» began screening in cinemas, which, as you might guess, is dedicated to the popular British performer Robbie Williams. A distinctive feature of the film is that the main character appears here as an anthropomorphic CGI chimpanzee. So in the review below, we will analyze what such a […]
Movie review «Nosferatu»
Starting January 2, the gothic horror film «Nosferatu» hit Ukrainian theaters. This is a remake of the legendary classic of the horror genre and German Expressionism in particular—the 1922 film «Nosferatu. A Symphony of Horror» by Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau. The daring reimaginer of this classic is the well-known horror filmmaker Robert Eggers…
Review of the series «Missing You»
On the first day of the year, Netflix released the detective thriller «Missing You», based on the eponymous novel by American author Harlan Coben, published in 2014. Coben also served as the executive producer of the project. Whether this 5-episode miniseries is worth your time — read our review below. «Missing You» Genre thriller, detective…
Review of the series «Earth Abides»
At the end of December, the first season of the post-apocalyptic drama «Earth Abides» wrapped up on MGM+. The plot is based on the novel of the same name by George R. Stewart, published back in 1949. Below, we dive into how intriguing it is to watch yet another screen adaptation of a post-apocalyptic scenario […]
The most interesting new series of January 2025
If the creators of big TV show premieres had any strategy for 2025, they clearly didn’t bet on January — the first month of the year offers more intriguing continuations of various shows than new ones. As usual, we’ve got a few options for «evening viewing» from the reliable content provider Netflix, another showdown between […]
The most interesting new movies of January 2025
In January, viewers can expect not one, but two music biopics — about Robbie Williams and Bob Dylan, an encounter with the legendary vampire Count Orlok and the iconic werewolf Man-Wolf, the return of Cameron Diaz after a 10-year acting hiatus, and even the death of Putin, although just on screen. Additionally, the January lineup […]
Movie review «Sonic the Hedgehog 3»
On December 26 (and in some theaters even earlier), the release of the sci-fi adventure comedy «Sonic the Hedgehog 3» kicked off, based on the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series from Sega. In the third installment of the adventures of the relentless alien hedgehog and his friends, audiences will witness the mighty rival of […]
Review of the second season of the series «Squid Game»
On December 26th on Netflix, one of the main series premieres of the year took place — the release of the second season of the sensational South Korean show «Squid Game», which became a true sensation and a viral cultural phenomenon. In this review, we dig into what the second season of the deadly children’s […]
Movie review «Poolman»
Since December 26, Ukrainian cinemas have been showcasing the premiere of the comedy detective «Poolman», an idea that struck Hollywood actor Chris Pine during a chat with director Patty Jenkins. They had previously collaborated on the superhero blockbuster «Wonder Woman» (2017) and its sequel, and in «Poolman», Pine took the director’s…
Review of the animated movie «Mufasa: The Lion King»
From December 19th, cinemas started showing the animated adventure film «Mufasa: The Lion King», which is a prequel to the remake of the classic Disney animation «The Lion King» (1994). Reviews by film critics turned out to be fairly reserved, and in the review below, we discuss whether to trust the «high-brow aesthetes» this time. «Mufasa:…
Movie review «Kraven the Hunter»
On December 19th, the superhero action flick «Kraven the Hunter», based on Marvel comics about the eponymous villain of Russian descent, slinks its way onto Ukrainian cinema screens. Good news — this dud has already flopped spectacularly in the global box office and got a thorough thrashing from critics. Bad news — for some reason, […]
Movie review «The Six Triple Eight»
On December 20th, the war drama «The Six Triple Eight» premiered on Netflix, based on the article by Kevin M. Hymel «War on Two Fronts», published in 2019 in WWII History magazine. It’s centered around the events of World War II, specifically highlighting the contributions of the all-black women’s 6888th Central Postal Battalion. Below, our…
Movie review «Black Cab»
On December 19, the mystical thriller with horror elements «Black Cab», featuring the well-known British actor Nick Frost in the lead role, started showing in cinemas. Frost gained popularity as a comedic actor, notably in partnership with his buddy Simon Pegg. However, both have already ventured beyond the light-hearted genre, and «Black Cab»…
Movie review «Werewolves»
On December 12, theaters saw the release of the action-horror movie «Werewolves» starring Frank Grillo in the leading role. The film was directed by Steven C. Miller, who has spent his entire career in low-budget B-category movies like «First Kill» (2017) with Bruce Willis or «Escape Plan 2» (2018) with Sylvester Stallone. Below, we dive…
Movie review «Carry-On»
On December 13, the high-octane thriller with elements of action «Carry-On» premiered on Netflix. In it, Taron Egerton will have to follow the lead of the legendary John McClane, as the action again takes place on the eve of Christmas, involving an airport and bad-guy terrorists. Just how exciting it is to watch such pre-Christmas […]
Review of the series «No Good Deed»
On December 12th, the comedic drama «No Good Deed» dropped on Netflix, featuring 8 episodes and boasting a charming cast. It includes stars like Ray Romano, Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, and Lisa Kudrow from the legendary sitcom «Friends». In the review below, we’ll explore how well this lovely bunch interacts on screen and whether this…
Movie review «Here»
Initially set to launch in cinemas from December 5th, and then December 12th, the drama «Here», based on Richard McGuire’s same name graphic novel, saw its release plans change multiple times. While the distributor was pondering the best release dates, eventually cancelling the cinema release altogether, the film had already made its way to…
Review of the cartoon «That Christmas»
On December 4th, the streaming service Netflix debuted the animated Christmas comedy «That Christmas», based on the children’s book trilogy «That Christmas and Other Stories» by British filmmaker and writer Richard Curtis. Curtis has already had success with Christmas movies—his romantic comedy «Love Actually» premiered in 2003. In…
Review of the series «Black Doves»
On December 5th, the British spy thriller «Black Doves» was released on Netflix, featuring Keira Knightley portraying a spy avenging her lover’s murder. The show’s creators are so confident in its success that they announced a second season long before its premiere in August. But is such confidence justified? Let’s dive into the…
Movie review «The Children's Train» / Il treno dei bambini
On December 4th, the Italian historical drama «The Children’s Train» was released on the Netflix platform. Its plot is based on the eponymous historical novel by Italian writer Viola Ardone, which was published in 2019. In the review below, we discuss the post-war Italian initiative it revolves around and how touching this dramatic story is…
The most interesting new series of December 2024
Another «Star Wars» series, animations based on DC and Marvel Comics, as well as various video games, a new deadly Squid Game — this is far from a complete list of what awaits viewers in December. Read more about all the series premieres of the month in the article below. New Series «Earth Abides» Genre: […]
Review of the cartoon «Moana 2»
Since November 28, the animation musical adventure film «Moana 2», a sequel to the eponymous 2016 animated film, has been released in cinemas. Its trailer in May broke the Disney viewing record when the video was watched 178 million times in a day. In this review, we delve into how interesting it is to watch […]
The most interesting new movies of December 2024
In December, we will feel the echoes of the legendary 1994 movie year as the first month of winter offers a new movie from the creators of the cult «Forrest Gump», as well as an expansion of the story of the equally cult «The Lion King». However, not only nostalgic notes will have to be […]
Movie review «Heretic»
Starting November 28, the theological thriller/horror film «Heretic» featuring Hugh Grant in the leading role began showing in cinemas. The new release from A24 studio has already received a positive response from Western critics. In the review below, we will explore how justified such a verdict appears. «Heretic» Genre thriller, horror…
Review of the series «The Franchise»
On November 24th on HBO, and just the next day on the platform MEGOGO, the satirical series «The Franchise» concluded its airing. Unlike the show «The Boys», where the creators brazenly mock the superhero genre as such (and not only), the creators of this project tried to satirize slightly different aspects of superheroics, namely —…
Review of the second season of the animated series «Arcane»
On November 23, the streaming platform Netflix finished showing the second season of the hyped animated series «Arcane», the plot of which is based on the universe of the MOBA video game League of Legends. We previously reported that the two seasons cost the creators $250 million, making this project the most expensive animated series […]
Movie review «Elevation»
On November 21, the post-apocalyptic action thriller was released in cinemas «Elevation». This time, Anthony Mackie and Morena Baccarin will have to survive in a deadly world. In the review below, we will tell you how interesting it is to watch the adventures of the Falcon/Captain America and Deadpools girlfriend Vanessa in Marvel movies in…
Movie review «Conclave»
Starting November 21, cinemas will be showing a fierce struggle for the Apostolic See in a political thriller with detective elements called «Conclave». The plot of the film is based on the novel of the same name by the English writer and journalist Robert Harris, which appeared on bookstore shelves in 2016. In the review […]
Movie review «You Shall Not Sleep Tonight»
On November 21, cinemas started showing the horror anthology «You Shall Not Sleep Tonight», which consists of six stories by different directors. In the review below, we will tell you more about each of them and state that this is just another piece of junk that takes up space in the Ukrainian box office. «You […]
Movie review «Curse of the Sin Eater»
On November 14, Ukrainian cinemas screened another horror film that is now being released with enviable regularity, namely — «Curse of the Sin Eater». Its plot is based on an ancient, strange, and disgusting ritual that was practiced in the UK, but most of all, they say, in Wales. In the review below, we will […]
Movie review «Gladiator II»
On November 13, the epic historical action film «Gladiator II», a sequel to Ridley Scott’s Oscar-winning «Gladiator», which was released 24 years ago, finally started showing in cinemas. In the last 4 years, this is the third major historical film from the tireless director. But while «The Last Duel» (2021) was mostly positively…
Review of the series «The Penguin»
On November 10 on HBO, and a little later officially on the platform MEGOGO the screening of the crime drama series «The Penguin», starring an unrecognizable Colin Farrell, has ended. The plot of the show is based on the DC comic book character of the same name. The project is a spinoff of the successful […]
Movie review «Red One»
On November 7, cinemas started showing the Christmas adventure movie «Red «Red One» with a truly stellar cast — Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka and J.K. Simmons. If such a good company seems like an unconvincing reason to visit the cinema, you should know that the filmmakers spent $250 million on this blockbuster,…
Review of the series «Disclaimer»
On November 8, the 7-episode psychological thriller ended on the Apple TV+ streaming service «Disclaimer» starring Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline. The story is based on the novel of the same name by Renee Knight, which appeared on bookstore shelves in 2015. The project was written and directed by Oscar-winning Mexican director Alfonso Cuarón…
Movie review «Terrifier 3»
On November 7, the Christmas slasher «Terrifier 3», which is a sequel to the previous two films in the «Terrifier» horror franchise, was released in cinemas. This means that the ominous and mysterious clown Art, who has already become a cult figure among fans of bloody horror films, is officially making his way to Ukrainian […]
Review of the movie «Azrael»
On November 7, a horror film with action elements «Azrael», starring 32-year-old Australian actress Samara Weaving. A distinctive feature of the local narrative is the absolute absence of dialogues, and in the review below we will understand why it is better not only not to hear this movie, but also not to see it. «Azrael» […]
Movie review «Cellar Door»
On October 31, the psychological thriller «Cellar Door» starring Scott Speedman and Jordana Brewster was released in cinemas. Laurence Fishburne appeared in several scenes. In the review below, we analyze what Michael Corvin, Mia Toretto and Morpheus got themselves into this time. «Cellar Door» Genre psychological thriller Director Von Stein…
The most interesting new series of November 2024
«Day of the Jackal», «Dune», «Cruel Intentions», «Arkane», «Silo» — these are the tempting titles that appear in the series repertoire in November. Read more about each of them, as well as about all the potentially interesting projects of the month, in our traditional material. New series «The Day of the Jackal» Genre: thriller, drama…
Review of the series «Agatha All Along»
On October 30, the final two episodes of the fantasy series «Agatha All Along», which is a spinoff of the experimental retro sitcom «WandaVision», released in 2021. In total, this is the eleventh show in the immortal Marvel Cinematic Universe, and in the review below, we will figure out why this achievement does not bring […]
The most interesting new movies of November 2024
In November, we plan to release two dozen feature-length projects in different genres, so everyone can choose what they like. The audience will see Mexican passions, horrific crimes of the Russian army in Bucha, the kidnapping of Santa Claus, gladiatorial fights for life and death, a meeting with the sinister clown Art. Another post-apocalyptic…
Movie review «Time Cut»
On October 30, Netflix released the fantastic teen slasher «Time Cut», which picks up the trend of recent years of adding some familiar trope from other genres to horror stories about masked maniacs. In this case, for example, it’s time travel. In the review below, we will tell you how a modern teenager would feel […]
Movie review «Don't Move»
On October 24, the thriller «Don’t Move» starring Kelsey Asbill Chow and Finn Wittrock was released in cinemas. The official poster of the film attracts attention with the tempting inscription from producer Sam Raimi. In the review below, we will find out whether the presence of the poet in the team of creators contributed to […]
Movie review «Venom: The Last Dance»
On October 23, the alien symbiote Venom returns to cinema screens for the third time in the «Sony Spider-Man Universe» movie franchise in a threequel with the subtitle «Last Dance». The toothy toadstool will once again be paired with the long-suffering journalist Eddie Brock, played by the ever-present Tom Hardy. What adventures await this…
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