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 […]
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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 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…
Movie review «Family Pack»
On October 23, on the Netflix platform came out is an adventure fantasy comedy «Family Pack», the plot of which is based on the card game «The Werewolves of Millers Hollow» created by the Frenchmen Philippe de Pallier and Hervé Marley, which, in turn, is based on the more famous in Ukraine «Mafia». In the […]
Movie review «Smile 2»
On October 17, the psychological horror film about the supernatural «Smile 2», which is a sequel to the extremely successful horror film «Smile», released in 2022. In the review below, we’ll tell you whether the plot about ominously smiling people can scare you this time. «Smile 2» Genre psychological horror movie about the supernatural…
Movie review «Brothers»
On October 17, the crime comedy «Brothers» starring Josh Brolin and Peter Dinklage was released on Prime Video. In this review, we tell you what the plot of the movie is about two unusual twins and how interesting it is to watch their adventures. «Brothers» Genre crime comedy Director Max Barbakow Starring Josh Brolin, Peter […]
Movie review «Canary Black»
On October 17, the screening of the spy action movie began in cinemas «Canary Black», where Kate Beckinsale, a popular star of action films, was entrusted with kicking the bad guys. In the review below, we are pleased to say that the actress still feels confident in the character a tough warrior, but this does […]
Review of the cartoon «The Wild Robot»
On October 17, cinemas began showing the sci-fi adventure animation «The Wild Robot», which is based on the 2016 children’s book of the same name by American writer and illustrator Peter Brown. In the review below, we will tell you why this bright and exciting film from DreamWorks is a great reason to have a […]
Movie review «Never Let Go»
On October 10, cinemas began showing a thriller/horror movie with elements of a post-apocalyptic survival film «Never Let Go» starring Halle Berry. The film was directed by the famous French horror maker Alexandre Aja, so the audience could expect a high-quality representative of the creepy genre. In the review below, we’ll tell you whether…
Movie review «The Substance»
On October 10, the satirical feminist body horror «The Substance» starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley started screening in cinemas. This acclaimed project has already won the Best Screenplay Award at the Cannes Film Festival, received universal critical acclaim, and received the titles «Demi Moore’s best role in years». In the review…
Movie review «The Platform 2» / El hoyo 2
On Friday, October 4, the sci-fi thriller «The Platform 2» was released on Netflix. This is a sequel to the Spanish hit about a hellish buffet «The Platform», which was released by the same Netflix in March 2020 and made a lot of noise. In this review, we will tell you whether the sequel adds […]
Movie review «Salem’s Lot»
On October 3, the vampire horror film «Salem’s Lot», based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King, was released on the Max streaming platform. First reviews from film critics turned out to be been not very high, but it often happens that they do not coincide with the viewers’ opinion. Traditionally, on […]
Movie review «Joker: Folie à Deux»
On October 3, a musical-psychological thriller was released in Ukrainian cinemas «Joker: Folie à Deux» starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. This is a sequel to the sensational and highly successful «Joker», which premiered in 2019 and received universal acclaim from critics and audiences, as well as a bunch of prestigious awards to boot. In…
Movie review «Dagr»
On October 3, the British horror film with elements of satire started showing in cinemas, and in the format «found footage» — «Dagr». Interesting facts — the film was shot on iPhone and one of the executive producers is Ian McKellen, who has collaborated with English director Matthew Butler-Gard on several occasions, and needs no […]
The most interesting new movies of October 2024
For obvious reasons, October traditionally offers plenty of room for all sorts of evil and infernal horror, but the current film repertoire is not the only one that abounds. Fans of serious comic books will surely be interested in the new «Joker», while fans of lighthearted will be interested in the new — «Venom: The […]
Movie review «Megalopolis»
On September 26, the epic science fiction screening started in cinemas «Megalopolis» by Francis Ford Coppola. The legendary director came up with the idea for the film while filming «Apocalypse Now», but he was only able to realize it now. At the same time, the film cost $120 million to produce. Coppola was not afraid […]
Movie review «Wolfs»
On September 27, the comedy action film «Wolfs» was released on Apple TV+, which, after the «Friends of Ocean’s» trilogy and the black comedy «Burn After Reading», reunites Hollywood superstars George Clooney and Brad Pitt on screen. Previously, the film was planned for wide release, and in Ukraine had to come out on September 19…
Movie review «The Dead Don’t Hurt»
On September 26, the melodramatic western «The Dead Don’t Hurt» — the second feature film directed by the popular actor Viggo Mortensen, was released in cinemas. The Ukrainian premiere of the film took place in the summer at the Mykolaychuk OPEN festival in Chernivtsi. It was attended by the director, screenwriter, and lead actor. In…
Review of the cartoon «Transformers One»
September 19 in cinemas started screening of the sci-fi animated action movie «Transformers One». This is another representative of media franchises «Transformers», which aims to tell the story of the origin of the fierce feud between Optimus Prime and Megatron, the future leaders of the Autobots and Decepticons, respectively. In the review…
Movie review «Hellboy: The Crooked Man»
On September 19, a superhero horror movie started showing in cinemas «Hellboy: The Crooked Man», based on Mike Mignola’s comic book of the same name, which was published by Dark Horse in 2008. After Guillermo del Toro’s nice but not profitable dilogy and Neil Marshall’s selective trash, this is the third attempt by a new…
The best movies of 1994: What we watched 30 years ago
Today, we continue our series of retrospective articles about outstanding films of the past and, after the legendary 1999 and mighty 2004, we dive even deeper into the past and analyze what made the equally interesting 1994 film year notable. For example, there were many high-quality feature films that you remember fondly today. Weinstein’s…
Movie review «Speak No Evil»
On September 12, the psychological thriller «Speak No Evil» starring James McAvoy was released in cinemas. This is a remake of the Danish film of the same name, released in 2022. In this review, we will analyze whether the Hollywood version offers something new and how interesting it looks in general. «Speak No Evil» Genre […]
Movie review «Uglies»
On September 13, the Netflix streaming platform released a teenage dystopia «Uglies», which is based on the novel of the same name by Scott Westerfeld, published in 2005. In the review below, we describe what constitutes a world in which the imposed Instagram the story is a good one, but is it worth the attention […]
Movie review «Coup!»
The satirical comedy «Coup!» starring Peter Sarsgaard and Billy Magnussen will be released in cinemas on September 12. In the review below, we tell you what the filmmakers are trying to ridicule and how interesting it is to watch. «Coup!» Genre satirical black comedy, thriller Directors Joseph Schuman, Austin Stark Starring Peter Sarsgaard,…
Movie review «Kinds of Kindness»
On September 12, the screening of the film almanac by Yorgos Lanthimos will start in cinemas «Kinds of Kindness», in which the Greek director continues his collaboration with Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe and Margaret Qualley after his previous film «Poor Things». In this review, we’re going to find out what interesting things the expert on…
Movie review «Beetlejuice Beetlejuice»
On September 5, a fantasy horror comedy was released in cinemas «Beetlejuice Beetlejuice», which is a sequel to Tim Burton’s cult film «Beetlejuice», released back in 1988. Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara return to their roles, and the project also features newcomers Justin Theroux, Willem Dafoe, Monica Bellucci,…
Movie review «Rebel Ridge»
On September 6, the crime thriller/action movie «Rebel Ridge», which has already received universal critical acclaim and even high-profile statements such as «one of the most interesting films of the year» (the rating on Rotten Tomatoes at the time of writing was 95% «freshness» according to 55 reviews). In the review below, we will confirm…
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