Trainspotting has become something of a cult classic over the years, but they’ve really made fans wait for a sequel. Looks it might have been worth it.
Nelson Mandela has become immortalised as an international icon for peace and transformation. Many know the story of the wise man and freedom fighter, who led a country through a turbulent time in South Africa’s history as newly elected President, after being incarcerated as a political prisoner on Robben Island for almost three decades. This […]
As a movie title, The Accountant conjures up images of office paper, photocopiers, spreadsheets and responsible haircuts. Luckily the movie poster went for something less sensible: Ben Affleck kitted out like he was going to audit an “entrepreneur” in the slums of Rio. The stark contrast creates a series of nagging questions and presents much […]
Robert De Niro is a luminary of the sports genre, having starred in the black-and-white Scorsese classic, ‘Raging Bull’ and more recently, ‘Grudge Match’.
Andy Irons, three time surfing world champion, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 32. Watch the intense trailer of the documentary telling his story here.
Queen of Katwe is a coming-of-age Disney drama about Phiona, a Ugandan girl from Katwe, who is made aware of a world of opportunity after displaying a remarkable talent for the game of chess. It’s based on an ESPN magazine article and book by Tim Crothers, which has been adapted for film by William Wheeler. […]
When you start making a movie about Scientology you know the church is going to react, but things became rather strange for Louis Theroux.
Most people may associate Chocolat with the quaint Juliette Binoche and Johnny Depp romance drama released at the turn of the 21st-century about a chocolate shop in a small French village. However, the original “Chocolat” became famous for clowning in Paris at the turn of the 20th-century. Rafael “Chocolat” Padilla became the first black circus […]
We know that drug abuse is rife in the Western Cape, but it’s not often we see those stories make it to the big screen. Enter this rather intense movie.
Leo and friends are coming out firing with ‘Before the Flood’, and you can bet it’s going to be picked apart by those with a different point of view.
The Magnificent Seven is a revisionist Western remake of a classic Western, which was based on a Japanese film called The Seven Samurai. The story of heroes vs. cowards, little man vs. big man, defending your fortress and fighting for freedom from tyranny and persecution has remained timeless. The altruism at the heart of The […]
20 years ago America was captivated by the mysterious murder of a six-year-old beauty queen, although this effort is something of a fresh take.
Our advanced screening of The Magnificent Seven went down rather well, and those lucky enough to see this one early seem to agree that it’s a real winner.
Was Brad Pitt having an affair with Marion Cotillard? This is what the French actress had to say on the matter.
Blair Witch is comparable with Evil Dead 2 in as much as it’s delivering what the first one did, with less novelty and more finesse. The original The Blair Witch Project was one of the first found footage horror films to emerge and while the hype exceeded delivery, managed to carve out a new genre […]
Everyone loves a good conspiracy theory, and they don’t come much bigger than the moon landing. This film offers an interesting perspective.
The Ben-Hur of 1959 starring Charlton Heston is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time. A remake of a silent movie, the production took six months to film and six months of post-production to complete at a cost of just under $15 million. Massive sets, thousands of costumes and long days, […]
Sometimes with movie remakes you shake your head and say no, but every now and again one comes along that you know is going to step up.
Netflix is one of a kind, and I/m really happy to have it produce some top content. Here’s a little insight into the streaming site’s latest releases.
Chelsey “Sully” Sullenberger will be remembered for his heroic efforts, making an emergency landing on the Hudson River in New York.
If you feel like you’ve been a little let down at the movies so far this year you’re not alone. Good news though, some treats are on the way.
It’s a pretty important few weeks for the future of canned lion hunting in this country, which is why you need to front up and watch this trailer.
This is one of those movies that isn’t going to make for easy viewing, but if the first reviews are anything to go by you should still stick it out.
Noem my Skollie or Call Me Thief is the story of Abraham and the Young Ones, a small-time gang that were separated for two years by a dangerous stint in Pollsmoor prison. The film is loosely based on the life of screenwriter, John W. Fredericks, marks a debut for director Daryne Joshua with Dann Jaques […]
Many surf doccies tend to end up looking the same, although this one definitely breaks the mould. So just who is Frank Solomon, then?
Horror movies thrive off buzz, which is what the peeps who made the original Blair Witch Project lucked out on. So how does this compare?
Some of you might have caught last night’s pre-release screening, but if you weren’t so lucky today’s the day to head to the movies.
It was the movie that made you dread the phone ringing even more than usual, and now it’s getting a 2016 makeover. I won’t be watching alone.
Netflix are the driving force behind much of the finest entertainment going around, although this doccie is set to generate much debate and anger.
Star Trek Beyond is the third film in the latest iteration of Star Trek. The first two films, Star Trek and Star Trek Into Darkness, were directed by J.J. Abrams, but since he’s crossed over to the Star Wars camp with Star Wars: The Force Awakens, they’ve forced him to pick a side to keep peace […]