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Even the most creatively distinct and ambitious films fail to attain the credit they deserve. Being overshadowed by Hollywood blockbusters and other big-budget productions is often the reason why certain high-quality films receive little attention and appreciation. Here is a selection of some of the most underrated films that I believe are worth a watch. […]
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More of often than not, it is the adults who receive the most attention and praise for their acting, but some of the best performances have come from young stars. There is an abundance of examples to choose from, but here are a few child actors who’s performances I believe really stand-out. Jodie Foster, Taxi Driver (1976) […]
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Since this decade has passed its halfway mark, I thought I’d compile a list of the top ten best films of the decade so far. The list is a combination of my personal favourites and what I think are the greats. 10. Drive (Nicolas Winding Refn, 2011) Stylistically, Drive is one of the most refreshing films to have […]
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Over the years, there has been an excess of remakes of classic horror films. The majority of these remakes are nowhere near as good as the original. A lot of them are really unnecessary, and where they are supposed to be an update and an improvement on the original; most of the time they end […]
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Hollywood is full of great actors, bankable stars, legends and household names. Then there are those operating in the shadows, not getting the recognition they deserve for years of great work. Let’s take a look at some of the most underrated actors working in Hollywood right now. The following actors aren’t in the spotlight too […]
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Since her film debut in Superbad (2007), alongside Jonah Hill and Michael Cera, Emma Stone has seen her career progress immensely. Before 2007, Stone was unknown in the film industry but has now featured in a range of roles. Stone was mainly recognised for her comedy roles, but in a short period of time, she has emerged […]
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What makes a good movie villain? Some of us believe that the best villains are the ones who are completely and irredeemably evil. Bad for the sake of being bad. Also, others argue that the best villains are those who have a certain likeability about them and those who appear human but are capable of […]
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More often than not, sequels are frequently inferior to the original. This usually comes as a result of the producers’ desire to increase the profit generated from their original investment. Sequels often seem rushed and lack the same creative vision of the first film. However, on some occasions, a sequel will be better than the […]
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The 90s was a great period for cinema. The decade is filled with an abundance of classics and influential films, and it was an era where a number of significant directors made their name, such as Quentin Tarantino and David Fincher. This period was noticeably important as it saw the rise of independent cinema. It […]
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From almighty super-villain to a sadistic plantation owner, Michael Fassbender has incredible range and is one of the best actors today. He has starred in all kinds of films of various genres. The main reason I really like is that he always undertakes challenging roles, and appears unconcerned about the likeability of the characters he portrays. […]
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A large portion of my childhood and adolescence was during the ‘noughties’ decade, so this period of cinematic history will always be particularly memorable personally. As I like many others have been lucky enough to have grown up in a period with so many great films. The list of films compiled are some of my […]
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