Penguin Bloom (2021) Review
Naomi Watts shines in Netflix’s latest biopic about tragedy, family, and the unique relationship between a woman and an injured magpie, in ‘Penguin Bloom’ from Glendyn Ivin. Sophie Cook reviews.
Read Moresophie cook
Fractured (2018) Review
If you’re looking for an independent horror film to watch, the gripping, spooky, gory and unique ‘Fractured’ starring ‘Skins’ star April Pearson would make for a good choice. Sophie Cook reviews.
Read MoreHow Every Element in the Final Sequence from ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ Works To Create A Wonderfully Disturbing Finale
How Anthony Minghella’s ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ borrows from Hitchcock and Film Noir to create a phenomenal and tense final sequence. Analysis by Sophie Cook.
Read MoreFantasy Island (2020) Review
New Blumhouse fantasy-thriller-horror ‘Fantasy Island’ (2020) might be worth a watch if you’re a fan of Lucy Hale, but it won’t thrill fans of the genre quite like a ‘Get Out’. Sophie Cook reviews.
Read MoreThe Rhythm Section (2020) Review
Blake Lively and Jude Law star in spy-thriller ‘The Rhythm Section’ from director Reed Morano. Do we have the next Bourne? Sophie Cook reviews…
Read MoreCould ‘Frozen II’ Win Best Original Song? – Oscars 2020
“in the final “Into the unknown” in the chorus, [Elsa] goes so far past the safe notes, way into the enchanted forest. Here the chorus acts as a microcosm for the whole narrative.” – Sophie Cook on why “Into the Uknown” should win Best Original Song at the 2020 Oscars.
Read MoreBaz Luhrmann’s Iconic Postmodern Trilogy: An Exploration
Baz Luhrmann exercises postmodernism in his work through his instantly recognisable work in adaptation and reimagining, including in his three most iconic pieces, a postmodern trilogy explored by Sophie Cook.
Read MoreNews
December 11, 2023
2024 Golden Globe Awards – Film Nominees
The nominees for the 81st Golden Globe Awards have been announced,