Amazon cancels Cortes series

Amazon has cancelled its planned Cortés epic in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

The show, which was announced last year, was set to star Javier Bardem as Hernan Cortes, the explorer who overthrew the Aztec empire for the Spanish. … Read More

Disney+ UK film review: Mulan (2020)

Disney’s live-action remake of Mulan is a captivating combination of gorgeous spectacle and stunning fight scenes.Read More

MUBI to release Mati Diop’s In My Room following Venice Film Festival premiere

MUBI will release Mati Diop’s new short film, In My Room, the day after its premiere at the Venice Film Festival.

In My Room was created and directed by the Atlantiques helmer during lockdown and is the 20th entry in … Read More

Mulan will be available to regular Disney+ subscribers this December

Today sees Mulan premiere on Disney+, in a move that will see the live-action remake bypass cinemas and head straight to Disney’s own digital platform.

It’s a bold move, one that has ruffled the feathers of exhibitors – and … Read More

First look UK TV review: The Boys Season 2

The Boys are back and they’re more sharply satirical and unsubtly entertaining than ever.Read More

VOD film review: Strings (2012)

Rob Savage’s micro-budget debut perfectly captures the awkwardness of adolescence.Read More

VOD film review: The Prestige

Christopher Nolan’s theatrical tale of illusion and deception is a compelling character study.Read More

Memento: Looking back at Christopher Nolan’s best film

Christopher Nolan’s gripping, mind-bending neo-noir is the most personal and disciplined of his career.Read More

Netflix inks deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Netflix has inked a new deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who moved to California earlier in the year, have previously announced plans to step back from their royal duties and become financially … Read More

Michael Sheen to star in Old Vic’s Faith Healer

Michael Sheen is heading to the Old Vic this September to stream a new production of Faith Healer live online.

The Fantastic Francis Hardy (Michael Sheen) travels the most remote corners of Wales, Scotland and Ireland attempting to heal those … Read More