Movies

The latest trailer for the upcoming The Batman film starring Robert Pattinson and Zoe Kravitz is upon us and sheds some more light on what’s in store. Or, more to …
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Since the beginning of Tom Holland’s tenure as Spiderman in the MCU he has infused the role with a new impetus that fits in perfectly with the cinematic universe that they’re creating now. The third film to star Holland, ‘Spiderman – No Way Home’ is a much different proposition than the previous two and delivers an entirely different perspective than we’ve seen before.
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Hawkeye continues its brilliant run with episode 5, Ronin, which not only moves this story forward, but also gives some great insights to some of the characters past histories. *Warning! Spoilers Ahead!*
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ye, episode 4 ‘Partners, Am I Right?’ is a bit more of an investigative episode trying to get to the bottom of several mysteries. *Warning! Spoilers ahead!*
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It seems like only yesterday when we were enjoying the films at last year’s Tweetfest, albeit only in an Online form.  Somehow the year has flashed by and Tweetfest occurred once again, but much more happily in its usual in-person guise.  With screenings at the Hen and Chickens Theatre, and a Gala night at the Arthouse in London, it was great to meet up with the filmmakers and experience this year’s crop of shorts.
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With the first two episodes of Hawkeye dealing mainly with the introduction of Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld), this third episode, ‘Echoes’ looks at the principal villain, Maya (Alaqua Cox).  *Warning! Spoilers Ahead!*
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Tweetfest returns to a physical event this year, after last November’s virtual festival.  With screenings at the Hen and Chickens, and the Arthouse (Crouch End) in London, it looks to be another fine collection.
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One of the great things about film festivals is that you get to see the quirkier features that may not get the exposure they deserve in the mainstream.  ‘All Sorts’ from director J. Rick Castaneda (Ninjago: Decoded) is the kind of romantic comedy that is much more interesting than the usual run of the mill affair, and one that delivers a delightful oddness.
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Following his triumphant performance at Woodstock in 1969, Joe Cocker found himself without a band.  Turning to the renowned Leon Russell, they formed what became the ‘Mad Dogs and Englishmen’ ensemble of musicians for his 1970 tour.  ‘Learning to Live Together: The Return of Mad Dogs and Englishmen’ from director Jesse Lauter follows the Tedeschi Trucks Band as they pull together the remaining original ‘Mad Dogs’ to recreate that experience for a festival in Virginia.
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Anime NYC is returning to Jacob K. Javits Convention in Manhattan this year. Attractions include panel discussions with anime directors, producers and actors, exclusive film screenings, cosplay fashion shows and …
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There’s a moment in ‘Cannon Arm and the Arcade Quest’ where the narration states “It started like so many things start. A quiet thought while enjoying a banana”.  It’s an idea that spreads amongst friends and becomes a dream which they want to achieve.  This sentiment, of the mundane, yet communal, and how it is stated, is the heart of both the group documented here, and the film itself.
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Sometimes the advertising or word of mouth on a film gives a slightly misleading impression of what you end up seeing.  This was especially true of Kenneth Branagh’s Belfast.
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