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Hailed as “John Wick vs the Nazis” upon its release, the long-awaited sequel to Sisu lands in cinemas next month.The original is set during 1944’s Lapland War and follows a Finnish Army commando turned gold prospector attempting to defend himself from being robbed and murdered by a Waffen-SS platoon.Now Sisu: Road to Revenge is almost here, taking the action to just after World War 2 and this time against a Soviet Red Army unit led by Avatar villain Stephen Lang.Reviews are in for the new bloody action flick, which has debuted at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and is being called “Mad Max Fury Road meets the Fast and the Furious”.Tech AdvisorIf you ever wondered what would happen if Mad Max Fury Road met the Fast and the Furious franchise, this is it. Physics have no place here, all of the sp...

Malcolm McDowell co-stars as an undercover British agent opposite Roman Polanski's daughter, Morgane Polanski (The French Dispatch, The Ghost Writer, The Wife), as Britain's first and most daring female spy, Krystyna Skarbek, in the new World War 2 film, The Partisan.An action-packed trailer for the new film can be viewed above, while a bio of the real-life Polish woman who worked for British Intelligence reads: "Born in Poland, Krystyna Skarbek was the first woman to serve Britain as a special agent during the Second World War, as well as the country's longest-serving agent, one of the most effective.“Hailed as Winston Churchill's favourite spy and deemed Britain’s most glamorous, this courageous bona fide hero was also the inspiration behind the original James Bond girl, Vesper Lynd, ...

Jordan Peele has made a name for himself outside of comedy with his impressive horror films centred around the African-American experience.Via his Monkeypaw Productions, he wrote and directed the Oscar-winning Get Out, followed by Us and Nope.And now comes Him, with Peele on producing duties as Justin Tipping takes over as writer-director.The new film follows Tyriq Withers’ Cameron Cade, a rising star American football player, as he travels to train at the isolated compound of his hero, Marlon Wayans’ Isaiah White, a retired quarterback.However, things soon take a sinister turn as dark secrets are uncovered.It’s an intriguing premise and in the spirit of Get Out and Speak No Evil’s reverse home invasion. Additionally, the sports-horror genre is a fresh new angle worth tackling. However,...

One of the most iconic comedy films, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, owes its existence to an unlikely group of musicians.The film, which was a hit with audiences upon release, was made possible thanks to financial contributions from members of Pink Floyd and Elton John.The Monty Python team faced financial difficulties before the Hollywood film's production, making funding for the blockbuster seem unattainable.However, they managed to secure the necessary funds by turning to their friends in the music industry. These friends saw the film not only as a solid business venture but also as an opportunity to invest in the troupe's work.Film studios had declined to support the project, leading to bands like Genesis, Jethro Tull, and Led Zeppelin stepping in to bring the film to the big scre...

Netflix film Steve starring Cillian Murphy and based on the novel by Max Porter is one of the most anticipated new releases of the year.The acclaimed drama film about the headteacher of a school for boys with behavioural issues has finally been released to the streamer today (Friday, 3rd October).Murphy portrays the titular educator, who forms a bond with troubled teen Shy (played by Jay Lycurgo) while also dealing with his own mental health issues.The film has received strong reviews so far, with The Guardian calling Murphy’s performance “outstanding”, while other critics have noted its hard-to-swallow subject matter.Aside from Murphy and his other recognisable co-stars, which include Tracey Ullman and Emily Watson, viewers may be wondering where they’ve seen newcomer Lycurgo before.Th...

Numerous adaptations of the beloved Scooby-Doo franchise have graced both cinema and television screens, but one particular version stands out as the ultimate release.Despite facing criticism upon its initial release, audiences have developed a deep affection for this big-screen gem, declaring it the finest among all Hollywood Scooby-Doo adaptations.The Mystery Incorporated crew have entertained viewers across various platforms for decades, but a project helmed by the filmmaker behind Superman and Guardians of the Galaxy has earned acclaim as the superior version.James Gunn wrote the screenplay for two Scooby-Doo films, with the first instalment hitting cinemas in 2002.The adaptation proved so successful that numerous cast members continued voicing their characters in subsequent franchi...

The Lost Bus, a gripping true story of survival, has just landed on Apple TV+ for subscribers to enjoy over the weekend.Directed by Captain Phillips' Paul Greengrass and penned by Task and Mare of Easttown's Brad Ingelsby, it has already won over audiences following its cinema release in the US last month.The film is based on the remarkable true story of Kevin McKay, a heroic bus driver who battled through the devastating 2018 Camp Fire in California to ensure the safety of 22 children.Joining him were Mary Ludwig, a 50-year-old second-grade teacher, and Abbie Gerspacher-Davis, a 29 year old kindergarten teacher, who did their utmost to comfort the young passengers as they navigated through the deadliest wildfire in California's history.Let's delve into the cast portraying these real-li...

The Lost Bus: Official trailerThe real-life hero who inspired Apple TV+'s new survival film The Lost Bus has embarked on a fresh career path in recent years.Featuring Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera, the gripping drama directed by Paul Greengrass tells the tale of a courageous bus driver who rescued 22 children from a catastrophic California fire.The complete story is detailed in the 2021 book Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire by Lizzie Johnson, which caught the attention of actress Jamie Lee Curtis and prompted her to join the project as a producer.After a limited cinema release in the US, The Lost Bus is now accessible for global audiences to stream on Apple TV+ from today, Friday, 3rd October.But what has become of the actual driver Kevin McKay sin...

Cinema fans across the globe are marking the annual Mean Girls Day this October 3. This legendary date stems from a memorable moment in the 2004 comedy masterpiece, featuring A-list stars Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, and Tina Fey.In a standout sequence, audiences discover protagonist Cady (Lohan) is harbouring romantic feelings for the school's golden boy Aaron Samuels (portrayed by Jonathan Bennett). Cady subsequently recounts one of her earliest interactions with Aaron, declaring: "On October 3rd, he asked me what day it was." While we never see Aaron posing the now-legendary question, the scene depicts Cady replying with "it's October 3rd".This particular date has evolved into a cultural phenomenon since then. For fans eager to participate in the celebrations and r...

Venture miles into Tunisia's orange-red desert and you may stumble upon remnants of the Star Wars prequel sets, frozen in time.While sci-fi enthusiasts might dismiss the divisive prequel films, some will be astonished to find these iconic structures left exposed to the elements, marring the Tunisian skyline.Wooden and fibreglass towers, faux pipes leading nowhere, and yellowed whitewashed walls serve as the only reminders for locals involved in the filming of Star Wars that Hollywood once graced their land.Yet, Taieb Jallouli, the man who constructed the sets, remains optimistic about a Hollywood return. Speaking to The Guardian, he said: "Film companies talk about coming back. Ridley Scott was talking about filming here, Pompeii was due to be filmed here, but there's always something. ...