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Finnish World War 2 action movie Sisu is a hidden gem, having hit No 1 on the Netflix UK film chart last year.Set during 1944’s Lapland War, the original film follows a Finnish Army commando turned gold prospector attempting to defend himself from being robbed and murdered by a Waffen-SS platoon.Influenced by the Spaghetti Westerns of Sergio Leone and Rambo First Blood, this gory flick received critical acclaim upon release and is now getting a sequel.But now World War 2 has just ended, this time around, he’s not taking on the Nazis, but the Soviets, and specifically Stephen Lang’s Red Army commander.The first review reactions are in from the film’s premiere at Fantastic Festival in Austin, Texas and it sounds like another smash.Discussing FilmSISU: ROAD TO REVENGE absolutely rips. An e...

Netflix subscribers have been gushing about a period drama film rooted in an extraordinary true story, whilst others have savoured a "compelling" historical drama and some have hailed a "dazzling" period piece, reports the Mirror.The film debuted last year but might have slipped past some viewers' attention, though others have penned glowing testimonials on IMDb.One viewer shared in their 10/10 assessment: "Insanely heartwarming, inspiring and Beautiful."Loved every second of it, pacing was perfect. Narrative moved so smoothly filled with emotion and human beauty. In a world filled with harm and brutality, stories like these renews my faith in humanity and its purity to make good."A second critic branded it "an important movie" in their 10/10 evaluation and remarked: "Thank you so much ...

Emmerdale star Alexander Lincoln and Jack Brett Anderson's film A Night Like This hits cinemas next week, and the duo has exclusively spoken to Express.co.uk about the project, which follows the story of a broke gay actor and a failing club owner who cross paths in central London. Within the film, struggling actor Lukas (played by Jack) is on the verge of suicide and decides to drown his sorrows in a London pub. While drinking, he meets the owner, Oliver (Alexander), who is mourning the loss of his father. The pair clash at first, but they soon realise they have a lot in common as they walk around the city's streets late at night and go into details about their complicated lives.It's unclear if there is a romantic spark between openly gay Lukas and Oliver - but the "will they won't they...

After three series of The Mandalorian on Disney+, Pedro Pascal’s bounty hunter and Baby Yoda are coming to the big screen. The Mandalorian and Grogu movie trailer has landed today, giving fans a first look at the latest cinematic Star Wars film since 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. Set over a decade after the events of Return of the Jedi, the blockbuster co-stars Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White and Jonny Coyne.An official synopsis from Lucasfilm reads: “We see Grogu with his new Anzellan friends and using a tiny telescope as he works alongside Din Djarin. The Mandalorian’s Zeb Orrelios is back, featured in poster art that also includes Sigourney Weaver’s new character and a pair of Hutts. From toppling Imperial remnant AT-ATs to venturing into a gladiator fight where the creatures fr...

Peter Jackson’s two incredibly popular movies are soon going to make an exit from Amazon Prime. Mr Jackson, a renowned New Zealand filmmaker is best known for his storytelling style that blends epic fantasy with emotional depth. His films are celebrated for their groundbreaking visual effects, sweeping landscapes, and richly detailed worlds.The filmmaker is best known for directing, producing, and co-writing The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, based on the works of JRR Tolkien.The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug and The Hobbit Battle of Five Armies is about to leave the popular platform.The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is the second movie in The Hobbit trilogy that follows Bilbo Baggins, a brave hobbit, as he continues his journey with a group of dwarves and the wizard Ga...

BBC iPlayer is a seriously underrated platform when it comes to its catalogue of films. Not many people are aware of its broad variety, even streaming films that can't be found anywhere else. I have compiled a list of five movies that are currently on the platform, which I believe are the crème de la crème of BBC iPlayer's offerings.From a rogue Cillian Murphy film to a romantic drama focused on cannibalism, there are some out-of-the-ordinary selections - here are my top picks. Why don't you try some of them out the next time you're struggling to find something to watch on the likes of Netflix and Amazon Prime.The GodfatherThe original Godfather movie was released in 1972 and directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The trilogy follows the Corleone family under patriarch Vito Corleone and the ...

A classic noughties film is available to watch for free for Prime Video subscription holders and fans have hailed it "brilliant from start to finish".The film was adapted from a play and it was released in 2000, receiving positive reviews, and it went on to win three BAFTAs.The story was also adapted for the West End stage following the film's success and it continues to bring viewers to tears.Billy Elliot, the film in question, stars Jamie Bell in the title role and it follows a working-class boy who has a passion for ballet.His father, a miner and widower, objects based on negative stereotypes of male dancers and Billy is left torn between his family and his dreams.Fans have taken to IMDb to share their thoughts, with carlybotley sharing: "Top ten movie."One of my all time favourite m...

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Row trailer starring Bella Dayne and Sophie SkeltonOne of Outlander's leading stars has revealed details about their exciting new film project beyond the beloved Starz series, following the recent release of season eight's trailer and another cast member securing a role in a gripping new series, reports the Daily Record.British performer Sophie Skelton, adored by countless fans for portraying Brianna MacKenzie, embraces a dramatically different character from the time-hopping engineer in her latest psychological thriller Row.The Raindance award-winning production follows a transatlantic rowing crew attempting to shatter the world record, only for their voyage to conclude ca...

The Cabin in the Woods is a 2011 horror film by Drew Goddard and Joss Whedon that looks like your typical slasher movie. The plot follows five college students (played by Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Fran Kranz and Jesse Williams) on a weekend trip to a secluded cabin in the woods. The cabin is so remote that they have no means of communicating with the outside world.While exploring the cabin, the teens stumble upon a cellar filled with mystical relics. One of the students reads from a book in the cellar, awakening a zombie family who mercilessly hunt each of them down before slaying them violently. Unbeknownst to them, other factors are at play. In an underground laboratory, two engineers manipulate the events that unfold for a bigger purpose. Like many films in t...

Spider-Man actor Tom Holland was reportedly rushed to hospital with a "mild concussion" following a stunt gone wrong. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the British actor, 29, is taking a break from filming for "several days" to recover from the horror accident. Tom is currently filming his latest superhero blockbuster, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The Daily Mail newspaper said Tom "cracked his head after suffering a fall on set at Leavesden Studios in Watford" and is being treated for a "mild concussion." A stunt double was also reported to have been left hospitalised after the incident, according to The Sun.An East of England Ambulance Service spokesman told the publication: "We were called at 10.30am on Friday to attend to a patient who had sustained an injury at Leavesden Studios in...