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This film is often termed as one of the most harrowing movies ever made and it shows the bleak reality of nuclear warfare. Threads was first aired on BBC Two on 23 September 1984 at the height of the Cold War, when nuclear tensions were as prevalent a talking point as they are today.The film is a drama telling the story of a nuclear strike on Britain through the eyes of two families, tracing the events leading up to the war and the decade of devastation that follows. With global tensions rising, many viewers have been left horrified by the film which one viewer termed as the “scariest movie” they had ever seen.One viewer on Letterboxed said: “I know for a fact that I will never watch this again, as it's probably the single most harrowing film I've ever seen.”Another, who gave the film a...

BBC viewers have just a few days left to stream the Oscar winning and critically acclaimed crime comedy film for free.BlacKkKlansman, which boasts an almost perfect rating, is currently available at no extra cost but will be removed from the platform in a short time.The broadcaster has confirmed it will only be accessible up until July 8.This means that movie enthusiasts have less than a fortnight to take advantage of this easily accessible film.BlacKkKlansman tells the story of Ron Stallworth, an African-American detective who sets out to infiltrate his town's local chapter of the Ku Klux Klan, a notorious white supremacist group.The narrative is based on true events and the autobiography of the real Ron Stallworth, a black police officer who successfully infiltrated a chapter of the K...

Tom Hanks has been the linchpin of countless cinematic smashes since the 1980s, traversing genres from side-splitting comedies to tear-jerkers, and now Rotten Tomatoes has sorted them into a definitive ranking.Harnessing the power of genuine fan feedback, the aggregation site compiles each film's score and lists them from the all-time greats down to the less acclaimed flicks. Topping off the lower end of this star-studded list is a film that received a paltry 15% from the public, sitting at number 52: The Bonfire of the Vanities.Released in 1990, The Bonfire of the Vanities pairs Hanks with a glittering cast such as Bruce Willis, Morgan Freeman, Kirsten Dunst, and Melanie Griffith, but even these heavyweights couldn't save the comedy from being dubbed a "lifeless satire".A critical view...

F1: The Movie races into cinemas today (June 27), and film enthusiasts are buzzing with anticipation, reports the Mirror US.The adrenaline-fuelled drama stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver coaxed out of retirement for one last shot at glory.The film boasts an impressive cast, including James Bond's Javier Bardem, Damson Idris from Snowfall, Kerry Condon known for Better Call Saul, and Tobias Menzies of Outlander and The Crown fame.Helmed by Joseph Kosinski of Top Gun: Maverick and production by renowned Hollywood figure Jerry Bruckheimer, audiences are set for a gripping cinematic experience.Those wondering how long the film is: F1: The Movie's runtime is two hours and 35 minutes, according to IMDb.Many keen to see the action-packed film are wondering if they should stick...

The Fast and Furious franchise is a cinematic titan, boasting an impressive 11 films over two decades and a legion of devoted fans.Since its explosive debut in 2001, the series has sparked endless debate among viewers: which instalment reigns supreme? Thanks to Rotten Tomatoes, we now have an answer based on audience reviews.Utilising their Tomatometer, the website ranked the films from highest to lowest-rated. The results may stun some fans, particularly when it comes to the top five. However, it's no shocker that Fast and Furious 7 clinched the top spot with a stellar 82% rating, reports the Mirror US.This film marked a poignant turning point for the franchise due to the untimely death of star Paul Walker. Production began in September 2013 but was halted following Walker's tragic car...

Director Annabelle Attanasio's first foray into filmmaking, Mickey and the Bear, is a raw and genuine coming-of-age tale featuring Camila Morrone and James Badge Dale in pivotal roles, with Calvin Demba, Rebecca Henderson, and Ben Rosenfield offering strong support.Despite receiving a stellar 100 per cent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the 2019 indie flick only scraped together a meagre $57,188 at the global box-office. Attanasio not only directed but also wrote the screenplay, garnering critical acclaim for her work; one critic hailed the film as "a rare and remarkable feat to pull off so well for a first-time director".Another review praised the film, stating: "Filmmaker Annabelle Attanasio's debut film is an honest and empathetic look at the toughest parts of someone's upbringin...

Steven Spielberg’s 2012 biographical drama, Lincoln, is considered to be one of his all-time best works.The historical period film has been directed and produced by Spielberg, with a screenplay penned by Tony Kushner. Loosely based on Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, a 2005 biography written by Doris Kearns Goodwin, the film spans the last four months of the political leader’s life.With Daniel Day-Lewis taking on the lead role of the United States’ President Abraham Lincoln, the film also stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones, David Strathairn, James Spader, and Hal Holbrook in supporting roles.Lincoln focuses on the renowned political heavyweight’s efforts to abolish slavery and  involuntary servitude by getting the Thirteenth Amendment to the...

Henry Cavill has long been a firm fan favourite to take over as James Bond, alongside the like of Idris Elba, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and James Norton. But with the shock overnight news that the new 007 director has been confirmed, suddenly the race is hotting up.EON producers Barbara Broccoli and her half-brother have long held all the cards as the "gatekeepers" of the franchise, taking over from the legendary Cubby Broccoli. When Amazon bought Bond parent company in 2022, the sibling forced a stalemate, unwilling to cede creative control. But now both have stepped away completely.They had previously promised that the new actor would be British, any ethnicity but definitely still male. A rumoured age range was 29-40.All eyes are on director Denis Villeneuve and Amazon now, with hopes fast...

Denis Villeneuve helming the James Bond relaunch after the British spy was killed off could be the greatest thing to happen to the franchise, but can he deliver what fans, and crucially the studio, want? The announcement of the new 007 director was made overnight with great fanfare, and with everyone involved making all the right noises, but there are numerous concerns.The French-Canadian director makes arthouse movies that look like Hollywood blockbusters. I love every languid second of them, but many find them impenetrable. He lets profound ideas and sumptuous imagery breathe and linger long after the credits roll, but audiences often stay away.The hauntingly beautiful Arrival with Amy Adams was a moderate hit but the mesmerising Blade Runner 2049 flopped at the box office, losing at ...

I love horror films but these are so scary they made my skin crawl (Image: Netflix)I love horror films, despite how disturbing and terrifying they can sometimes be. And these are the scariest I've ever seen. There are no comedy interludes or cheap special effects in these films. They are pure, unadulterated terror — and most have the supernatural element that makes them all the more chilling.From demonic classics to nasty modern-day chillers, you will definitely not feel comfortable while you watch these films.It's a strange part of the human condition that we enjoy things that scare us but there are scientific explanations for it. University researchers looked into why we enjoy horror films, despite the fact that they make us feel what you might describe as negative emotions.They found...