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Streaming experts have revealed the best movie to stream on Amazon Prime Video right now, and it's one that came out this year. Amazon Prime Video is one of the most popular streaming services in the UK, thanks to its plethora of well-reviewed series and its great selection of films, from period dramas to gritty war movies to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. Among the latter genre is a spy thriller that came out this year, hitting cinemas in March.However, it flew under the radar for many, despite its stellar cast including two of Hollywood's biggest names. It is currently available to rent for a free on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, but fans are hoping that it will soon be able to stream for all Amazon Prime subscribers. The movie has been well-reviewed by critics and audience members, and...

Peaky Blinders fans can delve into Cillian Murphy's career before his Tommy Shelby days in this 'gripping' thriller from two decades past.Red Eye follows a hotel manager whose world gets turned upside down when a mysterious stranger takes the seat beside her during a flight home.She swiftly discovers he poses a danger to her own family as he insists she assist him in a scheme to murder a Government official or witness her father's death.Yet the crucial question remains: how far will she go to safeguard her loved ones, or might there be an escape route?Red Eye becomes available this week on Tuesday, September 16, via BBC iPlayer where viewers can watch the film at no cost.Red Eye might not boast the largest ensemble but it does showcase some of the globe's most celebrated stars.Spearhead...

What makes an incredible film? Any answer to that question is bound to contain a significant element of subjectivity. One person’s masterpiece is another person’s dull.You can go on at me all you want about the fact that the likes of Casablanca, Citizen Kane or It’s A Wonderful Life are missing from this list despite being widely considered all-time classics. But in reply, I'll tell you I struggled to get through them without feeling a bit bored and have never felt a burning desire to go back and rewatch them — unlike some films on this list, some of which I could probably recite from start to finish. You can see my pick of the best books I've read here.As those older classics go further and further into the past, there are simply more and more films competing against them for a spot on...

Monsters, goblins and ghouls are making a comeback; television shows such as Netflix's Wednesday and blockbuster films like Sinners have proven that themes of the supernatural are highly popular. Just in time for the spooky season is a new gory action movie that has proven to be a major hit with audiences — but it's not what you expect.Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle scored an impressive 98% on Rotten Tomatoes for its audience rating, compared to Michael B Jordan's Sinners with 97% (at the time of writing). Given how widely acclaimed Sinners is by both audiences and critics alike, it's surprising to see its audience score surpassed by an anime. However, both films have received a 97% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, but time will tell if the supernatural anime will ...

A classic Christopher Nolan thriller hailed as his finest work is now available to stream for free. The acclaimed director's Memento has just been added to Channel 4's on-demand service, ready for fans to enjoy.As with most of the British filmmaker's films, it's best to watch without much prior knowledge. However, we will provide a brief plot summary for new viewers.Released in 2000, the thriller centres around Leonard (portrayed by Guy Pearce), a man on a quest to find his wife's killer. However, the task is nearly impossible due to Leonard suffering from a rare form of amnesia, reports the Mirror.While he can recall his life before the accident that caused his condition, the protagonist cannot create new memories. This forces him to rely on photographs, notes and tattoos to keep track...

The Map That Leads to You was released in August (Image: Amazon MGM Studios)As a self-proclaimed film fanatic who watches at least two or three movies per week, I take great pride in my recommendations. This year, I have made it my mission to make a dent in my ever-growing watchlist, and it's going pretty well, but it can be hard not to resist the dozens of new releases, particularly as we gear up for Oscar season.There's a newly released rom-com in there, a beautifully moving picture set in Shetland, and a two-hander that secured many awards among my favourites. Here are my highlights of the year so far. Read more: The most popular Netflix film of all time might surprise you Read more: I’m a book lover – my favourite read of all time is now on Netflix Saoirse Ronan in The Outrun (20...

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale conclude not just a film trilogy but a 15-year period drama franchise spanning 1912 to 1930.The film concluded with Lord and Lady Grantham moving to the Dower House and leaving the stately home to their currently single eldest daughter, Lady Mary and her son George.While most of the characters got their happy endings, the new movie felt more like the start of a new beginning for the franchise in a soft reboot.The 76-year-old creator and screenwriter Julian Fellowes may be busy with The Gilded Age, but give it a few years and we’d expect either Downton Abbey 4 or a soft reboot TV series with or without him. After all, one star even said that "there's been talk".Depending on how long a break, the Crawleys could host a Wilderness Years Winston Churchill, cov...

This period movie has been described as the "best Netflix film ever made" by fans, and it has a stellar cast lineup. The King is an epic historical drama film directed by David Michôd and released in 2019. It is based on several plays from William Shakespeare's Henriad, and the screenplay was written by Michôd and Joel Edgerton, who both produced the film with Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, and Liz Watts.The ensemble cast led by Timothée Chalamet as the Prince of Wales and later King Henry V of England, alongside Edgerton, Sean Harris, Lily-Rose Depp, Robert Pattinson, and Ben Mendelsohn. The film's synopsis reads: "Young Henry V encounters deceit, war and treachery after becoming King of England in the 15th century, in the aftermath of his brother's death."Fans of the film ha...

Viewers and critics have been showering acclaim on a captivating new period drama that's absolutely worth your time, following others who have savoured a "masterful" series and witnessed a perfect 10/10 Netflix production, reports the Mirror.The picture had its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 7 and will be arriving on screens next month, including Amazon Prime Video.On IMDb, one viewer branded the film "an exhilarating ride", whilst the visuals were celebrated as "sumptuous and riotous".The user continued: "There is so much going on in every scene. The pacing varies from breakneck to brief respites of calm."They added: "I'll be thinking about this film long after I finished seeing it. You can't ask more of any film."A perfect 10/10 review on the plat...

Millennials yearning for a trip down memory lane are in for a treat as the beloved noughties comedy-drama 'Coyote Ugly' is now streaming on ITVX at no cost.The film features 'Yellowstone' star Piper Perabo and boasts a stellar cast including Adam Garcia and Tyra Banks.Despite receiving a chilly reception from critics, 'Coyote Ugly' laughed all the way to the bank, raking in a cool $113 million globally.Over time, it has garnered a cult following and secured its status as a millennial treasure.Set against the backdrop of the renowned Coyote Ugly bar in New York City, the film charts Piper Perabo's character Violet Sanford's journey from New Jersey to the Big Apple in pursuit of her songwriting dreams.Upon her move to New York City, Violet lands a gig at the infamous Coyote Ugly bar and c...