Netflix takes a look at the way that women and sex workers are treated by law enforcement in their latest crime mystery. Based on the true story of Shannan Gilbert’s disappearance, the film follows how her mother ends up becoming the detective in the search for her and her interactions with the other families ofContinue reading “Lost Girls (2020)”
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Black Beauty (2020)
A modern-day reprisal of Anna Sewell’s novel, Black Beauty tells the story of Jo, played by Mackenzie Foy (Twilight Breaking Dawn) and the horse that changes and defines her life. Narrated by Kate Winslet, Black Beauty tells the story of her life from start to finish. It follows her journey from a wild horse, to a showContinue reading “Black Beauty (2020)”
Hillbilly Elegy (2020)
Ron Howard adapts J.D. Vance’s memoir ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ in his latest film. It boasts a cast including Amy Adams (Enchanted, Arrival), Frieda Pinto (Slumdog Millionaire) and Glenn Close. It focuses on a boy from Kentucky who struggles to let go of his family history and hometown. The film considers how one can decide how whereContinue reading “Hillbilly Elegy (2020)”
Shawn Mendes: In Wonder (2020)
He’s an international popstar with a crazy life, but he’s still just a normal guy with normal problems. Shawn Mendes’ new documentary film shows exactly this, and not much more. If you are an avid fan of Shawn then the extra content will be welcomed, and as a precursor to his upcoming album ‘Wonder’ (outContinue reading “Shawn Mendes: In Wonder (2020)”
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)
Any musical theatre lover will enjoy the music, costumes and choreography of this film. There is a mix of old and new in this Christmas movie that is perfect for all the family. It’s a kind of Christmas-themed Greatest Showman-meets-Peter Pan-meets-Wall-e that begins as a fairy-tale being read by a grandmother to her grandchildren about an inventorContinue reading “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020)”
Operation Christmas Drop (2020)
What appears to be a cheap, cringe-y, commercial Christmas film in the trailer, turns out to be a heart-warming, wholesome holiday film. Based on the real-life military operation of dropping supplies and gifts to remote islands over the Christmas holidays, this film provides a taste of the tropical after nearly a year of no travel. Continue reading “Operation Christmas Drop (2020)”
Ghosts of War (2020)
Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect) and Brenton Thwaites (Pirates of the Carribean) star in the supernatural horror Ghosts of War which takes place in Nazi occupied France during WW2. The soldiers are tasked with guarding a mansion once held by the Nazis, which turns out to be haunted by the family that used to live there. The filmContinue reading “Ghosts of War (2020)”
The Secret: Dare To Dream (2020)
Maybe it’s the fact that it’s based on a self-help book, or maybe it is the fact that much of the dialogue could probably be found on the Facebook wall or tea towel of a middle-aged woman, but The Secret: Dare To Dreamis boring. The characters are underwhelming and matched to the dialogue rather than theContinue reading “The Secret: Dare To Dream (2020)”
Blackpink: Light Up The Sky (2020)
Blackpink is South Korea’s biggest girl group and this documentary takes a look behind the curtain of sparkling outfits and perfect dance routines to the members themselves and their rise to stardom. They are preparing to record their debut album and they meet with their producer/songwriter Teddy Parks, a former K-pop group member himself. TheyContinue reading “Blackpink: Light Up The Sky (2020)”
Holidate (2020)
If you are looking for a cheesy, predictable holiday romance film, then this new Netflix Original is the one for you. Emma Roberts (Wild Child, We’re The Millers) and Luke Bracey (Hacksaw Ridge, The Best of Me) star in Holidate, a romantic comedy about loneliness during the festive period and the persistent questioning from family membersContinue reading “Holidate (2020)”
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