On Tuesday, 3rd September 2024, we had the pleasure of attending a special screening of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice at Cineworld Leicester Square. Here’s our take on Tim Burton‘s spooky sequel!
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The Beetlejuice sequel takes us back to Winter River, where chaos reigns once again. Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder) has settled into her adult life, but her rebellious daughter Astrid (Jenna…
On Wednesday, 7th August, London Mums Magazine had the privilege of attending a screening of Black Dog at Soho Screening Rooms. This remarkable film has garnered significant attention, being the first Chinese-language film to win an award in the Un Certain Regard category and the only Chinese-language film to receive an accolade at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.
Black Dog presents a…
Totoro on the big screen, a perfect outing for a rainy day. The animé Titan Hayao Miyazaki has produced dozens of big hitters, but Totoro is often considered his greatest. Totoro has the cult status of Winnie-the-Pooh here.
A common theme in his movies is a childish sense of awe at the majesty of nature and the importance of respecting it. He expresses nostalgia for a pre-industrial 1950s Japan…
My son and I were recently invited by London Mums Magazine to review the latest animation, Despicable Me 4.
Gru faces a new nemesis: a childhood rival who becomes a bitter enemy when Gru puts him behind bars. With an army of cockroaches at his command, he escapes from prison and threatens to kidnap Gru Junior. The family is forced into hiding and advised to blend in; quite a challenge for…
On Monday, 15th July 2024, London Mums Magazine invited us, two teenage reporters, to check out the latest Warner Brothers movie, Twisters: Nature’s Darkest Side. Get ready to dive into the wild world of tornadoes, some of the most powerful and unpredictable forces of nature. This film not only shows you how tornadoes form and their impact but also revisits how they’ve been depicted in…
Get ready to be transported back to the 1960s with Fly Me to the Moon, a delightful romantic comedy that blends historical events with a charming fictional narrative. Starring the ever-charismatic Channing Tatum and the stunning Scarlett Johansson, this film promises to be a feel-good hit that captures the excitement of the space race era.
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Set against the high-stakes backdrop of the…
Despicable Me 4 is a delightful addition to the franchise. It’s a film that promises laughter, excitement, and heart-warming moments, making it a standout movie of 2024. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the series, this film is highly recommended for a fun and memorable cinema experience. It will be in UK cinemas from 12 July…
Spoiler Alert: This review contains predictable spoilers from both parts of Bridgerton Season 3.
We were promised that Bridgerton Season 3 would turn up the heat, but the initial episodes felt more like a simmer than a sizzle. The first part of the season offered little more than an illicit fumble in a carriage, leaving many fans yearning for the steamy romance the series is known for.
As the…
Pixar returns to the emotional landscape of Riley’s mind with Inside Out 2, a sequel that dives into the complexities of adolescence. With new emotions making their debut, the film promises a fresh yet familiar journey through the trials and tribulations of growing up. Join us as we explore how this latest Pixar masterpiece continues the story of Riley and her emotional crew, delivering both…
This summer, Miami’s most famous detectives, Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence), are back in action with Bad Boys – Ride or Die. The fourth instalment of the beloved franchise combines thrilling action with outrageous comedy, as the iconic duo finds themselves on the run, facing new dangers and old enemies. Directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, this…
