Movies

Film review: Elio (Disney/Pixar, 2025)

Pixar has a long tradition of delivering heartfelt, visually stunning animated stories, and Elio, their latest offering directed by Adrian Molina (co-director of Coco), continues this legacy with a vibrant space adventure full of emotion, humour and cosmic imagination. At the heart of the story is 11-year-old Elio Solis, an introverted and wildly imaginative boy who unexpectedly becomes the…
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Books

Fireman Sam… But for ambulances! Meet Paramedic Chris – the Hero helping anxious kids

As parents, many of us know the fear and helplessness that come with rushing a child to A&E. I recently received a heartfelt message from author and former ambulance chaplain Tim Parsons, who has turned his professional and personal experiences into a powerful children’s book series called Paramedic Chris. His story touched me deeply, and I wanted to share it with our London Mums readers in his…
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Top 100 ‘Dad Rock’ driving tunes to celebrate Father’s Day

Top 100 ‘Dad Rock’ driving tunes to celebrate Father’s Day. When you hear the words “Dad Rock,” your mind probably leaps straight to the leather-clad legends – Bon Jovi, AC/DC, ZZ Top, Guns N’ Roses. For years, acts like these have epitomised the oft-cheesy genre, but now, there’s a sobering reality to come to terms with; Appetite for Destruction turns 40 in just two years’…
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Film review: How To Train Your Dragon (live-action) starring Gerard Butler

London Mums Magazine was delighted to be invited to the preview of the latest release of How to Train Your Dragon at the BFI IMAX in central London. Guests were warmly welcomed by a lively Viking-themed reception featuring axe throwing, face painting, a tattoo artist, and an abundance of delicious treats.   The new How To Train Your Dragon movie soars onto the big screen with a fresh…
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Books

Book of the Week: Tina Turner by Peter Lindbergh

Tina Turner by Peter Lindbergh (TASCHEN, £100) is not just a coffee table book; it’s a stunning love letter to one of the most iconic women in music history, seen through the empathetic, artistic lens of the late photographer Peter Lindbergh. Voted Book of the Week by London Mums Magazine, this visually arresting volume captures the electrifying essence of Tina Turner while peeling back the…
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Film review: Karate Kid - Legends – A feel-good family film that kicks it old school

If you’re looking for a heartwarming family film with a perfect balance of action, humour, and nostalgia, Karate Kid – Legends delivers a knockout punch. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the original films or entirely new to the dojo, this latest reboot is as much about connection and confidence as it is about combat. Set in New York City, Karate Kid – Legends follows Li Fong (played…
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Art Review: Claudio Parmiggiani at the Estorick Collection – A journey through smoke, silence and memory

If you’re looking for a cultural moment to feed your mind and soul, Claudio Parmiggiani’s powerful new exhibition at the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art in Highbury & Islington in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in London is a must-see – and, yes, even for busy mums needing a quiet moment of introspection. Italian artist Claudio Parmiggiani (b. 1943), one of…
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Film review: Disney's Lilo & Stitch (2025)

Disney’s Lilo & Stitch (2025), a lovable, laugh-out-loud live action reboot, is set to be the best family film of the summer. Rating: 8/10 – London Mums & Kids Club. Walt Disney’s long-awaited live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch crash-lands into UK cinemas on 21 May 2025 – and it’s already being hailed as the ultimate family film of the summer. With its heartwarming message, riotous…
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Film Review: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning starring Tom Cruise

High-octane action, high drama… and a slightly high running time. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (Part two sequel of Dead Reckoning Part One) will be in cinemas nationwide from 21 May 2025. Rated 12A Let’s face it – no one goes into a Mission: Impossible film expecting Shakespeare. But even by popcorn blockbuster standards, The Final Reckoning delivers a dizzying…
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Movies

Paws Up, Mamas! Gabby’s Dollhouse is headed to the Big Screen!

Watch the trailer, meet the stars, and mark your calendars – this is one magical movie you won’t want to miss! Calling all mums of mini moggies – the sparkly, crafty, giggle-packed world of Gabby’s Dollhouse is leaping from your living room to the silver screen! DreamWorks Animation has just dropped the official trailer for Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie and it’s serving up pure…
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