Two teenage reporters from London Mums Magazine were thrilled to be invited to review Transformers One. As lifelong fans who grew up surrounded by Transformers movies and toys, they had plenty to say about this latest instalment in the beloved franchise.
The Story
Transformers One takes us way back to where it all began – to the very origins of the Autobots and Decepticons. Directed by Josh…
The Italian Cultural Institute in London was abuzz last night, hosting the much-anticipated opening of Piero Pizzi Cannella ‘s latest exhibition, in collaboration with the Italian Consulate. Titled “Giunge l’istante in cui non puoi più aggiungere né sottrarre. È allora che l’opera si compie,” (“The moment arrives when you can no longer add or subtract. It is then that the work is…
Imagine a film where American Psycho meets The Singing Detective in a twisted, surreal musical, with the dark undercurrents of La La Land‘s dreams versus reality. That’s the vibe Joker: Folie à Deux aims for, blending the haunting chaos of a psychopath’s mind with the dazzling, often illusory world of song and dance. Picture the chilling detachment of Patrick Bateman, but instead of Wall…
As the spooky season approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore some engaging books that capture the spirit of this time. HarperCollins Children’s Books has released a fantastic selection of Halloween must-reads that are sure to entertain and inspire young readers. Here’s a round-up of some must-reads for families these ghostly festivities.
1. Paddington’s Trick or Treat
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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!
The Story
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…
Paws for Thought – Life Through a Dog’s Eyes by Elaine Jacques is a must-read for every dog lover because it belongs to the type of stories that gives an entertaining insight into a dog’s life as seen by Monty The Border Collie.
A charming tale for all fans of our canine four-legged friends, Paws for Thought – Life Through a Dog’s Eyes charms young and less young…
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 this…
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 movies…