Train Dreams Review (2025 BFI London Film Festival)
I let out a huge sigh as the credits rolled for Clint Bentley’s Train Dreams, one full of the contentment...
Film Festivals
Alongside our in-depth reviews from some of the world’s biggest film festivals, you’ll also find the latest film news, exclusive features, trailers, interviews, and everything in between. We cover festivals from across the globe, including the Glasgow Film Festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Fantasia International Film Festival, and FrightFest, bringing you the latest from the world of cinema all year round.
Human Resource Review (2025 BFI London Film Festival)
Flicking through the news or scrolling down your X feed feels like a descent into hell. The rise of fascism,...
Stiller and Meara: Nothing is Lost Review
Stiller and Meara: Nothing is Lost is a heartwarming documentary by an honest Ben Stiller that takes a closer look...
The Mastermind Review (Locarno Film Festival 2025)
Kelly Reichardt, a filmmaker long cherished by critics and loyal festival-goers alike, has developed something of a ritual: premiering her...
Roqia Review (Venice Film Festival 2025)
Fans of the genre would agree: horror films are at their best when they stay true to intention rather than...
213 Bones Review (Frightfest 2025)
The shadow of Scream looms large over the slasher genre. Not only did Wes Craven’s classic deliver a deconstructive, subversively...
Odyssey Review (Frightfest 2025)
Gerard Johnson's gritty urban thriller, Odyssey, amplifies the greed and ruthlessness of the London property market into a cacophony of...
Crushed Review (Frightfest 2025)
 Extremist drama Crushed sets evil perversions upon theistic resolve and pulverises the savaged remains with contemptuous irony. Wholesome pastor Father...
Redux Redux Review (Edinburgh/ FrightFest 2025)
High-concept Sci-Fi shocker blending narrative elements of The Terminator and Groundhog Day to entertaining effect. Irene is a grieving mother...
Blockhead Review (Frightfest 2025)
“If your soul isn’t up for grabs, then who cares what you write… what are you willing to risk?" FrightFest...
Misper Review (EIFF 2025)
Grief is an emotion we are all destined to encounter. It’s not a matter of if, but when. When will...
The Caretaker Review (FrightFest 2025)
One of the highlights of FrightFest every year is seeing what fresh new talents have to offer from behind the...
In A Cold Vein Review (Frightfest 2025)
Like some of the most striking films to play at Frightfest (Kill List, Oldboy, Pan’s Labyrinth), In A Cold Vein...
The Home Review (FrightFest 2025)
The Home is a film that oozes potential. With the creators of The Purge writing and directing the project, Pete Davidson...