Film

There are few genres that elicit the same passion and inspiration as sports biopics in the world of filmmaking. These films take us beyond the scoreboard, delving deeper into the lives of legendary athletes and the very real-world trials…

I love mystery shows, and I love improv comedy. Bringing the two together though - that’s a tricky proposition. Mysteries are generally highly scripted affairs, where you start with the end and work backwards laying clues for the viewer.…

Wall-E has always been considered a Pixar masterpiece. It is a tale of fun and discovery, one of entertainment and exploration. Yet similarly to many other Pixar films, it has a deeper message, in this case a study into the problems of…

Released in 2013, Monsters University has managed to capture the hearts of many through its strong thematic storytelling and ability to adapt and tell a fresh take on a beloved animated world. As it reaches its tenth anniversary, we take a…

What makes Who Framed Roger Rabbit? so good? Is it the acting? Is it the animation? Is it the cameos of our favourite cartoon characters? Is it all of this and more? Let’s take a look at why this film, 35 years on, is so fondly remembered.…

Part of the Disney Renaissance saw the release of Mulan in 1998: a gorgeous animated film that told the tale of a woman heading into battle against the Huns in a time of war in China. Featuring the voice talents of Ming-Na Wen and Eddie…

Imagine, if you will, a film delayed so often that putting together an exact timeline of its production, is almost as difficult as watching the final product. A film whose existence is a questionable exercise in the capitalist nightmare…

The vast majority of us don’t fully realize the impact that film has on our lives. Not only does it provide a significant portion of many people’s weekly entertainment, but it also profoundly influences our unconscious biases and belief…

Have you ever walked into a shop, just to kill time, and then walk out before a thought stops you in your tracks: “I should buy something so that they don’t think I’m stealing!”. An irrationally strange thought that befalls us all and the…

Kung Fu Panda tells the tale of Po (Jack Black), the dragon warrior, an overweight panda from China who wants nothing more than to study kung fu. It is a comedic ride full of gorgeous animation, comedy and drama, allowing all ages to gain…