@VictoriousFest
continues to deliver year on year and I can't recommend it enough. This year's lineup was no exception, a brilliant mix of big names and on-the-up acts. Where else do you go from Sugababes to Pixies? Full thoughts for
@ClashMagazine
.
Public service announcement two Best Picture nominees Poor Things (Disney +) and American Fiction (Amazon) are now streaming ahead of tomorrow's Oscars if you haven't seen either yet both are great.
Newsflash the delightful Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret is free on Amazon Prime at the moment. If you've not seen it is well worth a watch and still one of my faves of the year.
Oppenheimer was one of the most visceral Cinema experiences I've had and easily one of Nolan's finest with an astounding set of performances especially from Murphy, Downey Jr, Damon and Blunt. Not to be missed.
While Indy is getting mixed reviews, saying Mangold isn't Spielberg does him an incredible disservice, he's made some of the most well loved blockbusters of the past 3 decades and shown he can mix with arthouse.
Pinnochio is a marvel on all fronts, another masterpiece from
@RealGDT
and all involved, heartfelt and impeccably animated. Full review to follow for
@filmhoundsmag
And with Poor Things that is a wrap on my
#LFF
for this year. Pleasure to see so many familiar faces and meet new ones, another memorable edition for sure. Until next time.
The embargo for Slow Horses season 4 is now up and I can say it's another triumphant dive into Mick Herron's world delivering everything fans would want. Will be doing a fair few more bits around the show. Full series review for
@screensphere
.
It's disheartening to be trying a few publications, some of which I've written for already and get absolutely nothing back at all. Some kind of rejection or recognition would be nice not just a big fat 0. I know quite a few writers are having issues with the same titles.
Well
#theacolyte
is a wonderful addition to the Star Wars universe, the central mystery is compelling and there are some terrific new characters, worlds and performances. Can't wait for more!! Reviewing for
@flickeringmyth
. Also lovely to meet
@clx1re
.
@DisneyPlusUK
@StarWarsUK
.
First part of my interview with the Rebus series author
@Beathhigh
& screenwriter Gregory Burke is live in
@RadioTimes
with more to follow later this week. Also features more of my chat with the cast including
@LucieShorthouse
.
Very happy to share my interview with the incredible Alexandre Desplat in my debut for
@whynowworld
. Learned a great deal about his process and some specifics about Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchio. Huge thanks to
@marialattila
for the opportunity.
Believe the hype around Anatomy of a Fall. It's a meticulous piece of work worthy of the awards its in the mix for. Sandra Hüller is phenomenal. Full review for
@flickeringmyth
.
Back on
@AppleTV
this week. Slow Horses' 3rd season continues the show's momentum and sets it up to be another exhilarating ride. Will be covering weekly for
@flickeringmyth
. So far an excellent adaptation of Real Tigers.
@BFloodlights
For me Mr Brightside which fits the overplayed one for sure. Problem with a lot of these bands biggest songs is they get played to death, ditto Last Nite and Seven Nation Army.
All of Us Strangers is an absolute knockout for
@Film4Production
one of the best of the year and
#LFF
. It has a real haunting beauty to it and is a gorgeous reflection on grief and sexuality. The full 5* for
@flickeringmyth
.
First interview of the year was with now BAFTA-nominated
@sonlux
to discuss the score for Everything Everywhere All At Once and working with David Byrne & Randy Newman. For
@flickeringmyth
. Congrats on the nomination guys !!
My latest for
@Metro_Ents
on what The Last of Us might mean for the future of game adaptations, especially planned adaptations of God of War and Assassins Creed.
My interview with
@bearmccreary
for
@RadioTimes
about the Rings of Power score is now live. Had an amazing chat about the evolution or the score and how it compares to Howard Shores for the films.
Still can't quite believe I got to speak to the Kiners about their work on Ahsoka, Rebels, Clone Wars and more, a truly delightful chat. For
@RadioTimes
. Thanks to
@LouGriffinn
as ever.
Perfect Days is an absolute delight of a film from Wim Wenders. Wonderfully acted and shows a love for Ozu and Japanese Cinema. Full thoughts for
@flickeringmyth
.
The Acolyte is out tomorrow and it's an exciting new entry into the Star Wars universe. So far my favourites are Dafne Keen and Lee Jung-jae. excited to explore more new worlds.. Here's my review of the first 2 eps for
@flickeringmyth
.
"The Killer is a welcome return to the Thriller and Noir genres that helped make David Fincher a household name..."
#TheKiller
is directed by David Fincher and stars Michael Fassbender.
Read
@chrisconnor96
's ★★★★ review now:
Absolutely delighted to share my debut for
@NME
chatting with Dave Porter about the sonic landscape of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul.
Thanks to
@rhian__
and
@aflood63
for the edits and opportunity.
A review of one of my absolute favourites from
#LFF
The Holdovers which will be a future festive classic and is for my money his finest since Sideways. Giamatti is superb and will be in awards conversations with Da'Vine Joy Randolph. For
@The_Upcoming
.
If anyone wants to catch on some Glastonbury sets on
@BBCiPlayer
I'd reccomend Sparks, Queens of The Stone Age, Gabriels, War On Drugs, Maggie Rogers, The Big Moon, Teskey Brothers, Weyes Blood, Ezra Collective and Young Fathers.
Had a damn good time with Poor Things minus a couple of small gripes. Emma Stone is mesmeric and the whole cast is clearly having a blast. 4* for
@flickeringmyth
.
Ahsoka lives up to the hype and then some, some great transitions from animation to live action and world building and some of the best action in any of the Disney + series to date. My thoughts for
@flickeringmyth
Can't believe I had a chat with the great Nicholas Britell, gleaning insight into the sounds behind Andor, Carmen and Succession. One of my favourite interviews to date for
@flickeringmyth
.
Asteroid City isn't what you'd expect going into it and has some unexpected depth mixed in with its cascade of colours and cameos. It uses its cast far better than French Dispatch and the runtime races by. Well worth checking out next week.
Aftersun is out now and its comfortably in my top 5 of the year just an absolute miracle of a film. Do go see it. My review from LFF for
@flickeringmyth
.
Gran Turismo makes the most of telling a human story rather than simply a game adaptation but there is some questionable acting, editing and more across the board. David Harbour is fantastic and there are some great nods to the game but it feels like a missed opportunity.
My taste defined in
4 SHOWS
-The Trip
- The Sopranos
- Life on Mars
- Peep Show
4 MOVIES
-The Apartment
- Cinema Paradiso
- Fargo
- Stand By Me
4 artists
-Bruce Springsteen
-Miles Davis
- Talking Heads
- The Kinks
My taste defined in
4 SHOWS
-Doctor Who
-Succession
- House Of Cards
- Deadwood
4 MOVIES
-The King Of Comedy
- Empire strikes back
-Fantastic Mr Fox
- Inception
4 artists
-Queen
-Rolling Stones
-The Beatles
- David Bowie
Delighted to share my latest for Radio Times on Doctor Who and how its handled the Sontarans in the modern series. 11 year old me would not have believed I'd have written a Who piece for them.
House of The Dragon returns on Monday, here are my thoughts for
@flickeringmyth
, will be covering weekly. Very strong start to its sophomore season from what I've seen.
After a few weeks feeling a bit stressed about writing, I'm really happy with how things are shaping up and eternally grateful I get to write for some of my favourite publications about areas I'm passionate about. Worth sometimes taking a step back to recharge and enjoy yourself.
Had a great chat with the great Jerskin Fendrix, now an Oscar nominee about moving to film music and his exceptional score for Poor Things. For
@flickeringmyth
.
So looks like we're getting some kind of London SXSW announcement tomorrow. Not sure the city needs another major festival but I'm intrigued by what this will look like.
Awful lot to unpick from Babylon. 3hrs 10 of pure madness with lots to enjoy, not all landed for me but still a riot often enough. Full review to follow for
@flickeringmyth
Reviewed the new
@itspetergabriel
album for
@stereoboard
(first review for them). It's a triumphant record that's been in the works for many years but lives up to the hype and shows's he's still streets ahead. Out today do give it a listen.
@tomchaplin
's new album is absolutely lovely and a really good advert for him as a songwriter. My thoughts for
@Gigwise
. Should please
@keaneofficial
fans.
Still in awe of
@TheNational
's show in Crystal Palace on Friday. Exceptional live act and a real privilege to cover for
@ClashMagazine
. Great support set from
@UMO
too.
I would definitely love to spend some time at a beach, drinking spicy margaritas and making bad decisions with Emily Blunt. It's not perfect but The Fall Guy is a rollicking good time. Good to see Gosling back in Nice Guys mode. We need that Oscar for stunts now!!
Managed to land one of my biggest comissions to date for a very exciting show based on one of my favourite book series. Will be able to share more soon.
Had the absolute privilege of speaking with
@PhilipBarantini
just before Christmas about his tremendous film Boiling Point which is an absolute must see. Was one of my favourites at LFF.
This is absolutely one of the best things I've read in a while. Intrigued by the planned film version, perhaps it might work better as a miniseries as its quite expansive.
I'm not always completely onboard with Yorgos but was very much into
@kindnessfilm
. Jesse Plemmons is absolutely dynamite doing some of his best work to date. Thanks to
@SearchlightUK
for the invite, review to follow for
@MovieMarker
.
#kindsofkindness