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GRIMFEST PREVIEW SCREENING

SILENT NIGHT DEADLY NIGHT Catch this new take on the xmas classic before anyone else! Screening 7.30pm on the evening …

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GOOD BOY

Not since Lassie or Rin Tin Tin, has a dog captured our imagination the way Good Boy has. The film, …

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Odyssey

A cutthroat real estate agent takes a spectacular fall from the corporate ladder when her loan-sharks call in their debts. …

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The Running Man: Edgar Wright’s Slick, Brutal, Crowd-Pleaser of a Dystopia

In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show on television—a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, …

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PREDATOR: BADLANDS CLAIMS NUMBER ONE AT UK & IRELAND BOX OFFICE

Set in the future on a deadly remote planet, “Badlands” follows a young Predator outcast (played by newcomer Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) who finds an unlikely …

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20th Century Studios Drops First Teaser Trailer and Poster for The Devil Wears Prada 2

The iconic fashion-world saga returns to cinemas on May 1, 2026 Fashion fans, gird your loins — it’s officially happening. …

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Shakira Shines in New “Zoo” Music Video from Zootropolis 2

The brand-new music video for “Zoo”—the original song from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming Zootropolis 2—has officially dropped, showcasing Shakira …

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The Quiet Ascent of Ankit Raj Kashyap — and Why Hollywood Is Watching

How a self-made journey from Jalandhar to Mumbai is now reaching global audiences Every once in a while, a story …

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Dragonfly: Paul Andrew Williams on Love, Loneliness, and Loyalty

Brenda Blethyn and Andrea Riseborough deliver two of the year’s most moving performances in Dragonfly, a powerful new drama from …

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Horror Movies: What’s Making Us Scream (and Why We Love It)

Remember when horror movies were all about masked killers and haunted houses? Well, hold onto your popcorn, because the world …

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Bolton Film Festival 2025: Online Edition Opens for Global Audiences

Missed the in-person screenings? Don’t worry, you can still watch the films online.The Bolton International Film Festival 2025 is now …

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GRIMMFEST 2025

9-12 October, Odeon Great Northern, Manchester UK. The 2025 edition of Grimmfest is set to bring four nights of horror, …

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Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein

Guillermo del Toro has spent his career redefining what monsters mean on screen. From Pan’s Labyrinth to The Shape of …

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Brides: Friendship, Representation and Telling Untold Stories

British theatre powerhouse Nadia Fall, Artistic Director of the Young Vic, makes her feature film debut with Bride: a bold and empathetic …

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The Long Walk

Adapting Stephen King is never simple. For every iconic film (The Shining, It), there are others that fail to capture …

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Busan International Film Festival 2025

The Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025 is set to mark a new era with the launch of its Competition …

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I Live Here Now : A Conversation with Executive Producer Floriane Andersen

The multi-talented and charming Floriane Andersen began her career as an actress, performing in France and touring the UK with Shakespeare productions. Alongside …

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Don’t Cry For Me: Evita’s Spectacular Swan Song at the London Palladium

Rachel Zegler Delivers Career-Defining Performance in Final Days of West End Run. London’s theatre district is buzzing with anticipation as …

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La Grazia opening the 82nd Venice Film Festival

La Grazia, written and directed by Paolo Sorrentino starring Toni Servillo is the opening film, in a world premiere in …

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Venezia 82 Competition Lineup: From Le Mage du Kremlin to La Grazia

The 82nd Venice International Film Festival presents a powerful Competition lineup. Political thrillers, intimate dramas, epic adaptations, and visionary works …

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Brides – Nadia Fall Brings Urgent, Humanising Story of Radicalisation

Cast: Ebada Hassan, Safiyya Ingar Directed by Nadia Fall. Nadia Fall’s Brides arrives at the Edinburgh International Film Festival as …

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The Conjuring: Last Rites

From New Line Cinema comes the ninth entry in the more than $2 billion theatrical Conjuring universe, The Conjuring: Last …

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Love Me, Hold Me, Always – A Raw, Compassionate Portrait of Life on the Margins

Forced into homelessness after her release from prison, Chrissie searches for love and connection in places where neither is freely …

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Mortician: EIFF WINNER 2025

Mortician, a quietly powerful Canadian feature made with nothing more than an iPhone and a handful of committed performers has …

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I Live Here Now: Julie Pacino’s Visceral Exploration of Memory and Survival

Currently screening as part of the Midnight Madness strand at the 2025 Edinburgh International Film Festival, I Live Here Now …

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SCREENINGS TODAY EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Film, pick of the day – Misper Cameo Filmhouse Hawthornden Vue

Misper: An Unmissable Debut Feature

Amid the dynamic features at this year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF), Misper stands out as a bold and affecting …

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Best Boy – Dark, Funny and Unexpectedly Moving: One to Watch at EIFF 2025

Every year, there’s one film at the Edinburgh International Film Festival that people start talking about as soon as the …

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Dragonfly – A Powerful, Unsettling Love Story

Not all love stories are gentle. Paul Andrew Williams returns to the Edinburgh International Film Festival with what may be …

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EIFF 2025 Competition Shorts

The EIFF 2025 Competition Shorts programme has quickly become one of the most popular sections of this year’s Edinburgh International …

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Animation Highlights at EIFF 2025: Renée Zellweger’s Directorial Debut and Other Standout Shorts

Renée Zellweger’s directorial debut made a memorable impact at this year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival. Her nine-minute animated short They …

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Finding Magic in the Ordinary: Grow Shines at EIFF 2025

One of the most enjoyable surprises at this year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival was Grow, a new family feature from …

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ISLANDS: A Haunting Portrait of Escape, Desire and Disconnection

One of the most intriguing features to screen at EIFF 2025 was ISLANDS, an atmospheric drama from director Jan-Ole Gerster. …

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Sean Connery James Bond: Experience 007 Like Never Before

James Bond fans, this is your mission. The Sean Connery Foundation presents Sacred Bonds, a spectacular 4K film festival celebrating …

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Weapons

When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, …

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Must see NOW at the cinema

If you haven’t been for a while or go every week but have missed these recent releases – here are …

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Edinburgh International Film Festival

One of the best festivals in the world begins on the 14th August to the 20th. A festival that is …

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SUPERMAN REVIEW

What a fantastic ride. Straight into the action! I admit that I don’t enjoy forty minutes of build up in …

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Rachel Zegler – EVITA

Rachel Zegler, currently making her West End debut as ‘Eva Perón’ in Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita at …

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SUPERMAN

The man of steel arrives, in one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year. The upcoming Superman movie, …

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A CURSED MAN

We don’t normally cover documentaries on Movie Central but now that we have a wider field with our new launch …

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Blockbuster season early!

Simply can’t miss Tom Cruise’s final Mission Impossible. Now available at screens all over the country. Do you need to …

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Golden Globes and Variety Celebrate Global Talent at Cannes 2025

The Golden Globes and Variety hosted a May 17 gathering during the 78th Cannes Film Festival, to honor artists whose …

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Final Destination Bloodlines

The newest chapter in New Line Cinema’s bloody successful franchise takes audiences back to the very beginning of Death’s twisted …

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SINNERS

The film delves into the complex history of Black America, using vampirism as a metaphor for racism and cultural appropriation. It …

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Superman is coming!

Okay not till July but he has a dog! Latest Full Trailer. If three is one thing that James Gunn …

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Cannes Film Festival 2025: Official Selections

The Cannes Film Festival 2025 has officially kicked off, showcasing an electrifying mix of international auteurs, fresh debuts, and cinematic …

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The opening of the 78th Festival de Cannes live in French cinemas

The Festival de Cannes upholds the silver screen. Therefore, in addition to taking place at the Palais des festivals, the opening …

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Nikki Glaser to Host the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards® on CBS – Airing Sunday, January 11, 2026

CBS and the Golden Globes® announced that the 83rd ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES®, the first major award show of the season, …

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Best Villains in Cinema

By Susanda Wolf. Here, we explore some of the most captivating and unforgettable villains in film—characters whose actions, philosophies, and …

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