Klokkenluider is a Dutch word with two meanings: it refers to both a bell ringer and a whistleblower. This movie is about the latter. Directed by actor Neil Maskell, the film follows a couple (Sura Dohnke and Amit Shah) who have uncovered a government secret. Hiding out somewhere in Belgium, they await the arrival of a journalist (Jenna Coleman) to
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Before I start this review, I have to confess my love for Irish cinema, which may make me a little subjective about this movie. And now, the review begins! Directed by Rich Peppiatt, Kneecap is a semi-biographical film about a hip-hop trio from Belfast who exclusively rap in their native Irish language. As the language struggle continues in Northern Ireland,
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From the National Theatre of Scotland and alongside Sean Gilder, Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) will now share the stage with Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, Sherlock) at @sohoplace in the West End. Directed intimately in-the-round by Finn den Hertog, “The Fifth Step” is a bold, thought-provoking, and darkly humorous new play by David Ireland. Plot The movie is inspired by the 12 Steps
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Irish cinema continues to flourish each year. While some productions might not gain widespread recognition, an increasing number of Irish actors and actresses are making their mark as global A-list stars. This week, the Irish Film and Television Award (IFTA) nominations were announced, showcasing fierce competition in several categories. For instance, the Lead Actor in a TV Series category features
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This video truly took me back many years! The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) released a video celebrating The Sweet Hereafter (1997), directed by Atom Egoyan and led by Sarah Polley. Widely regarded as one of the most iconic Canadian films, The Sweet Hereafter is a haunting and poignant drama that examines the ripple effects of grief, guilt, and the
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Christmas spirit is in the air, and if you’re staying cozy at home while the snow falls outside, there’s no better way to embrace the holiday cheer than by watching a Christmas movie. There are literally thousands of choices. Last year, we put together an out-of-the-box list, and we’ve decided to make it a tradition by offering another set of
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Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott return to the BBC on December 16, with the release of a new trailer for the fifth season. This season is based on J.K. Rowling’s book The Ink Black Heart. In the story, Edie Ledwell, co-creator of the popular cartoon The Ink Black Heart, arrives at the detective agency urgently requesting to speak with Robin.
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“The Penguin Lessons” is a movie I have been eagerly waiting to see, and now that the trailer has been released, I feel this movie has something special to offer. Directed by The Full Monty‘s Peter Cattaneo and starring Steve Coogan in the lead role, the film tells the true story of Tom Michell and his time teaching English at
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Eerisome movies captivate us by weaving dread, tension, and haunting beauty into cinematic experiences that linger long after the credits roll. These films don’t rely on jump scares or explicit gore; instead, they creep into your psyche with their unsettling atmospheres and deeply disturbing themes. If you’re ready to step into the shadows, here are five eerisome films that will
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“Pixie” is a lesser-known film despite its star-studded cast. When I first saw the trailer, my initial impression was that it was simply “Alec Baldwin and the Irish.” But Pixie is more than that. Directed by Barnaby Thompson and starring Olivia Cooke, “Pixie” is a darkly comedic heist film set against the rugged landscape of Ireland. Cooke plays Pixie O’Brien,
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