Peter Jackson on the Lord Of The Rings 4K remastering
by Simon Brew | Dec 02, 2020 | News
The difficulties of getting a consistent look for The Lord Of The Rings and The Hobbit 4K remasters are explored in a new video....
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Robin’s Wish: trailer for new Robin Williams documentary
by Simon Brew | Dec 02, 2020 | News
Documentary feature Robin's Wish will arrive in the UK in January 2021 - here's the trailer and a bit more information about the film....
National Theatre launches paid streaming service
by Simon Brew | Dec 01, 2020 | News
You can now watch National Theatre streaming productions from the comfort of your own home, in exchange for a subscription fee....
Help bring Kate & Jake to life
by Simon Brew | Dec 01, 2020 | News
A new movie set in Liverpool needs £5000 of crowdfunding to get off the ground - and here's how you can get involved....
The Witches getting DVD and Blu-ray release in December
by Simon Brew | Dec 01, 2020 | News
Robert Zemeckis' film of The Witches missed out on a cinema release, but will be heading to disc in time for Christmas it's been confirmed....
The Shows Must Go On: full production of award-winning play Red now streaming
by Simon Brew | Dec 01, 2020 | News
You've only got 48 hours if you want to catch Alfred Molina and Alfred Enoch in the award-winning Red, entirely free of charge....
The battle to convince Michael Bay to make Pearl Harbor
by Simon Brew | Dec 01, 2020 | Feature, News
Disney had a panic when it looked like Michael Bay was off to make the film Phone Booth - and it needed a new project for him, and quickly....
Exclusive: Mark Kermode’s Secrets Of Cinema new series details
by Simon Brew | Nov 30, 2020 | News
Here are the exclusive details, as Mark Kermode's Secrets Of Cinema gets set for a new series, with filming starting this week....
John Williams, Ennio Morricone concerts get Blu-ray releases
by Simon Brew | Nov 30, 2020 | News
Two upcoming Blu-ray releases promise to be of real interest to fans of film scores - more details right this way....
Podcast: GoldenEye (1995) and The Commitments (1991)
by Simon Brew | Nov 30, 2020 | Podcasts
In the new episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, the return of James Bond after six years away, and a much-loved musical movie....
Doctor Who: first trailer for Revolution Of The Daleks
by Simon Brew | Nov 30, 2020 | News
The Daleks return this Christmas to Doctor Who - here's the trailer for Revolution of The Daleks to prove it....
The Glass Man trailer: Andy Nyman and Neve Campbell star
by Simon Brew | Nov 27, 2020 | News
After spending way too long stuck in limbo, the acclaimed thriller The Glass Man is finally getting a release in December - here's the trailer....
The Shows Must Go On: watch An American In Paris for free
by Simon Brew | Nov 27, 2020 | News
This weekend, watch a full stage musical production of An American In Paris absolutely free - but you only have 48 hours to do so....
Film Stories issue 21 (December 2020): full details and order your copy here
by Simon Brew | Nov 27, 2020 | Feature, News
The final issue of Film Stories this year is nearly with us - here's what's in the latest issue of the UK's slightly different film magazine....
2012 is getting an Ultra HD 4K Blu-ray release in the UK
by Simon Brew | Nov 26, 2020 | News
Roland Emmerich's blockbuster disaster movie 2012 is heading to 4K Ultra HD disc in the UK in January, it's been revealed....
Boxing Day: UK’s first Christmas romcom with an all-black cast starts filming
by Simon Brew | Nov 26, 2020 | News
Aml Ameen makes his directorial debut with a brand new Christmas film, Boxing Day, that's now started filming in the UK....
Ultra HD 4K Blu-ray Black Friday deals
by Simon Brew | Nov 26, 2020 | News
Looking for some decent deals on Ultra HD 4K Blu-ray disc releases? We've rounded up a few for you right here....
Starburst magazine goes on hold until April
by Simon Brew | Nov 25, 2020 | News
The brilliant Starburst magazine could really use your support right now - a few more details here....
Finding Jack Charlton review: a fitting tribute
by Simon Brew | Nov 25, 2020 | News, Reviews
The life and work of Jack Charlton is remembered in the documentary Finding Jack Charlton - here's our review....
Criterion confirms its February 2021 UK releases
by Simon Brew | Nov 25, 2020 | News
Charade, The Grand Budapest Hotel and The Ascent are all getting very special Blu-ray releases next February - details here....
The Shows Must Go On: Shakespeare special
by Simon Brew | Nov 25, 2020 | News
Stephen Fry, Sir Patrick Stewart, David Tennant and dozens more people tackle the sonnets of Shakespeare - and you can watch for free....
The Airport movies are getting a Blu-ray box set
by Simon Brew | Nov 25, 2020 | News
The four Airport disaster movies of the 1970s are heading to Blu-ray in January in the UK - more details right this way....
Cinemas in England can open from December 2nd – with some exceptions
by Simon Brew | Nov 24, 2020 | News
English cinemas will be able to open their doors again from early December - but only if they sit outside of 'tier 3' areas of the country....
Cineworld secures financial lifeline as it fights to stay open
by Simon Brew | Nov 24, 2020 | News
Cineworld was on the verge of having to close down some of its multiplexes - but a package of new financial arrangements is keeping it going....
Demolition Man: how Nigel Hawthorne hated making the film
by Simon Brew | Nov 24, 2020 | Feature, News
Nigel Hawthorne wrote of his experience making Demolition Man opposite Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes - and it'd be fair to say he wasn't a fan....
Want your favourite TV theme tune/movie song performed with Makaton signing?
by Simon Brew | Nov 24, 2020 | News
A new non-profit company is willing to perform your favourite movie and TV songs - with Makaton signing! More details here....
Blithe Spirit: trailer, Sky buys the film
by Simon Brew | Nov 24, 2020 | News
A new take on the classic Noel Coward comedy is coming, and here's the trailer for Blithe Spirit - it's now arriving next year....
Disney+’s adult service looks to be coming to life
by Simon Brew | Nov 23, 2020 | News
A more mature version of Disney+ looks like it's happening, with a formal announcement expected next month - details here....
Predator 5 is in the works, director hired
by Simon Brew | Nov 23, 2020 | News
Another reboot of the Predator franchise is on the cards, this time with the director of 10 Cloverfield Lane on board....
Deadpool 3 is back on, writers hired
by Simon Brew | Nov 23, 2020 | News
Ryan Reynolds will return as Deadpool, as Disney finally gets things moving on a third film in the series....
Paul Verhoeven’s Black Book heads to Blu-ray in January
by Simon Brew | Nov 23, 2020 | News
Paul Verhoeven's Black Book is heading back to the Blu-ray format in the UK in early 2021, with a fair collection of extra features too....
Podcast: Planes Trains & Automobiles (1987) and Crank (2006)
by Simon Brew | Nov 23, 2020 | Podcasts
In the new episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, a comedy whose first cut was three times as long, and an action movie shot very much on the...
