Film Stories

Auli’i Cravalho will not reprise her role in live action remake of Moana

by Jake Godfrey | May 23, 2023 | News

As Disney prepares to remake Moana in live-action, Auli’i Cravalho reveals she won’t be part of the project. W...

The lost C64 version of Total Recall has been discovered

by Lewis Packwood | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, News

A 23-year search for the original version of Ocean's Commodore 64 game has finally borne fruit.

Cadence of Hyrule developer reportedly lays off half of its staff

by Lewis Packwood | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, News

Brace Yourself Games, the studio behind Crypt of the NecroDancer and Cadence of Hyrule, has cut staff and cancelled upcoming projects.

Planet of Lana review | A cinematic masterpiece

by Ryan Lambie | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, Reviews

Planet of Lana weaves a heartfelt sci-fi fable through stunning visuals and beautiful music. Here’s our review of a superb platformer.

Pac-Man | Inside Lego's £230 arcade set

by Ryan Lambie | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, News

Pac-Man Arcade is the latest retro-themed set from Lego. Designer Sven Franic has talked about its ingenious mechanical maze.

Overwatch 2 | director reflects on cancelled PvE Hero Mode

by Ryan Lambie | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, News

Overwatch 2 director Aaron Keller has written in more detail about the decision to cancel the game's much-anticipated PvE Hero Mode.

Alan Wake 2 | Actor blurts out potential October release

by Ryan Lambie | May 22, 2023 | Gaming, News

Alan Wake 2 "out in October" says series voice actor Matthew Porretta. Remedy has yet to officially announce a release date.

Human Killing Machine | The Street Fighter II that time forgot

by Ryan Lambie | May 22, 2023 | Feature, Gaming

Two years before Capcom changed the fighting genre with Street Fighter II, a British team made a sequel of its own. We talk to Leigh Christian, the artist behind Human Killing Machine.

Todd Haynes talks up next project, will star Joaquin Phoenix

by Dan Cooper | May 22, 2023 | News

Director Todd Haynes has been talking up his next project whilst premiering his current film at Cannes....

AI set to re-dub foreign films through deepfake technology

by Dan Cooper | May 22, 2023 | News

An exciting prospect is on the horizon for fans of world cinema, but ethical AI questions are also being raised. ...

Jonathan Glazer talks about his long-awaited new film, The Zone Of Interest

by Dan Cooper | May 22, 2023 | News

The Zone Of Interest marks Jonathan Glazer's first film in almost a decade, and anticipation is at a high following a successful premiere at...

Sung Kang makes directorial debut with horror comedy Shaky Shivers

by Jake Godfrey | May 22, 2023 | News

Sung Kang makes his directorial debut with horror comedy Shaky Shivers, and here are the details....

Jurassic Park getting a special 30th anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release

by Simon Brew | May 22, 2023 | News

If you don't already own a copy of Jurassic Park, then here's a new collector's edition of the 1993 film that's heading to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray....

Barry Keoghan exits Gladiator 2, further cast confirmed

by Jake Godfrey | May 22, 2023 | News

The cast of Gladiator 2 is coming together, but a late replacement is required, as Barry Keoghan exits the film....

Disney, the Disney+ movies and TV show purge, and who remembers physical media?

by Simon Brew | May 22, 2023 | Feature

Disney+ is removing Disney-made productions, and there's not even Disney physical media as any kind of back-up. A few thoughts on the state of the...

Podcast: Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) and Cocaine Bear (2023)

by Simon Brew | May 22, 2023 | Podcasts

In this episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, the continued attempt to find box office life in the Terminator films, and a modestly-priced movie...

Lost Skies | the next game from the makers of I Am Bread and Worlds Adrift

by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | Gaming, News

Lost Skies is billed as an open-world adventure for up to six players. It's coming up next from I Am Bread and Worlds Adrift's Bossa Games.

Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game smashes Kickstarter goal

by Lewis Packwood | May 19, 2023 | Gaming, News

The new Monster Hunter board game from Steamforged has raised more than £680,000 within 24 hours.

Tiny Thor | Norse-themed retro platformer out in June

by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | Gaming, News

Tiny Thor, a platformer with stunning sprites by Xeno Crisis and Shantae pixel artist Henk Nieborg, is out on 5 June.

The Wonderful 101: Remastered gets new DLC three years after launch

by Lewis Packwood | May 19, 2023 | Gaming, News

Part 1 of the DLC promised in the Kickstarter campaign for The Wonderful 101: Remastered finally arrives, with part 2 due next week.

Yes, gaming’s more accessible, but there's still work to be done

by Vikki Blake | May 19, 2023 | Feature, Gaming, Opinions

We mark Global Accessibility Awareness Day with the hope that the best is yet to come.

Slayers X | Hypnospace Outlaw spin-off is out in June

by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | Gaming, News

Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengeance of the Slayer - a first-person shooter spin-off from Hypnospace Outlaw - is out on 1 June.

Disney takes over 40 shows and films off Disney+ as part of cost-cutting drive

by Simon Brew | May 19, 2023 | News

Jeff Goldblum, Willow, Turner & Hooch and Y are amongst those to get the chop from Disney+, as the service starts to get streamlined....

How Fast X director Louis Leterrier helped save Alien: Resurrection

by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | News

Exclusive: how a moment on the set of Alien: Resurrection dug the film out of a problem, and turned Louis Leterrier's career....

Louis Leterrier interview | Fast X, Jason Momoa, and Alien: Resurrection

by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | Feature

Fast X director Louis Leterrier talks exclusively to us about replacing Justin Lin as director, the influence of French cinema on action movies, and how he saved Alien: Resurrection.