Film Stories

Boiling Point, The Bear and drama in the kitchen

by A J Black | Oct 03, 2023 | Feature, TV

First a film, now a TV series, Boiling Point has a lot in common with the The Bear. We compare and contrast two taut, intense restaurant-based dramas.

The Complete And Utter History Of Britain | Series thought lost now found and streaming on Britbox

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 03, 2023 | News

Long thought lost or wiped, every episode of Michael Palin and Terry Jones' The Complete And Utter History Of Britain is now available to watch on...

Classic movies to watch at the BFI London Film Festival

by Sarah Cook | Oct 03, 2023 | Feature

At the annual London Film Festival, the BFI screens some exciting upcoming films - but there are also some treasures from the past being shown, too....

Hayao Miyazaki confirmed to be working on another new film

by Dan Cooper | Oct 03, 2023 | News

The legendary Studio Ghibli filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki is back at work on his next project - once again putting retirement talk to rest.

The Creator | Gareth Edwards rules out a sequel to his terrific sci-fi film

by Dan Cooper | Oct 03, 2023 | News

The director of the newly-released sci-fi thriller The Creator has explained why we won't see a sequel, even if the world demands one.

Netflix continues festival purchases, buys His Three Daughters

by Dan Cooper | Oct 03, 2023 | News

The streaming platform Netflix has bagged another well-received festival performer, His Three Daughters, as it continues to build a solid indie...

The Mystery Flesh Pit has reopened in Roblox

by Lewis Packwood | Oct 02, 2023 | Gaming, News

Once more you can explore the depths of The Mystery Flesh Pit, in yet another extension of this wonderfully macabre metanarrative.

Sony explains why Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic videos are being removed

by Lewis Packwood | Oct 02, 2023 | Gaming, News

Sony has blamed a music licensing issue for the removal of videos and posts on the remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic.

AI | Tom Hanks says he had “nothing to do with” a video of him selling a dental plan

by Maria Lattila | Oct 02, 2023 | News

Tom Hanks took to Instagram to warn his followers that it’s not really him selling them a dental plan in an AI-created video.

Hyenas preview | Could have been one of the best arena shooters of recent years

by Ignas Vieversys | Oct 02, 2023 | Feature, Gaming, Previews

Abruptly cancelled last week, Hyenas had the potential to be a great arena shooter. Here’s a beta tester’s preview of a game we’ll never get to play.

Spawn | New movie is coming in 2025 and Jason Blum 'stands by that'

by Dan Cooper | Oct 02, 2023 | News

The rhetoric around the long-gestating superhero film Spawn is definitely sounding more confident, after a long time in development hell.

Spider-Man | Sony's Silver Sable Marvel film seems to be no more

by Dan Cooper | Oct 02, 2023 | News

Silver Sable joins El Muerto as another Spider-Man spin-off project that has hit the skids at Sony.

Michael Caine to play Charles Darwin in his final film

by Dan Cooper | Oct 02, 2023 | News

At the age of 90, Michael Caine has confirmed that he's about to make his final film - and he's playing Charles Darwin.

Podcast: The Shape Of Water (2017) and A Monster Calls (2016)

by Simon Brew | Oct 02, 2023 | Podcasts

After an unscheduled week break (sorry!), the Film Stories podcast returns with the stories of two superb modern fantasy films - The Shape of Water and A Monster Calls.

The Toxic Avenger | Trailer released for Macon Blair's remake

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 02, 2023 | News

Macon Blair directs the new reimagining of The Toxic Avenger, and the first trailer for the film has been released.

AI: Robin Williams' daughter on attempts to recreate her dad’s voice

by Simon Brew | Oct 02, 2023 | News

Zelda Williams has been addressing the attempts by AI technology to recreate the voice of her late father, Robin Williams.

Alfred Hitchcock Classics Vol 3 coming to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in the UK

by Simon Brew | Oct 02, 2023 | News

Five more classic Alfred Hitchcock films are coming to the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format in the UK this November: more here.

Crossroads | Britney Spears film returning to cinemas worldwide in October

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 02, 2023 | News

Britney Spears' debut film Crossroads is heading back to cinemas in October to coincide with the release of her memoir The Woman In Me....

Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan | God, science, and the return of Noonien Singh

by A J Black | Oct 02, 2023 | Feature

Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan explored themes of playing god and rebirth as well as bringing back Khan Noonien Singh. AJ Black's series continues.

Priscilla review | Sofia Coppola’s latest film is an aching portrait of first love

by Maria Lattila | Sep 29, 2023 | Reviews

Director Sofia Coppola explores familiar themes with the true story of Priscilla and Elvis Presley’s love story. Read our Priscilla review.

The passionate fandom still backing BBC’s Merlin

by James Harvey | Sep 29, 2023 | Feature

It’s been 15 years since Merlin debuted on BBC One, but the show’s fanbase has never been larger. We took a look at why the show remains popular in...

Interview: Ken Loach, Paul Laverty and the cast chat The Old Oak

by Elizabeth Aubrey | Sep 29, 2023 | Feature

Beloved director Ken Loach has made potentially his last film with The Old Oak and we chat to him about making it.

Gaming Lobby | the latest episode of whynow's videogaming podcast is available now

by Ryan Lambie | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News, Podcasts

Gaming Lobby, whynow's very own podcast, has a new episode to listen to, and this time it's all about gaming snobbery...

Fair Play review | Chloe Domont’s feature debut is a sizzling workplace drama

by Maria Lattila | Sep 29, 2023 | Reviews

A couple’s relationship is put through the wringer after one of them gets a coveted promotion. Read our Fair Play review.

Taylor Swift scares Jason Blum to death, apparently

by Maria Lattila | Sep 29, 2023 | News

Jason Blum has been chatting about why Blumhouse's new film The Exorcist: Believer had to make way for Taylor Swift.

Van Gogh Museum Pokémon exhibition sparks stampede, price gouging

by Ryan Lambie | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News

Crowds have flocked to the Van Gogh Museum to get their hands on exclusive Pokémon merch; amid stampedes, special Pikachu cards are already selling for hundreds.