The Testament of Ann Lee (3*): The Movers and Shakers of 18th Century Religion.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “The Testament of Ann Lee” (From the 2025 London Film Festival). (2025, 3*, 15). “The Testament of Ann Lee” is out in UK cinemas today. So I am reposting my review of the film from the London Film Festival. This review was first published on October 12th 2025. ======= … Read more

The Housemaid (4*): Paul Feig’s Entertaining Throwback To The Thrillers Of The 90’s.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “The Housemaid” (2025, 4*, 15). Hats off to my film reviewing colleague the Reverend Andy Godfrey for pointing out that “The Housemaid” is indeed a throwback to those sort of psychological thrillers that they used to make in abundance in the late 80’s and early 90’s. “Single White Female”, … Read more

Mank (12A): divines for Oscar Gold in a sea of Pyrites.

Orson Welles (Tom Burke) in black jacket and wide brimmed hat

A One Mann’s Movies review of Mank – a delicious slice of vintage 40’s Hollywood recreated around the writing of Citizen Kane. It’s a cerebral triumph from David Fincher and glorious to look at. Recommended. 4.5/5.

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (PG): I had a dream.  A sob.  A sing.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” (2018). Bob the Movie Man’s Movie Rating: Certification: UK: PG; US: PG-13. You remember in “Aliens” when Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) fought through hell and high water against that “bitch” to protect the youngster Newt (Carrie Henn)?  And then how betrayed you felt in that emotional … Read more

One Mann’s Movies Film Review: Ted 2 (2015)

“Ted” divided most audiences: some loved it; some hated it; with few holding a middle ground. “Ted 2” is much of the same style of humour, so if easily offended best skip this one. The film starts with Ted marrying his sweetheart and supermarket co-worker Tami-Lynn (Jessica Barth), whilst John (Mark Wahlberg)’s relationship with Lori … Read more