Women Talking (15): A film that does exactly what it says on the can.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “Women Talking” (2023). Amongst the awards feature films, there’s a lot of overlap between the BAFTA nominations and the Oscar nominations. But one notable difference is the snub given by the BAFTAs to “Women Talking”: not a single nomination. At the Oscars, the film has fared better, with nominations … Read more

No Time to Die (12A): Premium Bond with Craig bowing out in emotional style.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “No Time to Die” (2021). Bob the Movie Man Rating: What a wait it’s been for Bond 25! But Daniel Craig’s last outing as Bond is finally here and I thought it was great! It has all the elements of Bond… but perhaps not as we traditionally know it. … Read more

The Personal History of David Copperfield (PG): A surprising departure by Iannucci.

A One Mann’s Movies review of The Personal History of David Copperfield (2020). Bob the Movie Man’s Rating: So, as a part of the latest lockdown, I’m trying to revisit some of the movies I missed at the cinema during 2020. And “The Personal History of David Copperfield” is a case in point, released in … Read more

Mary Poppins Returns (U): A valiant attempt to recreate a masterpiece.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “Mary Poppins Returns” (2018). Bob the Movie Man’s Movie Rating: Certification: UK: U; US: PG. How do you repaint a masterpiece: the Mona Lisa of children’s fantasy cinema?  Some would say “You shouldn’t try”. As I’ve said before, Mary Poppins was the first film I saw when it came out (or … Read more

Paddington 2 (PG): Bear faced brilliance.

A One Mann’s Movies review of “Paddington 2” (2017). Bob the Movie Man’s Movie Rating: Certification: UK: PG; US: PG. “Paddington 2” Review: I never went to see “Paddington 2” at the cinema when it came out. Well, it’s a kids film isn’t it?  And my grandkids I thought… well, they are probably a bit too young … Read more