“Lost” first aired in September 2018, and became a firm favourite through its tortuous (and sometimes very frustrating) six series. It’s the series that put J.J. Abrams on the mainstream stage. In rememberance of a great series, I’ve put a slideshow video together featuring my son George Mann played a medley (arranged expertly by Chris … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Lightyear” (2022). “Lightyear” tries to cash in on the “Toy Story” franchise without actually needing the vocal talent of Tom Hanks… or indeed Tim Allen! But we are a few parsecs here from Pixar at its best. One Mann’s Movies Rating(s): Plot Summary: After crash-landing on an alien planet, … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “The Batman” (2022). The first real blockbuster of 2022 arrives with a bang. Matt Reeves new take on the caped crusader – “The Batman” – is mean, moody and – in parts – magnificent. One Mann’s Movies Rating: Plot Summary: Millionaire recluse Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattinson) has spent two … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021). One Mann’s Movies Rating: Sorry for the long silence folks: a self-imposed Covid lockdown to protect Christmas has meant it’s been almost a month without cinema trips. There’s a lot to catch up on! Plot Summary: At the end of “Spider-Man: Far From Home” … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Black Widow” (2021). One Mann’s Movies Rating: A long time in the waiting (again) but “Black Widow” is an excellent addition to the Marvel canon: almost a “Rogue One” in the series, taking us back to fill in some gaps after “Captain America: Civil War”. It’s just great to … Read more