A One Mann’s Movies review of “Beast” (2022). Idris Elba really doesn’t have much luck with me with his feature films. I think he’s a wonderful actor… but some of his movie vehicles really stink. And “Beast” (not to be confused with the 2017 Jessie Buckley / Johnny Flynn offering) is another one. Bob the … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Mr Malcolm’s List” (2022). The second of my double bill from yesterday, “Mr Malcolm’s List” is a period drama set in the early 1800’s that draws significantly from classic works such as “Pride and Prejudice” and “Emma”. Bob the Movie Man Rating(s): Plot Summary: Spurned in love by the … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Fall” (2022). Having been on holiday, I now have some catching up to do! “Fall” is the first of a double bill I saw yesterday. Occasionally there’s a low budget movie (in this case, just $3 million) that does something novel and original and hits a nerve with audiences. … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Nope” (2022). As I’ve probably revealed before, Spielberg’s “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” (the original cut) is my personal favourite film of all time. Perfectly blending drama, mystery and special effects to create a compelling and breathtaking story. I was also impressed by Jordan Peele’s “Get Out“. So … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “DC League of Super-Pets” (2022). After seeing lots of so-so reviews of the “DC League of Super-Pets”, I had very low expectations. I was one of six who went to see this: myself, the illustrious Mrs Movie Man, my son and three of my grandkids (7, 5 and 2). … Read more