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The Way, My Way
… even if it touches on a lot of familiar ideas, the overall depiction of mindfulness and the exertion that
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Here we go again; human-like apes (yes, brilliant special effects) riding horses and banging on about how even the post-apocalyptic civilisation that they have inherited is going to rack and ruin. Director Wes Ball’s anticipated blockbuster comes with plenty of hype. The original kernel of this series was smart. The
Sea of Thieves
… a polished, exciting and engaging multiplayer adventure for those with a yearning for a very specific type of game, one full of friction and oddly complex mechanics.
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out + Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid
Rascal Does Not Dream… is a slice-of-life anime that doubles as a beginner’s guide to quantum mechanics. Starting out like a less murder-y version of Buffy The Vampire Slayer’s ‘Out Of Mind, Out Of Sight’, its approach to externalising the phenomena associated with puberty banks on deadpan quirky and mildly
Stellar Blade
The story and voice acting are both disappointing, but in terms of visual spectacle and engaging gameplay, this is one of 2024’s most pleasant surprises.
The Idea of You
The story itself has all the makings of a fun and forgettable fling, but the authenticity that Hathaway brings to her portrayal, along with the compelling sweetness of Galitzine’s Hayes, lends a layer of realness to it all that balances the more outlandish plot.
Boy Kills World
… a colourful, funny and splattery action flick that will likely appeal to a certain kind of viewer (read: stoners and/or 14-year-old boys) and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that.
The Taste of Things
A genuine delight for the senses, director Tran Anh Hung delivers a sumptuous love story spanning 20 years, a sweet and heartfelt romance that provides the backdrop for an elegant celebration of food.