Film news: Pedro Pascal, Tom Cruise and more praise Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’
Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan’s new film, Sinners, was released to cinemas on April 18 and has quickly been regarded by many as one of the films of the year so far.
Starring the aforementioned Jordan, alongside Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O’Connell and Wunmi Mosaku, many celebrities have taken to social media to make their thoughts on the film clear.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews has been having a look at the widespread praise for Sinners.
Film news: Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman lead dazzling ensemble in ‘The Roses’
Searchlight Pictures’ The Roses teases a stellar ensemble in a twisted comedy.
A recently released trailer showcased Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman as a warring couple in what could be one of Autumn’s best releases.
Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson breaks down the trailer and amazing cast for The Roses.
James Bond betting tips: Who will be the next agent 007?
It’s been four years since Daniel Craig gave up his license to kill as James Bond.
A quiet period followed 2021’s No Time to Die, but Bond mania has ramped up since Amazon acquired creative control of the franchise this year.
With that in mind, Film News Blitz’s David Bason takes a look at the bookies’ favourites to succeed Craig as James Bond.
Star Wars news: Celebration Japan 2025 brings Ryan Gosling to a whole new galaxy
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 has officially come to a close, and it produced reams of sneak peeks and bombshells.
From Hayden Christensen returning, to Ryan Gosling’s first Star Wars role, 2026 onwards is an exciting time to be a fan of the saga.
Nevertheless, keeping track of all the announcements from the past few days is quite the task, so luckily Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to run you through it.
Film news: Iraq War veteran describes making Alex Garland's ‘Warfare’ as ‘therapeutic’
One of A24’s most recent releases, Warfare, has caught the attention of many in the world of cinema.
Its visceral, boots-on-the-ground depiction of the Second Gulf War feels somehow different to many other war films we see these days.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews delves into what makes it special.
Film analysis: How expository dialogue in ‘Casino Royale’ clues in the audience
Casino Royale expertly uses exposition through supporting characters to inform its audience through the machinations of poker.
Poker is central to the plot of Daniel Craig’s first outing as secret agent 007, aka James Bond.
Alas, poker isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but Film News Blitz’s David Bason hails how Casino Royale guides the uninformed through this important facet of a 2006 classic.
Film analysis: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ makes box office magic
A Minecraft Movie is making magical moves at the box office despite critical discontent.
Derived from the most popular video game of all time, Minecraft is breaking box office records.
Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson puts the film’s success under the microscope.
Disney news: Get excited for ‘The Amateur,’ ‘Tron: Ares’ & ‘Avatar: Fire And Ash’ in 2025
Last week, Disney rolled out its slate of motion pictures slated for release in 2025 at CinemaCon in Las Vegas.
Animation, comedy and hopeful blockbusters comprise an exciting slate from the House of Mouse.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason picks his five Disney films to watch out for in 2025.
Film analysis: Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson & more - get ready to meet The Beatles
Sam Mendes and Sony Pictures are making a major swing with four interconnected biopics charting the life of the legendary rock ‘n’ roll group, The Beatles.
Thanks to an exciting presentation at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, we now know the fine young actors portraying music’s most famous quartet.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason introduces you to The Beatles and hails a brave creative move by Mendes and Sony.
CinemaCon: Lionsgate presents ‘Now You See Me, Now You Don't’ with fourth film promised
The magical mischief of the Four Horsemen is set to return to the big screen with a new chapter in the Now You See Me franchise.
Now You See Me: Now You Don't is scheduled for theatres on November 14 this year with Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher and Morgan Freeman reprising their roles.
But Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson writes how Lionsgate had more to reveal from the mischievous magical franchise at CinemaCon.
Film opinion: A deeper look at the cinematic masterpiece Harakiri
If you’d describe yourself as somewhat of a so-called ‘film nerd’, there’s a good chance you've heard of the movie-rating app called Letterboxd, and you’ll also know that any film with anything over a 4.0 rating, is generally regarded as a great film.
Harakiri has a rating of 4.7 and is the only film to go above the infamous 4.6 mark.
So, with this Masaki Kobayashi classic beating the likes of 12 Angry Men, Come and See, and The Godfather to the number-one spot, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews got down to his local cinema to take a look.
Film opinion: Agent 007 - Who is the best James Bond?
James Bond, Agent 007 with a license to kill has wowed film audiences for generations.
Six actors have taken on the legendary secret agent in the beloved James Bond film franchise, but which one was the best?
Film News Blitz’s David Bason lends his thoughts to the widely debated matter.
Film news: F1 - Scintillating, riveting, & fast
Over the past weekend, motorsport and film fans and enthusiasts were treated to the highly anticipated and gripping F1 film trailer which left us all gasping for more exuberant F1 racing dynamism.
Many F1 and film fanatics found the collaborative Apple Original Films and Formula One trailer thrilling and the feature’s theatrical release is set to be a groundbreaking success, with G-force to topple the Box Office charts.
Film News Blitz writer Aidan Leo reviews the energetic F1 film trailer and what we learnt from its dynamite sequences and enthralling moments.
Film news: Ana de Armas confronts Keanu Reeves’ John Wick in Ballerina trailer
Lionsgate has unveiled a rip-roaring new trailer for the Ana de Armas starring John Wick spin-off Ballerina.
Wednesday’s trailer provided new insight into the story and teased an exciting confrontation between de Armas’ character and Keanu Reeves’ Wick.
Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson breaks it all down.
Film classics: Batman Begins, Heat & more - 5 classics celebrating an anniversary in 2025
It is always fun looking ahead when it comes to films; asking what’s coming out this year, or what directors are returning to our screens after a long absence.
On the other hand, it can certainly be just as fun to look back in time to celebrate previous years’ classics that maybe we had forgotten about.
So, with 2025 and 2026 looking to be huge years for the industry, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews takes a look back at five films celebrating big anniversaries this year.
Film news: Edgar Wright teases changes to The Running Man for 2025 remake
With Glen Powell set to head The Running Man remake due for release in November this year, Edgar Wright has revealed he intends to take the film back to its roots.
Given the incredible back catalogue of the actor and director, this is one to get excited about.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to discuss.
Film opinion: Mickey 17 adds another string to Bong Joon Ho’s bow
Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite was one of the films of the decade when it was released in 2019, and since then, film fans around the world have awaited his next project, and finally, Mickey 17 has landed.
The space opera has an all-star cast and out-of-this-world premise.
Lucky for all of you at home, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to talk you through it.
DCU News: Mystery looms for Batman in The Brave and the Bold
At a recent press event, DC Studios’ leadership front, James Gunn and Peter Safran, stated firmly that Robert Pattison will not be the DCU’s Batman, but will continue to exist separately in Matt Reeves’ universe.
That confirms a spot is open on the DCU roster in The Brave and the Bold.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo analyses the comments made by Gunn and ponders the potential future of Batman in the DC Universe.
Marvel news: The entry of Sentry in the MCU’s Thunderbolts*
As Daredevil: Born Again is making a big impact on the small screen, fans are heavily anticipating the release of Marvel’s next big-screen adventure, Thunderbolts*.
The MCU made a big splash with its Thunderbolts* Super Bowl trailer last month and its teasing of the uber-powerful character Sentry.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo reviews the Thunderbolts* trailer and what the entry of Sentry means for the MCU going forward.
Film news: Happy Gilmore 2 is in Full Swing
Adam Sandler is getting ready to unveil one of his most iconic characters to the world again after a near-30 year absence in Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2 and he’s used the real-life golfing stars of Full Swing to help him.
In a collision of fiction and non-fiction, Netflix has leveraged its golfing properties in a true masterstroke of marketing genius.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason charts the course for Sandler’s hotly anticipated comedy sequel.