Movie reviews of Bob Mann

Overall, this is not a truly terrible movie as a piece of popcorn escape entertainment, but it really could and should have been a whole lot sharper. Review

This film had me gripped until a particular point. Review

But as a cinematic spectacle, for me, it delivered on its billing as a blockbuster finale, but one filled with a degree of nuance I was not expecting. Review

Although possibly causing offence to some, this is a fine example of a US comedy that delivers consistent laughs. Review

It’s clearly been a long overdue hit for DC, and on the whole I enjoyed it. If the film had been a bit tighter, this would have had the potential to be a classic. Review

As long as you don’t ABSOLUTELY LOATHE it, I predict you’ll tolerate the tunes and enjoy the movie. Review

It didn’t make a big dent in the awards nominations. But for fans of quirky romantic comedies it’s a recommended watch. It’s really difficult to dislike! Review

It’s a perfectly pleasant way to spend a couple of hours. The story is intriguing enough to keep your interest, although it plays its hand so early that the simmering suspense element ebbs out of the film. Review

It’s well worth catching: a tale that almost defies belief. Review

It’s a movie that has its moments, but I would personally wait for a (VERY) rainy afternoon and catch it on streaming. Review

It’s a big, brash, loud CGI-stuffed adventure, but well done and visually appealing. Review

The reason to see this film is the tremendous double-act between McCarthy and Grant which is just magic. Both have been lauded with nominations during awards season, and both are richly deserved. Review

There are the makings of a good film in here, and the blending of the three characters into a narrative is a cute idea. But it’s a film that left me feeling generally unsatisfied with its story arc... Review

If you can park your moral compass for a few hours then its an enjoyable film of drug-running and redemption. Review

The film is well-made and the cast is very engaging. It also has a love story at its heart that is moody but well-done. Overall though the movie felt over-engineered and a little pretentious, and that knocked it down a few pegs for me. Review

I found it a non-standard journey requiring a level of intelligence to appreciate the nuances of the script. Review

My view would be that it’s worth seeing for its epic spectacle, but it’s not a film I will be rushing to see again. Review

The film is amusing and harmless without taxing many brain cells. Most notably unlike many so-called American ‘comedies’ it did actually make me laugh at multiple points. Review

As a standalone film it has some laugh-out-loud moments, some feelgood highs and some moments of real pathos. Review

One of the most thought-provoking films that I am likely to see this year, and I was fascinated from beginning to (final) end. Review

The film’s perfectly watchable, has great acting, but is a little bit of a non-event. Review

I don’t bandy the word “masterpiece” around often, but in this case I think it’s justified. Review

Aside from Knightley, the other star turn in the film comes from cinematographer Giles Nuttgens. Review

I’ve praised the screenplay for its reserve and intelligence, but on the flip-side there are a number of elements that don’t sit well... Review