Movie reviews of Philip Rogers

One-part survival horror, one-part wartime thriller with a dash of coming-of-age drama, Werewolf is an unconventional, yet beautifully haunting contemporary dark fable. Review

Escape Plan 3 was a definite improvement and for the most part they have learned from the mistakes of the previous entry. Review

Shed of the Dead uses Shaun as a familiar template and follows a similar infected vein with the balance of horror and comedy. Throw in amazing cast of horror icons, role play fantasy and a more sophomoric humour, and it still has enough to make it stand out on its own. Review

The film may seem slow in parts, where the limitations leave it restricted, feeling at times that it has nowhere to go. However, despite some of the film’s restrictions it is made memorable thanks to brilliant performances from the cast and with an execution which thinks outside the box. Review

Look Away is a tense slow brooding psychological thriller offering more than just a few jump scares. Review

Leprechaun Returns is brilliantly balanced as it acknowledges the original film, Leprechaun (1993), throughout, whilst also trying to evolve the story. Review

The adaption of R. C. Sherriff’s play is a fitting tribute to the Centenary of the end of the First World War. Review

A witty comedy stylised as a throwback to the 1950’s which has been given a dark twist driven by love, greed and rat poison. Review

Does manage to offer something different with the story and some memorable performances from the talented cast. Review

A mother takes the law into her own hands after her child is kidnapped in this fast action packed thriller which exceeds expectations. Review

Wesley Snipes is back with this sci-fi/thriller, where aliens have returned to earth to finish what they started. Review

Some great performances from the cast who deliver an entertaining spin on the classic underdog story. Review

A well thought out action comedy which leaves the audience wanting more. Review

Provides a real showcase for Svetlichnaya's abilities, working on both sides of the camera. Review

As much a character driven revenge drama, as it is an action movie. Review

If you want something different from the summer blockbusters, this hard-hitting gritty drama is worth checking out. Review

Worth a watch, although long term horror fans may be left disappointed as it doesn’t offer anything more. Review

This may be Captain Jack Sparrow’s last voyage, but it’s a great return to form. Review

A unique entry in the found footage genre, because some things should be left alone. Review

Incorporating elements of classic sci-fi, but enough originality and plot twists to make it stand out on its own. Review