Movie reviews of Jack Bottomley

Steven Spielberg’s effects showered referential Sci-Fi spectacle brings Ernest Cline’s novel very comfortably to the big screen. Review

Could have been better but likewise could have been a lot worse in this modernised take on Beatrix Potter that will please the intended crowd. Review

While not the video game adaption to shatter the curse, Tomb Raider is still an enjoyable beginning for Vikander’s tougher take on Lara Croft. Review

Black Panther is a celebration of African culture and a refreshingly distinctive entry into the MCU. Review

Sees the bafflingly huge Fifty Shades phenomena reach its climax, the results being groaning bemusement instead of wailing excitement. Review

Spielberg embraces the first amendment in this entertaining true-life story of the press vs. the State. Review

Guillermo del Toro’s beautiful, brutal and brilliant romantic fantasy fairytale is a classic. Review

Aardman Animation’s latest is another belting dose of British zaniness and fun adventure. Review

Pixar does it again with another emotional and joyous offering. Review

Gary Oldman offers up a performance to remember in this accomplished take on a tense moment in history. Review

This return to the world of Jumanji is an unexpectedly fun rumble in the jungle. Review

Star Wars in a new coat of armour, a bold and surprising addition the franchise that respects Star Wars tropes while shaking things up. Review

An astoundingly acted and timely look at issues surrounding both this historic tennis clash and our modern times. Review

Daddy’s Home 2 marks a distressing low for what some festive comedies have come to. Review

Paddington 2, like its predecessor, is an absolutely joyous treat for audiences of all ages. Review

This slashtastic Groundhog Day is a most welcome surprise. Review

This seasonal sequel has no Ho Ho Ho’s to offer. Review

An intriguing look into the lives of the man and women, who invented the lie detector test and then went on to create a cultural icon. Review

A satirical masterpiece. Review

This British Horror boasts laddish chemistry, despite the familiarity that surrounds it. Review

This surprisingly heartfelt film has lots to say about success and its personal costs. Review

The MCU strikes gold again with a film that just might be their funniest yet. Review

This Global Warming disaster movie takes the billing of ‘Disaster Movie’ to literal lengths. Review

This Jo Nesbø adaptation has potential but sadly fails to chill or thrill. Review