Movie reviews of Hamish Calvert

Merab’s story is told with such care and attention to detail that it’s impossible not to relate to at least some aspect of it. Review

Whilst running the risk of completely losing its audiences on multiple occasions The Hunt ultimately ends up being a wild ride of woke culture gone mad, it’s shocking and stupid but wildly entertaining. Review

The Invisible Man should delight horror fans, both casual and classic alike. It’s an impressive amalgamation of the best of Whannell’s work yet with a fresh feeling amongst a crowded genre. Review

Its entitled main character creates an uphill battle for itself and the attempts at comedy aren’t effective enough to win audiences over. Review

Yan’s direction, Hodson’s writing and the entertaining performances of the cast ensure that DC’s more positive run of films since Justice League continues and with a new addition to join the highlights of their Extended Universe to date. Review

The strength in the casts’ collective performance ensures that this fascinating narrative makes for much more of a convincing effort from Eastwood, far more in line with the expectations that a project with his name attached to it should bring. Review

Admittedly the weakest of the sequel trilogy, comparatively ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ might disappoint. However, coming in third place to its two excellent predecessors doesn’t make it a bad film, it is in fact far from this. Abrams ensures that the sequel trilogy is concluded in satisfying fashion delivering high stakes, entertaining action and interesting character developments. Review

Ultimately, Motherless Brooklyn misfires on several cylinders. It opts to tell a dull and unengaging story amongst a film full of other potentially rich and interesting ones. Review

Ordinary in many ways yes, but extraordinary in so many others this latest film from Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn’s is a masterclass in the authentic storytelling of real, everyday people and it’s not to be missed. Review

The cast as a whole work superbly with this screenplay and showcase how impressively Foulkes has crafted an original period piece, full of creativity that packs a punch, hitting nearly all of its target. That’s the way to do it! Review

Harriet tells Tubman’s extraordinary true story with power, purpose and respect. The film honours her by educating audiences about her fight against slavery and showcasing her strength as a woman, daughter and sister. Review

Accessible to newcomers & novices, and hopefully providing some intriguing insight for those already familiar with this historic rivalry, ‘Le Mans ’66’ caters to as wide an audience as possible and succeeds in stunning fashion. Review

This is a romantic comedy, which thanks to the talents of its cast and its writers has the ability to make you laugh, cringe and cry in all the best ways possible. Review

Ultimately the direction and writing squander any chance of telling the potentially gripping narrative of ‘The Good Liar’ in a clear and coherent manner. The cast try their best to make the most of this muddled screenplay but even their solid performances can’t save the film from collapsing under the weight of it’s own poorly constructed conclusion. Review

Sorry We Missed You is powerful British filmmaking at its best and essential viewing for everyone. The core cast deliver a quad of excellent performances bringing to life Laverty’s screenplay in an especially emotive way. Review

Ultimately Doctor Sleep is a very clever film in that it will appeal to both fans and critics of its predecessor. Review

Fans will not be disappointed and will relish the chance to see him perform this album to a live audience, especially considering the lack of an album tour. Review

The Peanut Butter Falcon is a fantastic debut for Schwartz and Nilson as they both demonstrate their talent and abilities as writers and directors. The main three performers are all brilliant in their respective roles and excel even further in them when they all share the screen together. Review

Ultimately The Addams Family ends up being a family reunion more bearable than most! It’s a fun and freakish frolic into the lives of these much loved characters with amusement to be found round most corners. Review

Whilst the animation itself may not rival the genre leaders the use of sound, storytelling and pure emotion creates countless scenes of enchantment that will whisk audiences away to the stunning locations our characters visit. Review

This narrative is executed superbly and the pair have delivered one of the all time greatest origin stories to be seen on the big screen. Review

So although isolated scenes showcase what could have been, frustratingly the picture as a whole never reaches its full potential. What should have been an emotionally affecting drama has sadly ended up being an at times painfully dull cinematic adaptation. Review

Ready or Not takes its far-fetched premise, runs with it and never looks back, and audiences should do the same. Review

The tonal mismatch of the film is jarringly obvious from the get go and struggles to rectify itself throughout. Despite the spirited performances from the leading and supporting cast the material simply isn’t brought to the screen with enough confidence to allow their roles to shine as brightly as they should. Review