Tag: Octavia Spencer


  • Hidden Gem: Gifted

    Gifted has been out for a while (since 2017 to be exact), but with names like Chris Evans, Lindsay Duncan, Octavia Spencer and Jenny Slate, it is surprising how little this film is discussed. Director Mark Webb and writer Tom Flynn take well-known themes and tropes – particularly the gifted child narrative – and expand […]

  • Review: Thunder Force – Surprisingly Funny But Predictable

    Sam Pegg sums up the latest outing from Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy in this Netflix superhero comedy.

  • The Shape of Water: Diversity Done Right

    A look at the clever representation of social issues swept up in Guillermo del Toro’s surreal romance.

  • Review: The Shape of Water

    Writer Alice reviews Guillermo del Toro’s awards-tipped fantasy drama.

  • First Look Review: The Shape of Water

    Sophie Trenear takes an early look at the award-season favourite.

  • This Month in Film: February 2018

    From biopics, to superheroes and awards blockbusters, these are your movie highlights for February.

  • The Shape of Water leads 90th Academy Awards nominations

    The Shape of Water leads the way with 13 nominations.

  • LFF Review: The Shape of Water

    Film editor David hails Guillermo del Toro’s latest as a “true cinematic triumph”.

  • Review: Gifted

    Liam Beazley reviews the Chris Evans-starring dramedy from director Marc Webb.

  • Review: Hidden Figures

    Writer Katrina praises Theodore Melfi’s must-see film Hidden Figures.

  • First Look Review: Hidden Figures

    Writer George takes an early look at the underdog Oscar contender, which is a near masterpiece made from familiar formula.

  • La La Land leads 2017 Oscar nominations

    La La Land and Meryl Streep break records as the Academy announce the films set to battle it out on February 26th.