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"Fountain of Youth is not a total misfire, just a frustratingly safe and forgettable ride that never quite earns the legacy it’s chasing." - Elliot Lines

Read our review for FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH - Streaming now on Apple TV+
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'Fountain of Youth' Review: Guy Ritchie's Hunt for Treasure Comes Up Empty - Film Focus Online
Fountain of Youth is not a total misfire, just a frustratingly safe and forgettable ride that never quite earns the legacy it’s chasing.
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May 23, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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"With strong performances, a heartfelt script, and a dust-kicking sense of purpose, The Last Rodeo rides tall among 2025’s best drama releases." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for THE LAST RODEO - In US cinemas tomorrow
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'The Last Rodeo' Review: A Gritty, Heartfelt Ride into the Arena of Redemption - Film Focus Online
With strong performances, a heartfelt script, and a dust-kicking sense of purpose, The Last Rodeo rides tall among 2025’s best drama releases.
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May 22, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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"With strong performances, a genuine focus on family, and a faithful yet updated take on beloved characters, this reimagining is a celebration of a timeless story." - Elliot Lines

Read our review for LILO & STITCH (2025) - In cinemas May 21
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'Lilo & Stitch' (2025) Review: A Heartfelt Reminder of Why Ohana Truly Means Family - Film Focus Online
With strong performances, a genuine focus on family, and a faithful yet updated take on beloved characters, this reimagining is a celebration of a timeless story.
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May 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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"Arrow Video’s 4K UHD Limited Edition of Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday is a technical marvel strictly for Friday the 13th fanatics." - Dan Bremner

Read our review for this new Arrow Video release - Available to own now!
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Arrow Video 'Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday' 4K UHD Limited Edition Review - Film Focus Online
Arrow Video’s 4K UHD Limited Edition of Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday is a technical marvel strictly for Friday the 13th fanatics.
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May 19, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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"Jerry Maguire still delivers — a high-stakes character study wrapped in a sports rom-com shell." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our thoughts on JERRY MAGUIRE - The latest film to be inducted into The Film Vault
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Revisiting 'Jerry Maguire' (1996): Show Him the Legacy - Film Focus Online
Jerry Maguire still delivers — a high-stakes character study wrapped in a sports rom-com shell.
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May 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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"Bound is a truly impressive indie flick that has the potential to strike a chord with many viewers." - Becca Johnson

Read our review for BOUND - Out now in select US cinemas, also available on digital
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'Bound' Review: An Emotional Story That Will Lure You in - Film Focus Online
Bound is a truly impressive indie flick that has the potential to strike a chord with many viewers.
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May 19, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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"Wick Is Pain is a celebration of one of action cinema’s greats." - @jackransom.bsky.social

Read our review for WICK IS PAIN - Available now on digital platforms
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'Wick is Pain' Review: A Celebration of One of Action Cinemas Greats - Film Focus Online
Wick Is Pain is a celebration of one of action cinema’s greats.
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May 18, 2025 at 6:03 AM
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"If this truly is the end, The Final Reckoning is an imperfect but fitting farewell to one of action cinema’s most enduring legacies." - Elliot Lines

Read our review for MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING - In cinemas May 21
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'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' Review: An Imperfect But Fitting Farewell - Film Focus Online
If this truly is the end, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is an imperfect but fitting farewell to one of action cinema’s most enduring legacies.
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May 16, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Welcome to The Film Vault – our new podcast series where two of our critics go head-to-head in a film battle, hoping their film makes it into our Vault!

First up...Collateral vs Jerry Maguire

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The Film Vault - Ep 1: 'Collateral' vs 'Jerry Maguire' - Film Focus Online
Two contestants battle it out to get their film to be inducted into 'The Film Vault'. Episode 1 focus' on Tom Cruise, in particular 'Collateral' and 'Jerry Maguire'. Who will come out on top?
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May 15, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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"We Were Dangerous teaches us that no one can dim your light and change who you really are - so don’t let them try." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for WE WERE DANGEROUS - Out now in US cinemas
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'We Were Dangerous' Review: Rebellion, Girlhood, and the Fire of Resistance - Film Focus Online
We Were Dangerous teaches us that no one can dim your light and change who you really are - so don’t let them try.
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May 14, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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"It may not be everyone’s cup of psychedelic tea, but The Lost Princess is an evocative, bold film that deserves credit for its heart and originality." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for THE LOST PRINCESS - Out now on digital platforms
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'The Lost Princess' Review: A Visionary Trip Through Time, Love, and Ghosts - Film Focus Online
It may not be everyone’s cup of psychedelic tea, but The Lost Princess is an evocative, bold film that deserves credit for its heart and originality.
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May 13, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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"Murderbot feels just as conflicted as its titular character. However may be a good option for those looking for something light and entertaining." - Elliot Lines

Read our review for MURDERBOT - Streaming on Apple TV+ May 16.
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'Murderbot' Review: Not Trying to Blow Your Mind—Just Keep You Mildly Entertained - Film Focus Online
Murderbot feels just as conflicted as its titular character. However may be a good option for those looking for something light and entertaining.
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May 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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"The Bad Patriots will make you question what it means to be a patriot, and a political one at that." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for THE BAD PATRIOTS - Selected for the BFI London Film Festival
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'The Bad Patriots' Review: Myth-Busting with Fire and Film - Film Focus Online
The Bad Patriots will make you question what it means to be a patriot, and a political one at that.
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May 12, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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"With an ending that’s twisted and powerful, The Severed Sun will make you think and freak you out at the same time." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for THE SEVERED SUN - In cinemas & on digital May 16
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'The Severed Sun' Review: Cults, Control, and the Shadows Cast by Faith - Film Focus Online
With an ending that’s twisted and powerful, The Severed Sun will make you think and freak you out at the same time.
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May 11, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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"Fight or Flight has a fun concept, but the mile-high antics of eccentric assassins, an off-beat protagonist and comedic violence has been done so much better." - Dan Bremner

Read our review for FIGHT OR FLIGHT - Out now in US cinemas
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'Fight or Flight' Review: An Ultimately Forgettable Mile-High Action - Film Focus Online
Fight or Flight has a fun concept, but the mile-high antics of eccentric assassins, an off-beat protagonist and comedic violence has been done so much better.
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May 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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"Fans of character-driven indie films, awkward situational humour, and on the lookout for a fun, easy film will find this both endearing and honest." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for A FANTASTIC RELATIONSHIP - Available on digital platforms
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'A Fantastic Relationship' Review: A Fresh and Fun Spin on Post-Breakup Chaos - Film Focus Online
Fans of character-driven indie films, awkward situational humour, and on the lookout for a fun, easy film will find A Fantastic Relationship both endearing and honest.
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May 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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"If you're into indie thrillers with cult vibes, shady characters, and a healthy dose of mystery, Final Recovery delivers." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for FINAL RECOVERY - Available now on digital platforms
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May 6, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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"A clever and really enjoyable heist-thriller with standout set-pieces and action that Christian Gudegast directs with style." - Dan Bremner

Read our review for DEN OF THIEVES 2: PANTERA - Streaming now on Prime Video
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'Den of Thieves 2: Pantera' Review: A Clever and Enjoyable Heist-thriller With Standout Set-pieces - Film Focus Online
Den of Thieves 2: Pantera is a clever and really enjoyable heist-thriller with standout set-pieces and action that Christian Gudegast directs with style.
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May 6, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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"Beneath the surface-level chaos, Sharkers is a story about escapism, male ego, and the terrifying moment you realise you’re not the main character in your own life." - @romeynorton.bsky.social

Read our review for SHARKERS - Available on digital platforms
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'Sharkers' Review: A Wild, Psychedelic Ride Through London’s Underbelly - Film Focus Online
Beneath the surface-level chaos, Sharkers is a story about escapism, male ego, and the terrifying moment you realise you’re not the main character in your own life.
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May 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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"Competently acted with commendable filmmaking on display, Salvable is a gritty crime drama that doesn’t pack the punch it tries to due to a weak storyline." - Becca Johnson

Read our review for SALVABLE - Coming to digital platforms May 2
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'Salvable' Review: A Gritty Crime Drama that Doesn't Pack the Punch it Intends to - Film Focus Online
Competently acted with commendable filmmaking on display, Salvable is a gritty crime drama that doesn’t pack the punch it tries to due to a weak storyline.
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May 1, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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"Offers a breather from last week’s intensity, giving the town—and the audience—a moment to settle." - Elliot Lines

Our thoughts on Episode 3 is live - Follow this post for weekly updates
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'The Last of Us' Season 2 Weekly Review: The Beginnings of Ellie's Search for Justice - Film Focus Online
Episode reviews of The Last of Us Season 2. This post will be updated weekly upon release of the latest episode.
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April 30, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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"Thunderbolts* more grounded and character focused approach makes it the most consistent MCU flick in a while." - @jackransom.bsky.social

Read our review for THUNDERBOLTS* - In cinemas this Friday
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'Thunderbolts*' Review: Proves Doubters of this Misfit Team Wrong - Film Focus Online
Thunderbolts* more grounded and character focused approach makes it the most consistent MCU flick in a while.
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April 30, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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"Until Dawn is the perfect example of a popcorn horror flick. Entertaining and fun with a likable cast and back to back scares." - Becca Johnson

Read our review for UNTIL DAWN - Out now in cinemas
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'Until Dawn' Review: A Great Cinema Experience For Horror Fans - Film Focus Online
Until Dawn is the perfect example of a popcorn horror flick. Entertaining and fun with a likable cast and back to back scares.
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April 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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"The Accountant 2 is one of those rare joys that takes everything that worked from its predecessor and doubles down on it." - Dan Bremner

Read our review for THE ACCOUNTANT 2 - Out now in cinemas
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'The Accountant 2' Review: A More Fast-Paced and Action Heavy Sequel - Film Focus Online
The Accountant 2 is one of those rare joys that takes everything that worked from its predecessor and doubles down on it.
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April 29, 2025 at 5:17 AM
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"Fréwaka is an eerie, well shot and atmospheric gem that is well worth seeking out if you're a fan of the folk horror genre." - @jackransom.bsky.social

Read our review for FREWAKA - Now streaming on @shudder.com
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'Fréwaka' Review: An Eerie and Well Shot Atmospheric Folk Horror Gem - Film Focus Online
Fréwaka is an eerie, well shot and atmospheric gem that is well worth seeking out if you're a fan of the folk horror genre.
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April 26, 2025 at 7:28 AM