Michael
@mjgamson.bsky.social
“Sober but social” -my new tagline
It will still be tv, movie and book reviews, mixed with my odd views on other stuff along the way.
And of course there will be the odd spelling mistake.
It will still be tv, movie and book reviews, mixed with my odd views on other stuff along the way.
And of course there will be the odd spelling mistake.
Hump day! Quite liked this pic I took of mine, so please enjoy!
February 18, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Hump day! Quite liked this pic I took of mine, so please enjoy!
Cinema Trip 18 of 2026
No Country For Old Men ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
9/10 IMDb
Yes I had never seen it! And with that out of the way…
What a film, the direction is spot on, and what feels like a small story is so epic in its journey. With a brilliant cast this gritty film had me gripped.
No Country For Old Men ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
9/10 IMDb
Yes I had never seen it! And with that out of the way…
What a film, the direction is spot on, and what feels like a small story is so epic in its journey. With a brilliant cast this gritty film had me gripped.
February 17, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Cinema Trip 18 of 2026
No Country For Old Men ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
9/10 IMDb
Yes I had never seen it! And with that out of the way…
What a film, the direction is spot on, and what feels like a small story is so epic in its journey. With a brilliant cast this gritty film had me gripped.
No Country For Old Men ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
9/10 IMDb
Yes I had never seen it! And with that out of the way…
What a film, the direction is spot on, and what feels like a small story is so epic in its journey. With a brilliant cast this gritty film had me gripped.
Cinema Trip 17 of 2026
Crime 101 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 8/10 IMDb
This had me gripped throughout, building cleverly and interweaving everyone nicely together. It’s slickly directed and Laytons script pieces everything together perfectly.
Crime 101 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 8/10 IMDb
This had me gripped throughout, building cleverly and interweaving everyone nicely together. It’s slickly directed and Laytons script pieces everything together perfectly.
February 16, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Cinema Trip 17 of 2026
Crime 101 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 8/10 IMDb
This had me gripped throughout, building cleverly and interweaving everyone nicely together. It’s slickly directed and Laytons script pieces everything together perfectly.
Crime 101 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 8/10 IMDb
This had me gripped throughout, building cleverly and interweaving everyone nicely together. It’s slickly directed and Laytons script pieces everything together perfectly.
Been feeling rather meh today! Not sure why?!
Fought with myself and resisted getting a takeaway, so won’t beat myself up about that tomorrow.
But have made my way the Scream 1-3 (for the millionth time)
Fought with myself and resisted getting a takeaway, so won’t beat myself up about that tomorrow.
But have made my way the Scream 1-3 (for the millionth time)
February 15, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Been feeling rather meh today! Not sure why?!
Fought with myself and resisted getting a takeaway, so won’t beat myself up about that tomorrow.
But have made my way the Scream 1-3 (for the millionth time)
Fought with myself and resisted getting a takeaway, so won’t beat myself up about that tomorrow.
But have made my way the Scream 1-3 (for the millionth time)
Election ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 7/10 IMDb
A fun darker high school comedy, which takes good poke at America. Witherspoon shines her and Broderick does a good job as the hapless teacher.
A fun darker high school comedy, which takes good poke at America. Witherspoon shines her and Broderick does a good job as the hapless teacher.
February 15, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Election ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 7/10 IMDb
A fun darker high school comedy, which takes good poke at America. Witherspoon shines her and Broderick does a good job as the hapless teacher.
A fun darker high school comedy, which takes good poke at America. Witherspoon shines her and Broderick does a good job as the hapless teacher.
Queer ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Beautiful to look at which is no surprise coming for Guadgnio. Craig is brilliant as is Daan De Wit! But where is should pull at the minds and hearts it leaves you cold. The psychedelic drugs trip heads into body horror territory, which felt jarring.
Beautiful to look at which is no surprise coming for Guadgnio. Craig is brilliant as is Daan De Wit! But where is should pull at the minds and hearts it leaves you cold. The psychedelic drugs trip heads into body horror territory, which felt jarring.
February 15, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Queer ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Beautiful to look at which is no surprise coming for Guadgnio. Craig is brilliant as is Daan De Wit! But where is should pull at the minds and hearts it leaves you cold. The psychedelic drugs trip heads into body horror territory, which felt jarring.
Beautiful to look at which is no surprise coming for Guadgnio. Craig is brilliant as is Daan De Wit! But where is should pull at the minds and hearts it leaves you cold. The psychedelic drugs trip heads into body horror territory, which felt jarring.
Cinema Trip 16 in 2026
“Wuthering Heights” ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
This is not one for classic literature purists and many will say Brontë will be turning in her grave.
That being said there is a lot to be said for Fennell’s version. It’s never not stunning to look at, and from start to finish is 1/2
“Wuthering Heights” ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
This is not one for classic literature purists and many will say Brontë will be turning in her grave.
That being said there is a lot to be said for Fennell’s version. It’s never not stunning to look at, and from start to finish is 1/2
February 14, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Cinema Trip 16 in 2026
“Wuthering Heights” ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
This is not one for classic literature purists and many will say Brontë will be turning in her grave.
That being said there is a lot to be said for Fennell’s version. It’s never not stunning to look at, and from start to finish is 1/2
“Wuthering Heights” ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
This is not one for classic literature purists and many will say Brontë will be turning in her grave.
That being said there is a lot to be said for Fennell’s version. It’s never not stunning to look at, and from start to finish is 1/2
Happy single awareness day!!
February 14, 2026 at 8:09 AM
Happy single awareness day!!
Cinema Trip 15 of 2026
A Knight’s Tale
25 years old this year and still daftly charming as it was on release. Ledger is a great lead, backed up nicely the supporting cast.
A Knight’s Tale
25 years old this year and still daftly charming as it was on release. Ledger is a great lead, backed up nicely the supporting cast.
February 13, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Cinema Trip 15 of 2026
A Knight’s Tale
25 years old this year and still daftly charming as it was on release. Ledger is a great lead, backed up nicely the supporting cast.
A Knight’s Tale
25 years old this year and still daftly charming as it was on release. Ledger is a great lead, backed up nicely the supporting cast.
WHAT IF…? Season 3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
While not a strong as the first two seasons, there was still plenty to enjoy.
While not a strong as the first two seasons, there was still plenty to enjoy.
February 11, 2026 at 9:14 PM
WHAT IF…? Season 3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
While not a strong as the first two seasons, there was still plenty to enjoy.
While not a strong as the first two seasons, there was still plenty to enjoy.
So sad to hear of James Van Der Beek’s passing.
Dawson’s Creek formed a huge part of my teenage years.
Dawson’s Creek formed a huge part of my teenage years.
February 11, 2026 at 7:58 PM
So sad to hear of James Van Der Beek’s passing.
Dawson’s Creek formed a huge part of my teenage years.
Dawson’s Creek formed a huge part of my teenage years.
Head cold and feeling rough…
February 11, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Head cold and feeling rough…
Cinema Trip 14 in 2026
Hamlet ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Ahmed is brilliant, and at times it is nicely framed, but it does lose itself at times as you can’t always hear what people are saying, as they mumble Shakespeare’s words.
Hamlet ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Ahmed is brilliant, and at times it is nicely framed, but it does lose itself at times as you can’t always hear what people are saying, as they mumble Shakespeare’s words.
February 9, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Cinema Trip 14 in 2026
Hamlet ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Ahmed is brilliant, and at times it is nicely framed, but it does lose itself at times as you can’t always hear what people are saying, as they mumble Shakespeare’s words.
Hamlet ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Ahmed is brilliant, and at times it is nicely framed, but it does lose itself at times as you can’t always hear what people are saying, as they mumble Shakespeare’s words.
Not a drill I booked my Scream 7 tickets earlier!!!
a poster for the movie scream with a person wearing a scream mask
ALT: a poster for the movie scream with a person wearing a scream mask
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February 9, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Not a drill I booked my Scream 7 tickets earlier!!!
The Muppet Show (2026) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cute nostalgia trip, that hit all the right notes for me. (Once I got used to a few of the newer voice cast)
Cute nostalgia trip, that hit all the right notes for me. (Once I got used to a few of the newer voice cast)
February 8, 2026 at 7:04 PM
The Muppet Show (2026) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cute nostalgia trip, that hit all the right notes for me. (Once I got used to a few of the newer voice cast)
Cute nostalgia trip, that hit all the right notes for me. (Once I got used to a few of the newer voice cast)
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A solid third outing and while I guessed part of it early on. It was fun to watch the mystery unwrap. Craig is fun if a little restrained. O’Connor is great and he’s excellently backed up by the starry cast.
A solid third outing and while I guessed part of it early on. It was fun to watch the mystery unwrap. Craig is fun if a little restrained. O’Connor is great and he’s excellently backed up by the starry cast.
February 8, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A solid third outing and while I guessed part of it early on. It was fun to watch the mystery unwrap. Craig is fun if a little restrained. O’Connor is great and he’s excellently backed up by the starry cast.
A solid third outing and while I guessed part of it early on. It was fun to watch the mystery unwrap. Craig is fun if a little restrained. O’Connor is great and he’s excellently backed up by the starry cast.
Cooking up some Bolognaise
February 8, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Cooking up some Bolognaise
I don’t often big myself up! But I’m 400 days sober today, and I’m bloody proud of me for this!!
February 4, 2026 at 10:35 PM
I don’t often big myself up! But I’m 400 days sober today, and I’m bloody proud of me for this!!
Evil Season 4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
While it petered out a little in the last two episodes. I still loved this show, the often crazy inventive stories , and crazy demons the popped up.
While it petered out a little in the last two episodes. I still loved this show, the often crazy inventive stories , and crazy demons the popped up.
February 4, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Evil Season 4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
While it petered out a little in the last two episodes. I still loved this show, the often crazy inventive stories , and crazy demons the popped up.
While it petered out a little in the last two episodes. I still loved this show, the often crazy inventive stories , and crazy demons the popped up.
If you see this, post a character that starts with D.
February 4, 2026 at 7:31 PM
If you see this, post a character that starts with D.
Cinema Trip 13 in 2026
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Rose Byrne is superb throughout, and that’s even though her character for me became more and more unlikable. But then I don’t feel like Bernstein wants her to be. As this aspect adds to the spirally uncomfortable nature of the film
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Rose Byrne is superb throughout, and that’s even though her character for me became more and more unlikable. But then I don’t feel like Bernstein wants her to be. As this aspect adds to the spirally uncomfortable nature of the film
February 3, 2026 at 10:32 PM
Cinema Trip 13 in 2026
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Rose Byrne is superb throughout, and that’s even though her character for me became more and more unlikable. But then I don’t feel like Bernstein wants her to be. As this aspect adds to the spirally uncomfortable nature of the film
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6/10 IMDb
Rose Byrne is superb throughout, and that’s even though her character for me became more and more unlikable. But then I don’t feel like Bernstein wants her to be. As this aspect adds to the spirally uncomfortable nature of the film
Day trip for work, nice to be out the office…but not to contemplate the shit I’ll walk into tomorrow.
February 3, 2026 at 7:24 AM
Day trip for work, nice to be out the office…but not to contemplate the shit I’ll walk into tomorrow.
Cinema Trip 12 in 2026
Send Help ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ IMDb 8/10
Genuine cinematic fun from start to finishIt’s makes you laugh and wince, with both gory and awkwardness! Raimi pulls out all his bag of tricks, from pov cameras, to comical gore, jumps, to bonkers performances. And as for those performances… 1/2
Send Help ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ IMDb 8/10
Genuine cinematic fun from start to finishIt’s makes you laugh and wince, with both gory and awkwardness! Raimi pulls out all his bag of tricks, from pov cameras, to comical gore, jumps, to bonkers performances. And as for those performances… 1/2
February 2, 2026 at 10:22 PM
Cinema Trip 12 in 2026
Send Help ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ IMDb 8/10
Genuine cinematic fun from start to finishIt’s makes you laugh and wince, with both gory and awkwardness! Raimi pulls out all his bag of tricks, from pov cameras, to comical gore, jumps, to bonkers performances. And as for those performances… 1/2
Send Help ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ IMDb 8/10
Genuine cinematic fun from start to finishIt’s makes you laugh and wince, with both gory and awkwardness! Raimi pulls out all his bag of tricks, from pov cameras, to comical gore, jumps, to bonkers performances. And as for those performances… 1/2
Cheesy slice of a movie, this film scared me as 8 year old child. Not so much now, haha.
The Critters are decent enough for a low budget affair, and it’s still a daft enjoyable piece of 80s camp.
The Critters are decent enough for a low budget affair, and it’s still a daft enjoyable piece of 80s camp.
February 1, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Cheesy slice of a movie, this film scared me as 8 year old child. Not so much now, haha.
The Critters are decent enough for a low budget affair, and it’s still a daft enjoyable piece of 80s camp.
The Critters are decent enough for a low budget affair, and it’s still a daft enjoyable piece of 80s camp.