Category: Matthew Gammond

Don't Miss: Interstellar - Review

11/12/2014

by Matthew Gammond

If Man of Steel, Prometheus and the video game Dead Island taught us anything it’s that you should never trust a trailer. Marketing is a dodgy business and more often than not something is made to look a lot better than it actually is by a well-polished, moving and bombastic advert.

We’ve all felt the disappointment, realised the hype was unnecessary and felt duped into buying a ticket. This was my greatest fear surrounding Interstellar, the latest cerebral blockbuster from mastermind and all-round movie deity Christopher Nolan.

UK Jewish Film Festival - Line Up Announced

9/10/2014

by Matthew Gammond

Just when you thought there couldn’t possibly be another film festival heading your way, the UK Jewish Film Festival has materialised once more... and we’ve got the line-up!

This is the 18th time the festival has popped up and this year you’ll be able to watch the latest in contemporary Jewish film in London, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham and Glasgow from November 6th.

There’s an outstanding collection of cinema beauties on display, with everything getting kicked off by The Art Dealer at the BFI Southbank. Other gala screenings include Zero Motivation, The Green Prince and Bethlehem - all three of which will be followed by Q&As.

There are more than 90 movies and 150 screenings this year so attendees won’t be short of things to see and if that’s not enough there will be plenty of film-makers and guests taking part in talks and Q&As.

Tickets go on sale on September 24th.

Looking Forward: The Best of 2015 - Part Two

8/30/2014

by Matthew Gammond

Moviegoers have been spoiled for the last couple of years, we’ve had some enormous blockbusters and exquisite indie projects to sink our teeth into almost every month. But 2012 through to right now feels like an appetiser for next year. 2015 might just be the greatest year ever for movies, in terms of fan passion, critical acclaim and box office takings.

2014 still has a lot to give, but seeing as we’re fast approaching holiday season I thought I’d take a look at what lies in wait for us in 2015, pointing out what I’m looking forward to the most. It’s going to be quite a year, and don’t forget that this part two. If you missed part one you can view it here.

Going The Wright Way

8/20/2014

by Matt Gammond

For anybody like me who hit their rebellious teen years during the Noughties you’ve got to admit that the much-quoted ‘Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy’ played at least a small role in your adult development. Hell, I bet even Paul played its part.

CGI vs In-Camera

8/16/2014

by Matthew Gammond

I’ve got a peeve, and it’s as hot as my pants. I get it; I’m pretty young and am not fully informed on the wonders of ye olde movies from way before my time. So be it, I can deal with it, bro, but what I can’t stand are people who hate on new movies just because they use a lot of CGI.

Hit Play: The Raid

8/11/2014

by Matt Gammond

Without a doubt, The Raid 2 has been one of the most critically acclaimed movies to punch its way into theatres in 2014. After receiving unanimous praise on the festival circuit it struck a chord with cinema goers everywhere thanks to its insane fight scenes that were laced with beautiful and game-changing choreography. Audiences cheered and recoiled in horror as the chaos unfolded; The Raid 2 is more than a movie, it’s an experience.

The Blu-ray/DVD release is here and to celebrate this I thought I’d rewind the clock back to 2012 and take a look at this film’s wonderful predecessor – the movie that got the whole world talking about a short Indonesian actor an unknown Welsh director.