First Time Watches

Film reviews of movies which have been viewed for the first time.

Possessor (2020) Film Review: Chilling high concept sci-fi/horror is one of the best films of the decade (so far!)

Possessor (2020) Film Review: Chilling high concept sci-fi/horror is one of the best films of the decade (so far!).

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Oct 54 min read

Man in beige suit screams in foreground, spiral pattern behind. Two people and a baby in dimly lit background, conveying tension.

Late Night with the Devil (2023) Film Review: Fresh found footage premise revels in groovy retro vibe

Late Night with the Devil (2023) Film Review: Fresh found footage premise revels in groovy retro vibe.

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Oct 43 min read

Two women face each other intensely on a staircase, surrounded by onlookers. The scene is in black and white, evoking a dramatic mood.

All About Eve (1950) Film Review: A spectacular showcasing of razor-sharp screenwriting and stellar performances

All About Eve (1950) Film Review: A spectacular showcasing of razor-sharp screenwriting and stellar performances.

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Sep 224 min read

Man in a cowboy hat points a gun in a dimly lit room with wooden walls. Signs read "No Credit" and "No Firearms on Premises." Tense mood.

Unforgiven (1992) Film Review: Reflective revisionist piece masterfully deconstructs the Western genre

Unforgiven (1992) Film Review: Reflective revisionist piece masterfully deconstructs the Western genre.

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Sep 144 min read

Men in 18th-century attire relax in a dim room with wine bottles, a table, and a fireplace; a laid-back, indulgent atmosphere.

Barry Lyndon (1975) Film Review: Almost 50 years old; still an astonishing technical achievement

Barry Lyndon (1975) Film Review: Almost 50 years old; still an astonishing technical achievement.

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Sep 74 min read

Evil Dead (2013) Film Review: Brutal remake switches out camp comedy for gross-out gore

Evil Dead (2013) Film Review: Brutal remake switches out camp comedy for gross-out gore.

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Sep 64 min read

Speed (1994) Film Review: Spectacular mix of exhilarating action and intense thrills makes for high rewatchability value

Speed (1994) Film Review: Spectacular mix of exhilarating action and intense thrills makes for high rewatchability value.

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Aug 34 min read

A woman aims a rifle intensely in a dimly lit room. She has a focused expression, dark hair, and wears an pink star earring.

Revenge (2017) Film Review: Ferocious feature debut features prolific body horror and profound female empowerment

Revenge (2017) Film Review: Ferocious feature debut features prolific body horror and profound female empowerment empowerment.

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Jul 274 min read

Silhouette of a person stands facing a massive, fiery sun. The room is dimly lit, creating a dramatic and intense atmosphere.

Sunshine (2007) Film Review: Criminally underrated sci-fi epic is an all-around cinematic treat

Sunshine (2007) Film Review: Criminally underrated sci-fi epic is an all-around cinematic treat.

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Jul 204 min read

Two men in a tense scene in a forest, one covered in blood, held by a chain. The mood is intense and confronting. Dense greenery behind.

Eden Lake (2008) Film Review: Bold and relentless 'hoodie horror' is steeped in brutal realism

Eden Lake (2008) Film Review: Bold and relentless 'hoodie horror' is steeped in brutal realism.

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Jul 193 min read

A couple on a couch, focused on a vivid blue butterfly resting on the man's hand. Dimly lit room with modern decor, creating a calm mood.

Before I Wake (2016) Film Review: Dark supernatural fantasy features stellar originality and tender direction

Before I Wake (2016) Film Review: Dark supernatural fantasy features stellar originality and tender direction.

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Jul 134 min read

A couple in formal attire sits closely in a dimly lit bar. The woman wears a dress with a brooch; drinks are on the table, creating an intimate mood.

Priscilla (2023) Film Review: Thoughtful biographical melodrama with enthralling execution

Priscilla (2023) Film Review: Thoughtful biographical melodrama with enthralling execution.

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Jul 64 min read

A man with a gun and a woman run through a field. He wears a vest, and she wears a light dress. Trees and a fence line the sunny setting.

Bonnie and Clyde (1967) Film Review: Influential biographical crime drama set the gold standard for modern Hollywood

Bonnie and Clyde (1967) Film Review: Influential biographical crime drama set the gold standard for modern Hollywood.

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Jul 54 min read

Soldiers in helmets stand in a trench, appearing tense. Smoke fills the air, with sandbags and branches in the background. Black and white image.

Paths of Glory (1957) Film Review: Kubrick's powerful anti-war masterpiece is truly timeless

Paths of Glory (1957) Film Review: Kubrick's powerful anti-war masterpiece is truly timeless.

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Jun 153 min read

Two people lying on a floor surrounded by scattered papers and photos, looking contemplative. The scene is dimly lit and moody.

Requiem for a Dream (2000) Film Review: Unflinching portrait of addiction is pure nightmare fuel

Requiem for a Dream (2000) Film Review: Unflinching portrait of addiction is pure nightmare fuel.

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May 313 min read

A woman in a blue dress walks across a vast salt flat at sunset, casting a long shadow. The sky is filled with clouds and mountains in the distance.

The Tree of Life (2011) Film Review: Epic coming-of-age drama explores deep philosophical themes whilst never losing its human touch

The Tree of Life (2011) Film Review: Epic coming-of-age drama explores deep philosophical themes whilst never losing its human touch.

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May 112 min read

The Brood (1979) Film Review: Underrated Cronenberg psychological body horror will chill you to the bone

The Brood (1979) Film Review: Underrated Cronenberg psychological body horror will chill you to the bone.

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May 52 min read

First Time Watches

Possessor (2020) Film Review: Chilling high concept sci-fi/horror is one of the best films of the decade (so far!)

Late Night with the Devil (2023) Film Review: Fresh found footage premise revels in groovy retro vibe

All About Eve (1950) Film Review: A spectacular showcasing of razor-sharp screenwriting and stellar performances

Unforgiven (1992) Film Review: Reflective revisionist piece masterfully deconstructs the Western genre

Barry Lyndon (1975) Film Review: Almost 50 years old; still an astonishing technical achievement

Evil Dead (2013) Film Review: Brutal remake switches out camp comedy for gross-out gore

Speed (1994) Film Review: Spectacular mix of exhilarating action and intense thrills makes for high rewatchability value

Revenge (2017) Film Review: Ferocious feature debut features prolific body horror and profound female empowerment

Sunshine (2007) Film Review: Criminally underrated sci-fi epic is an all-around cinematic treat

Eden Lake (2008) Film Review: Bold and relentless 'hoodie horror' is steeped in brutal realism

Before I Wake (2016) Film Review: Dark supernatural fantasy features stellar originality and tender direction

Priscilla (2023) Film Review: Thoughtful biographical melodrama with enthralling execution

Bonnie and Clyde (1967) Film Review: Influential biographical crime drama set the gold standard for modern Hollywood

Paths of Glory (1957) Film Review: Kubrick's powerful anti-war masterpiece is truly timeless

Requiem for a Dream (2000) Film Review: Unflinching portrait of addiction is pure nightmare fuel

The Tree of Life (2011) Film Review: Epic coming-of-age drama explores deep philosophical themes whilst never losing its human touch

The Brood (1979) Film Review: Underrated Cronenberg psychological body horror will chill you to the bone

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