Hello and welcome to this week’s edition of Movie Reviews 2026 – your damn good guide to the latest movies. And you join Movie Reviews 2026 as we all emerge from the other side of the Easter break.
Did you have fun and eat plenty of chocolate? I’ll take that as a ‘yes’.
Anyway, with Easter now over, it’s just a few short weeks until the Summer Blockbuster Season commences (yay). So, if you’ve been waiting patiently for the likes of The Devil Wears Prada 2, Deep Water, or The Sheep Detectives, know that we are just one month away from all this and more.
In the meantime, let’s crack on with this week’s movies, which include the action-horror, They Will Kill You; the supernatural horror, Capture; and the Disney animated short, Versa. Plus, Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star in The Drama.
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In cinemas…
They Will Kill You (2026)
First up this week is the whacky action-horror, They Will Kill You. Directed and co-written by Kirill Sokolov, and starring Zazie Beetz, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette, the film tells the story of a woman in a fight for survival against Satanists.
In the movie, Asia Reaves arrives at The Virgil to take up the position of a live-in maid. The Virgil is a well-to-do high-rise in New York City, and after meeting a few residents Asia is shown to her room.
During the night, a group of masked assailants enter Asia’s room and begin to attack her. However, the group are unaware of Asia’s skills in combat and quickly find themselves out numbered.
You see, Asia isn’t a maid at all, and is at The Virgil for one reason only: To find her missing sister. And she won’t stop looking (and defeating would-be threats) until she leaves with her sister by her side.
With more than a whiff of Ready or Not, The Raid, and John Wick about it, you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve already seen They Will Kill You. Heck, this film certainly wears its influence on its sleeve, and if you’ve caught a trailer for the picture you may believe you don’t need to watch it at all.
But if you sit this one out then you are missing plenty of fun. They Will Kill You is bonkers, enjoyably erratic, often deliriously insane, and at times really rather good.
Sure, it isn’t especially original, and it does borrow a lot from other movies, but it’s also highly entertaining. The film is essentially one woman’s fight against an evil Satanist cult, as she tries desperately to rescue her sister.
Along the way, swords are swung, shots are fired, and heads roll. There’s also plenty of Evil Dead-style splatter, and a rather funny running gag about Heather Graham’s character getting sliced and diced.
Zazie Beetz takes on the role of Asia and is truly fab in the part. Not only does she sell the idea she is a sister on a mission, but she’s also great as a truly bad-ass lead.
Beetz understands the assignment completely, leans into the violence, works comfortably with some of the over-the-top action sequences, and takes all of the blood and guts in her stride.
They Will Kill You is very much a film where gross imagery is the order of the day, and she deals with it spectacularly. The same can be said for the rest of the cast, who also throw themselves into the premise, appear to be having a ball with it, and give it there all.
Is it perfect? No, the momentum drops a few times, it is a bit derivative in places, and the less said about Patricia Arquette’s Irish accent the better, but hey, it’s not bad!
The preview trailers for They Will Kill You don’t quite do it justice, and it also doesn’t help the film is playing in cinemas at the same time as Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, which shares similar themes and ideas, but don’t let this put you off. They Will Kill You is a likeable if slightly flawed movie, with excellent fight choreography, some imaginative sequences, and its tongue deliciously in cheek.
Should you wish to take a look, the film is now playing in UK and US cinemas.
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Now streaming…
Capture (2026)
Over to video-on-demand now for the supernatural horror, Capture. Directed by Bruce Wemple, and starring Kaitlyn Lunardi, and Cedric Gegel, the film tells the story of a young woman who encounters something sinister in her parents’ old house.
In the movie, after searching for details about her birth parents, Abby discovers she has inherited a house. Checking out the property, she comes across a collection of old video tapes dating back to the 1990s.
The tapes include recordings related to her mother’s work. But as Abby delves deeper into the tapes, she comes to believe they may reveal shocking secrets about her parents, the house, and even the video camera they were recorded on!
Presented as a slow burning tale which places emphasis on atmosphere over spectacle, Capture is a horror which at the very least tries to be scary. It doesn’t actually meet its objective (at all), but if someone were to hand out awards for effort, Capture would at least be on the list of nominees.
Likewise, Capture is a movie which demonstrates potential. There are some decent moments in the picture, as well as a perfectly reasonable performance from Kaitlyn Lunardi as Abby, and once again, if the film has elements of note, the potential is certainly one of them.
The problem is, despite the effort being put in to make this film work, it mostly falls flat. The reason? It just feels as if it’s all been done before and done better.
Capture also takes way too long to get going. The first half is a real slog, and during this period far too many ideas are thrown at the screen.
Mysterious parents, a spooky house, a haunted camcorder, a mental patient, hostile locals, potential witchcraft, and various other genre clichés are tossed into the mix. At times the sheer number of avenues this film could go down becomes quite discombobulating.
Things improve in the back-half of the picture, but never enough to make this a must-see horror. At best it’s somewhat watchable, but it’s a one-time watch and nothing more.
Should you wish to take a look, Capture is available to rent or buy on video-on-demand platforms.
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Now streaming…
Versa (2026)
Flipping over to Disney+ now, for the animated film short, Versa. Written and directed by Malcon Pierce, the short focuses on a young couple dealing with the loss of their child.
In the story, two ethereal beings meet, connect, and fall pregnant. However, during the pregnancy the couple suffer a miscarriage.
Overcome with grief, the pair attempt to deal with their feelings as best as they can. But the male finds it particularly difficult to express any emotions, refusing to give in to his sadness.
During the course of the tale, the two have to try and find a way to move forward. This means accepting what has happened, as well as the fact they have become forever changed by their experience.
Proceeded by a brief featurette with filmmaker Malcon Pierce, which explains the tragic catalyst for the story, Versa is a poignant, heartbreaking, and quite personal short film which conveys a carousel of emotions. In just a few minutes, and completely absent of dialogue, the film tells a deeply impactful narrative which shifts from happiness to sadness, and from acceptance to peace.
It’s the sort of story which has the power to move with just a few scenes. And whether you connect with the material on an individual level or merely as an outside observer, its message and sentiment hit hard in a deeply effective way.
In addition to this, the animation is delightful, the soundtrack is emotive, and the character designs are enchanting. Versa is a little slice of wonder, and an example of why Disney remain a powerhouse when it comes to producing animated stories.
Should you wish to take a look, Versa is currently streaming on Disney+. Including the aforementioned featurette which includes input from writer/director Malcon Pierce, the whole thing delivers 11 minutes of moving storytelling.
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In cinemas…
The Drama (2026)
And finally, back to the cinema for the dark romance-drama, The Drama. Written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli and starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, the movie follows the story of a young couple whose relationship is tested when an unexpected secret is revealed days before their wedding.
In the movie, Charlie Thompson and Emma Harwood are engaged and head-over-heels in love. Their wedding day is imminent, and all seems to be going smoothly.
But one night, mere days before their big day, Charlie and Emma witness their wedding DJ smoking heroine in a public place. This makes them uneasy, and they contemplate firing her.
Unsure of what to do, they discuss the incident with their maid of honour and their best man over drinks. This leads to a wider discussion about the worst things they have ever done, with Emma revealing a particularly worrying secret Charlie was unaware of.
Once the cat is out of the bag, their relationship takes an unexpected bump. But will Emma’s revelation bring the wedding to an abrupt end?
Now, if you’ve caught the trailer for The Drama, and you’ve seen Emma teasing her big revelation, you’re probably wondering what it is and if it is really all that shocking? Of course, I won’t be telling you here, because not only would that take some of the mystery out of the story, but it is also marks a significant turning point in the movie.
What starts off as a seemingly ordinary romantic film takes a very sharp turn at this particular moment, and everything that follows is in response to the revelation. So, if you are interested in watching The Drama, don’t Google it, as it’s best not to know – it really will spoil things!
What I can tell you is The Drama is a strong, involving, complex picture. It’s a movie about troubling thoughts, hypothetical situations, over thinking, and changing perceptions and perspectives.
One seemingly harmless conversation between friends and lovers kick-starts something which has huge ramifications. The film plays with the idea of letting the genie out of the bottle, trying to put it back in, and then struggling greatly to keep the lid on.
In fact, the title of the movie couldn’t be more apt. This picture is very much about the ‘drama’ which transpires.
But it is also about posing some interesting questions and asking the audience to consider how they might feel about the situation. When a partner reveals something unimaginable, is there a way back?
Leading the film are Zendaya and Robert Pattinson who are excellent in the roles of Emma and Charlie. They are fab during the early scenes in the movie, when it seems like the film is all about the ‘meet cute’, but they really hit their stride when Emma’s secret is revealed.
Both actors convey a huge range of emotions, delve deep into the romance and the heartbreak, and bring their respective characters to life accordingly. There’s love and laughter, tears and sadness, and everything in between.
Outside of the actors, The Drama boasts solid direction from Kristoffer Borgli, who really captures what it is like for a relationship to implode, stunning cinematography from Arseni Khachaturan, and an effective musical score from Daniel Pemberton. All-in-all, this is good stuff.
The Drama may not work for everyone, and those hoping for a frothy rom-com won’t find it here, but this is a good little movie, filled with twists, turns, and some excellent character work. Should you wish to take a look, it’s now playing in UK and US cinemas.
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Recent Releases
Not quite done yet? Want more movies? The above suggestions aren’t enough?! Well, here’s what’s also doing the rounds:
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)
“There is a plot, but it’s thinner than Paper Mario, and it all just descends into a series of noises, colours, and power ups. On the plus side, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie clocks in at just under 100 minutes; younger audiences (those below the age of 12) will like what’s on offer; and Jack Black continues to steal the movie as the voice of Bowser.”
Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (2026)
“With multiple characters in play, various twists and turns, and a dash of humour, Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice is a decent and fairly entertaining picture. It’s a little clunky in places, and doesn’t quite flow as well as it could, but there is some fun to be had with the premise, as well as the ensemble cast.”
Reminders of Him (2026)
“It does exactly what you expect it will do, and doesn’t really stray from a well-worn path, but it’s entertaining enough as an amiable romantic drama. If all you want is a bit of hardship woes and romance, Reminders of Him caters accordingly.”
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Movie of the Week
Onto Movie of the Week, which this week goes to the animated short, Versa. Sometimes the shortest stories have the most impact, and this is a really fantastic piece of animation.
And if you like Versa, you may also wish to take a look at the following shorts:
- If Anything Happens I Love You (2020) – Will McCormack and Michael Govier’s Academy Award-winning short about two parents struggling to come to terms with the death of their child.
- Bao (2018) – Domee Shi’s Academy Award-winning short about an aging Chinese Canadian mother struggling to cope with empty nest syndrome.
- Bear Story (2014) – Academy Award-winning Chilean short from director Gabriel Osorio Vargas’ and screenplay writer Daniel Castro, about a bear who is forced to perform in a circus.
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Simply the Best
And that’s pretty much it for this week, but should you want more movie goodness then take a look at the Best Movies of 2026 (so far). This handy dandy guide to the year in film provides a swift rundown of the most magnificent movies currently doing the rounds.
All of the films highlighted in the guide are four or five star movies, so if you want to know what you should be watching, the Best Movies of 2026 will help you out. You’re welcome.
Alex
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