It's A Stampede!

December 31, 2023

How many Disney Lion King movies are there?

In 1994, Disney’s The Lion King roared onto cinema screens. The animated family film, about a lion cub who learns how to be king, was a huge hit with critics and audiences. In the movie, young Simba grows up knowing that one day he will rule over the plains of Africa. However, when tragedy strikes…

December 29, 2023

101 best comic book TV shows to watch

From the 1950s right through to today, comic book TV shows have delighted, excited, and entertained audiences the world over. Whether it’s cartoon capers and chuckle-worthy comedies, or horror stories and super hero shows, viewers have loved seeing their favourite comic book characters transported onto the small screen for inspirational adventures. But if you’re fairly…

December 28, 2023

What is the best order to watch the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movies?

Since the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles made their debut via a 1984 comic book of the same name created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, the heroes-in-a-half-shell have starred in an increasing number of movies, some of which exist in the same continuity and some of which don’t. These movies include live-action films such as…

December 28, 2023

Denzel Washington movies in order

In 1977, acclaimed actor Denzel Washington made his movie debut in the television film, Wilma. From here he followed up his acting work with appearances in films such as Flesh & Blood, Carbon Copy, and License to Kill. With each new movie, Denzel Washington’s presence on screen increased. And with bigger, more substantial parts, this caught the attention of…

December 25, 2023

What is the order of the Underworld movies?

In 2003, Kate Beckinsale took the lead role of Selene in the action horror movie, Underworld. The film told the story of a secret war between vampires and werewolves (aka lycans), with a vampire assassin caught in the middle. While Underworld wasn’t a critical hit, the movie was financially successful and led to a series…

December 22, 2023

It’s A Stampede!: The movies of 2023

Well, we are almost at the end of another year, and as is customary in December, it is time to look back, and discuss what the last 365 days served up in the world of cinema. The past few years have been a little bit bumpy, in large part due to various problems caused by…

December 22, 2023

Steve McQueen movies in order

In 1952, Steve McQueen made his film debut in the movie, Family Affair. From here he followed up his film acting work with uncredited appearances in movies such as Girl on the Run and Somebody Up There Likes Me. To begin with, his on-screen appearances were small roles, but soon his star status began to grow. This in…

December 22, 2023

100 movie reviews from 2023: September to December

Ho, ho, holy heck, is it nearly the end of the year already? Jeez, how did that happen? One minute we are all knee-deep in sun cream and multiple screenings of Barbie, and the next minute it’s Christmas! Sheer madness I tell you. Anyway, since it is the festive season, with New Year just around the…

December 22, 2023

Review: Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire (2023)

The year is drawing to an end, and most of 2023’s new movies have come and gone, but there’s still time for another offering before the Christmas/New Year festivities take over. The film is Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire, a brand-new sci-fi picture which arrives on Netflix today. Directed and co-written by…

December 21, 2023

Review: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023)

Cast your mind back to 2013 and you’ll recall the release of the Superman movie, Man of Steel. The film starred Henry Cavill as Superman/Clark Kent, and although it wasn’t initially planned this way, Man of Steel was to become the first entry in Warner Bros. Pictures’ sprawling cinematic saga, the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). Snap your mind…