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Review: Leave the World Behind (2023)

 New to Netflix today is the apocalyptic thriller, Leave the World Behind. The movie – written and directed by Sam Esmail – is based on the book of the same name by Rumaan Alam, and stars Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, Mahershala Ali, and Kevin Bacon.  In the film, husband and wife duo Clay and Amanda Sandford…

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Review: Merry Little Batman (2023)

 In Merry Little Batman, it’s Christmas time and Bruce Wayne’s son, Damian, is running amuck through Wayne Manor. He is excited about the festivities, but in truth he is far more interested in playing out crime-fighting scenarios with the  pet cat, as part of his ‘training’ to become a superhero. But as far as Bruce is concerned,…

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List of American Housewife Christmas episodes

 In 2016, US sitcom, American Housewife, aired ‘Krampus Katie’ – a Christmas-themed episode of the hit series. The episode was broadcast to coincide with the festive season and provide audiences with some seasonal cheer. Due to the popularity of the episode, with audiences enjoying this dose of Christmas content, further Christmas episodes popped up on the show.…

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How many Twister movies are there?

 In 1996, the big budget action disaster movie, Twister, made its way into cinemas. The film – written by Anne-Marie Martin and Jurassic Park novelist, Michael Crichton – followed a group of amateur storm chasers who plan to deploy a research device named ‘Dorothy’ in the midst of a tornado outbreak. Released to a positive response from critics, Twister proved…

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Review: Monica

 In Monica, middle-aged masseuse, Monica, is a trans woman who has been estranged from her family for years. However, when her mother’s health declines, Monica’s sister-in-law gets in touch and asks Monica to help out. Monica is very apprehensive about going back home, but she understands the need to reconnect at this important time. Her…

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Review: Christmas as Usual (2023)

 New to Netflix from today is the Norwegian Christmas comedy-drama, Christmas as Usual (aka Så Var Det Jul Igjen). Directed by Petter Holmsen, the film is based on a true story, and stars Ida Ursin-Holm and Kanan Gill.  In the movie, it’s Christmas time and after her boyfriend, Jashan, proposes to her, Thea takes him home to Norway…

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What is the order of The Omen movies?

 In 1976, supernatural horror movie, The Omen, made its way into cinemas. The film – based on the novel of the same name by David Seltzer – told the story of an American diplomat and his wife, who take on the care of another child when they lose their baby during child birth. Five years…

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List of According to Jim Christmas episodes

 In 2001, US sitcom, According to Jim, aired ‘According to Jiminy Christmas’ – a Christmas-themed episode of the hit show. The episode was broadcast to coincide with the holiday season and provide audiences with some seasonal laughter. Due to the popularity of the episode, with audiences enjoying this dose of festive fun, Christmas episodes became a regular…

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Review: It’s A Wonderful Knife (2023)

 In It’s A Wonderful Knife, it’s Christmas Eve in the town of Angel Falls and a year has passed since local business man Henry Waters dressed up as the masked Angel killer and began murdering townsfolk. Within this past year, Winnie Carruthers has had to live with thoughts about that night, how her best friend was…

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