20th Century Fox I finally got to see Dark Phoenix tonight, and my first thoughts? It's really not that bad. The way people have been reacting, I expected a Batman V Superman level mess. Dark Phoenix has a lot of flaws, but equally a lot going for it. There's been a lot of talk about… Continue reading ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’ Review
‘Thunder Road’ is an honest and raw portrayal of grief
A version of this review was originally posted on FanFest News in June 2019. Thunder Road was a lot. Advertised as a comedy, I can honestly say I didn’t find it funny, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy it. The film follows police officer Jim Arnaud, played by Jim Cummings who also wrote and… Continue reading ‘Thunder Road’ is an honest and raw portrayal of grief
Rachel Bloom Live in London
A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in June 2019. The Crazy Ex-Girlfriend is alive and well, and just finished two sold out shows at the world famous London Palladium. Billed as Rachel Bloom Live, the show differed in content and scale to the live Crazy Ex-Girlfriend shows in America, as… Continue reading Rachel Bloom Live in London
‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’: London Fan Event
A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in May 2019. On Wednesday 22nd May, members of the Dark Phoenix cast, Jessica Chastain, Michael Fassbender, James McEvoy and Sophie Turner, along with director Simon Kinberg, gathered in London's Picturehouse Central for a Q&A and discussion about the upcoming film. [Contains mild spoilers] Why… Continue reading ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’: London Fan Event
2019 TV Roundup: Favourite finales
A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in May 2019. It's been a wild year for TV, and as the 2018/19 season comes to a close, I'm still processing some of the best finales this season had to offer. Superstore This season's finale hit me, and half of Twitter, in such… Continue reading 2019 TV Roundup: Favourite finales
Rainbow Rowell’s ‘Eleanor & Park’ to get film adaptation
A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in May 2019. YA fiction fans across the globe are celebrating, as Rainbow Rowell’s acclaimed novel Eleanor & Park is finally being adapted for the big screen. The author broke the news herself yesterday via twitter. Picturestart along with Plan B will be producing the… Continue reading Rainbow Rowell’s ‘Eleanor & Park’ to get film adaptation
Is ‘Legends of Tomorrow”s Lighter Tone Dividing Fans?
A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in April 2019. Legends of Tomorrow has come a long way from the early days of Rip Hunter and his unlikely crew, but the latest episode - Séance and Sensibility - has left fans more divided than ever before. I’ve seen a lot of hate… Continue reading Is ‘Legends of Tomorrow”s Lighter Tone Dividing Fans?
Get ready to fall in love with ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ on HBO NOW
A version of this article originally appeared on FanFestNews in April 2019. Wedding season is truly upon us ladies and gents, so what better way to celebrate then curling up with one of last year's biggest hits, Crazy Rich Asians. The all-Asian cast, box office smash - based on the book series - that… Continue reading Get ready to fall in love with ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ on HBO NOW
The 25 Best ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Songs Ranked
A version of this article originally appeared on FanFestNews in April 2019. Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, the lovechild of Aline Brosh McKenna and Rachel Bloom comes to the end of it's 4 season run tonight on The CW. Over the 4 years we've been given love triangles, new careers, amazing friendships but most of all, wonderful music.… Continue reading The 25 Best ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Songs Ranked
Ricky Gervais’ ‘After Life’ is great, but the finale is perfect.
A version of this article was originally published by FanFestNews in March 2019. You've probably already seen a ton of reviews from critics and fans alike raving about Ricky Gervais' new Netflix show After Life. It premiered on the streaming platform earlier this month and with only 6 episodes, it's an easy weekend binge. I've… Continue reading Ricky Gervais’ ‘After Life’ is great, but the finale is perfect.






