Tremors Sat 27/6 ITV4 @ 22.00
Giant underground worms attack a small desert town and two very reluctant handymen called Earl and Val lead the townsfolk as they fight back. This is so so much better than it sounds. An affectionate throwback to 1950's creature features that's hilarious, satisfyingly gooey and very inventive. Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward are the lead pair and have a whale of a time doing it. The ropey special effects all add to the charm. A perfect beer and tayto's film.
Dark City Sun 28/6 TCM @ 01.05
John has woken up in a place he doesn't recognise, his memories have vanished and he's being pursued for a crime he didn't commit. He must now enter a very strange world to solve his problems. A dark, scary, inventive and (at the time) startlingly original slice of sci-fi that will keep you glued to the screen. Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly and William Hurt all put in a good shift.
This Beautiful Fantastic Sun 28/6 BBC2 @ 15.00
Now for a nice sunday afternoon movie. Bella's a wannabe writer struggling to finish her book for children. Her OCD and an awkward rental condition are making things awkward though. If you've seen the French film Amelie you might sense a similar vibe here but since when is that a bad thing. A light, enjoyable slice of whimsy. Jessica Findlay Brown, Tom Wilkinson and Ireland's own Andrew Scott all do well here.
The Mountain Between Us Sun 28/6 CH4 @ 21.00
A man and a woman in a rush hire a private plane that crashes smack bang in the middle of the Rocky mountains when the pilot has an ill timed stroke. No one knows where they are and they haven't a clue what to do. This is as melodramatic as movies get but there's a lot of joy in watching Kate Winslet and Idris Elba battling against everything mother nature can throw at them. Plus the scenery is absolutely magnificent.
28 Days Later Mon 29/6 TG4 @ 21.30
A man wakes up from a coma only to discover his hospital is deserted and London outside is quiet. A bit too quiet. Danny Boyle's 2002 horror film is the real deal. A genuinely unnerving and terrifying experience and that will get under your skin and live in your head when your lights go out at night. Cillian Murphy is an ace lead and Naomie Harris and Brendan Gleeson are both powerful as back up. Not for the squeamish. Seriously
Mad Max Mon 29/6 ITV @ 22.00
Australia. The future. A lawless place. Policeman Max Rockatansky finds this out the hard way when tragedy strikes on a desolate roadside. So he becomes wrath. The first in the infamous series is a low key affair compared to later entries but there's a gritty charm here, along with a darkly comic sense of humour. A look at what Mel Gibson could do back before he become one of Hollywood's biggest dickheads.
Shame Mon 29/6 Film4 @ 23.40
Brandon loves the ride more than most. His carefully curated life revolves around it. Everything he does is geared towards it. Until one day his sister turns up and rightly throws his life out of whack. Steve McQueen's psychological drama stirred up controversy with its frank depiction of sex addiction but it's a dark, compelling and masterfully acted film too. Michael Fassbender literally bares his soul and Carey Mulligan works wonders.
Dunkirk Wed 1/7 RTE1 @ 21.35
Hitler has England beaten back to the coast of France. With their backs to the water there's nothing to do but wait to be rescued. Will the cavalry arrive on time? Christopher Nolan's 2017 war film is a bit of a stunner, a tale both epic and intimate about terrified young men and the people coming to save their skins. Cillian Murphy, Barry Keoghan, Mark Rylance and Harry Styles amongst many others all play their parts well.
Hellboy 2 : The Golden Army Wed 1/7 Comedy Central @ 22.45
When a pact between humanity and mythical creatures is broken, chaos threatens to reign and it's up to Hellboy and his buddies to sort things out. You don't have to have seen the first film to enjoy this lovingly crafted bit of escapism. Guillermo Del Toro's comic book film so full of imagination and action that you just won't want it to finish. Ron Perlman as Hellboy rocks and Selma Blair, John Hurt & Doug Jones give superb backup.
Black Mother Thur 2/7 Film4 @ 01.30
Jamaica, a country rich in culture and chock full of contradiction. As beautiful in places as it is ugly in others. This documentary about the country and it's people is a brilliant watch and one that thankfully takes a sweeping look at all the inhabitants within, from sex workers to prayer men, adults and kids alike are photographed in close up and we get a look at who makes the place tick. A unique and enthralling watch.
Red State Thur 2/7 The Horror Channel @ 02.35
Three young eejits fall afoul of a fundamentalist cult of rednecks when they get tricked by an online invitation teasing naughtiness. Kevin Smith's first foray into thriller territory doesn't have the courage of it's convictions at the end but the journey is up to that point is a darkly humorous one laced with some surprisingly gritty edges. John Goodman, Melissa Leo & especially genre fave Michael Parks all have a good time in a film that definitely doesn't sit on the political fence.
Touching The Void Thur 2/7 CH4 @ 22.00
Two young climbers, Simon and Joe are in Peru to scale a mountain. On the way down Joe breaks his leg and Simon is forced by Joe to leave him lest he die himself. Joe has no intention of going out easy though. Based on an amazing true story this docu-drama is gruelling throughout but the strength of human spirit on display here will leave you buzzing come the end. Wrap up warm when you watch this one.
Green Room Fri 3/7 Film4 @ 01.35
A young punk band's night descends into chaos when they unwittingly play a gig at a neo-nazi club and stumble upon the aftermath of a crime. The late and much missed Anton Yelchin headlines this blisteringly violent thriller from director Jeremy Saulnier. It's tough going but stick with it. Blackly funny, excruciatingly brutal and a frightening insight into a scary American subculture. There's great backup from Patrick Stewart and Imogen Poots too.
Senna Fri 3/7 TG4 @ 22.15
A stunner of a documentary about the life and death in 1994 of the famous Formula One driver Ayrton Senna. Even if like me you couldn't give a flying fig about the sport you'll still find yourself gripped by this absorbing, dramatic and tense story. It paints a gripping portrait of a driven charismatic chap and even though you know how it will end you'll still find yourself hoping for a different outcome.
3.10 To Yuma Fri 3/7 BBC1 @ 22.45
Infamous outlaw Ben Wade has been captured and is to be taken to Yuma by train to be hanged. Rancher Dan Evans needs money so takes a job escorting Ben to his death. Ben is a cute hoor though. This 2007 remake of the classic western of the same name is more bombastic and over the top than the original but a trio of fine performances from Christian Bale, Russell Crowe and Ben Foster save the day.
Borg Vs McEnroe Fri 3/7 BBC2 @ 23.20
The year is 1980. The venue is Wimbledon. Bjorn Borg is king of the tennis world. 1980 could be his 5th consecutive victory. But a fiery American named John McEnroe is making waves. It's a little cheesy but this is an entertaining look at a sporting rivalry that captured the imagination of the world, a film that you'll have fun with even if you don't like the sport its about. Sverrir Gudnason and Shia LaBeouf both do mighty work in the lead roles.
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