‘London Fields’ Directors’ Cut (2018)
❉ Mathew Cullen’s new film, the much discussed ‘London Fields’ has an eye-blazing sense of visual craft, and the film’s noir-esque plot is interesting and unique, writes Nick Clement.
Film
‘Performance – 50th Anniversary Book’ reviewed
❉ A behind the scenes look at the making of the controversial cult classic, starring James Fox, Mick Jagger and Anita Pallenberg.
‘They Live’ (1988) 30 Years On
❉ John Carpenter’s most nakedly political film is is not just about politics but about the cynical nature of humanity itself, writes Iain Macleod.
Ben Wheatley’s ‘Happy New Year, Colin Burstead’ – UK Tour
❉ Rook Films announce Q&A UK tour for Ben Wheatley’s new film ahead of its Christmas release on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
Blu-Ray: ‘Night Of The Demon’ (1957)
❉ It’s in the trees! Andy Murray pores over Powerhouse’s exhaustive Blu Ray edition of the cult classic, here with a generous section of extras.
‘The Fog’ (1980) 4K Restoration reviewed
❉ 1980 John Carpenter classic returns to cinema screens and home entertainment newly restored and looking better than ever.
‘Five Fingers For Marseilles’ (2018)
❉ This movie shows that risks can still be taken with the Western, such as giving the genre’s template a South African cultural overhaul.
The Amityville Horror’ (1979) on Blu-ray
❉ Second Sight’s standard edition Blu-ray of ‘The Amityville Horror’ is an essential package for fans of the films and for the horror completist.
‘A Star Is Born’ (15) reviewed
❉ Featuring a number of outstanding songs, A Star Is Born is one of those rare films that manages to live up to its hype. Ben Peyton goes ga-ga.
Peccadillo’s European encounters set for Iris Prize Festival
❉ Peccadillo Pictures brings European encounters to Iris Prize Festival 2018 and offers opportunity to watch shorts online.