Film review by Jason Day of Ben-Hur, the Roman-era set epic about a Jewish Prince who is forced into slavery before becoming a champion chariot racer for his enemy. Starring Charlton Heston and Stephen Boyd, directed by William Wyler.
Historical/Period/Epic
Film review by Jason Day of the second silent film adaptation of Ben-Hur, the Lew Wallace bestselling novel about a Jewish Prince (Roman Novarro) who is deceived by his childhood friend (Francis X. Bushman) and made into a galley ship rowing slave. Directed by Fred Niblo.
Silent
Film review by Jason Day of Ben-Hur, the original, 1907 silver screen version of the story about boyhood friends who become enemies in ancient Rome.
Historical/Period/Epic
A list of the new films released across the UK, from Friday 2 September 2016. The big releases are Ben Hur and Sausage Party. Use the Find Any Film website for details of which cinema nearest to you will show these movies.
To like this post, comment on it or follow this blog, please scroll to the bottom.
Use the search function on the left of the screen to look for other reviews and updates.
Released across the UK on Wednesday 7 September in 3D, this big-screen remake of William Wyler’s multi-Oscar winning 1959 epic and Fred Niblo’s equally esteemed 1926 silent version, has a high-class pedigree to live up to.
The making of the first two films has cemented their places in Hollywood lore, so will director Timur Bekmambetov (Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter), tackle them head on, or kneel in their presence? Was it wise to splash $100 million on a Roman-era epic when the genre has long been out of fashion?
Jack Huston, in the title role, has what seems an insurmountable task in taking on Charlton Heston and Ramon Novarro, as does Toby Kebbel in the old Stephen Boyd/Francis X. Bushman role of Messala. It will be showing in almost all UK cinemas. See the official Paramount website for more.
Film review by Jason Day of the comedy about a group of mothers who rebel against the strict but unwritten rules dictated by a group of ‘perfect’ moms. Starring Mila Kunis, Jada Pinkett-Smith and Christina Applegate.
Comedy
Film review by Jason Day of the crime drama showing in UK cinemas now (26 August 2016) starring Miles Teller and Jonah Hill as two young entrepreneurs who start selling arms to the US government. Directed by Todd Phillips.
Crime
Film review by Jason Day of the mockumentary comedy which follows David Brent, the horrible boss from BBC TV’s The Office, as he embarks on a new career as a rock star. Starring, written, directed and co-produced by Ricky Gervais.
Comedy
Film review by Jason Day of the thriller about a surfer left stranded on a rocky outcrop, with only a hungry shark circling her for company. Starring Blake Lively.
To like this post, comment on it or follow this blog, please scroll to the bottom. Use the search function on the left of the screen to look for other reviews and updates.
Director: Jaume Collet-Serra. 86mins. Columbia/Ombra Films/Weimeraner Republic. (15)
Film review by Jason Day of the comedy starring Zac Efron and Adam Devine as brothers who hook up with two wild party girls en route to their sister’s wedding.
hFilm review by Jason Day of the early sound movie version of the Robert Louis Stevenson horror movie about a scientist attempting to separate the bestial side of human nature from the pure. Starring Fredric March and Miriam Hopkins.
To like this post, comment on it or follow this blog, please scroll to the bottom. Use the search function on the left of the screen to look for other reviews and updates.
Director: Rouben Mamoulian. 98mins. Paramount.
CineSocialUK 