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Diversity Problems: In the Heights adaption received backlash
16th October 2021

Diversity Problems: In the Heights adaption received backlash

Hamilton writer Lin-Manuel Miranda faces backlash over In the Heights film adaption.
The Evolution of an Emotional Bond
16th October 2021

The Evolution of an Emotional Bond

Amid criticism, Craig’s increased vulnerability as Bond has historical foundations in the original novels.
The Green Knight: Dev Patel shines in spectacular medieval adventure
12th October 2021

The Green Knight: Dev Patel shines in spectacular medieval adventure

Dev Patel shines in A24’s new adaption of medieval romance and chivalry
Disney’s Cruella: De Vil-lishly Entertaining
12th October 2021

Disney’s Cruella: De Vil-lishly Entertaining

A review of Emma Stone’s latest performance as Cruella and the re-imagining of on one of Disney’s classic films, 101 Dalmations
Where to Watch: A Guide to Manchester’s Cinemas
11th October 2021

Where to Watch: A Guide to Manchester’s Cinemas

Where are Manchester’s best cinemas? The Mancunion answers this question with a cohesive list of the best places to go around the city
No Time To Die: Takes too long to die
11th October 2021

No Time To Die: Takes too long to die

Daniel Craig’s final outing as Bond is packed full of action and homages to his time in the role.
Gloriously Horrifying: Grimmfest Preview
1st October 2021

Gloriously Horrifying: Grimmfest Preview

Be prepared to be horrified, disturbed and spooked at this year’s Grimmfest.
Sundance London 2021: The Sparks Brothers – interview and review
29th September 2021

Sundance London 2021: The Sparks Brothers – interview and review

Joe McFadden interviews Edgar Wright at Sundance London 2021 about his new documentary The Sparks Brothers.
29th September 2021

The Exciting World of Mancunion Film!

Known for its exciting and edgy art scene, The Mancunion introduces you to Manchester’s cinematic history.
Sundance London 2021 recap: Day 3 – CODA, Pleasure, and more
10th August 2021

Sundance London 2021 recap: Day 3 – CODA, Pleasure, and more

The third day of Sundance London 2021 featured a wide variety of films, ranging from Sian Heder’s indie coming-of-age darling CODA to the European pornography drama Pleasure. Read on for a recap and review of day 3.

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Sundance London 2021 recap: Day 2 – The Nest, Zola, and more
9th August 2021

Sundance London 2021 recap: Day 2 – The Nest, Zola, and more

The second day of Sundance London 2021 featured a wide variety of films, ranging from 80s financial drama The Nest, starring Jude Law, to Zola, the first ever film to be based on a viral twitter thread. Read on for a recap and review of day 2.
Sundance London 2021 recap: Day 1 – Edgar Wright, Censor, and more
8th August 2021

Sundance London 2021 recap: Day 1 – Edgar Wright, Censor, and more

The first day of Sundance London 2021 featured a wide variety of films, ranging from Edgar Wright’s music documentary The Sparks Brothers to the British indie-horror Censor. Read on for a recap and review of day 1.
Does non-fiction mean dry? A look into Best Documentary 2021 nominees
20th May 2021

Does non-fiction mean dry? A look into Best Documentary 2021 nominees

This is an exciting era for the documentary format. Don’t take the Academy’s word for it.
International Cinema: Africa and the Middle East
19th May 2021

International Cinema: Africa and the Middle East

Our contributors picked their favourite films from Africa and the Middle East in the fourth instalment of the International Cinema series
Cinemas are back soon – here’s what I’m looking forward to
13th May 2021

Cinemas are back soon – here’s what I’m looking forward to

Katie Bray tells us why she is looking forward to cinemas reopening, and the films she is most excited to watch when they do
Fast money isn’t easy to come by in Snabba Cash
10th May 2021

Fast money isn’t easy to come by in Snabba Cash

Snabba Cash, Netflix’s latest adaptation of Jens Lapidus’s famous trilogy, is a thrilling portrayal of Stockholm’s underworld
Promising Young Woman: The most important film of the year?
6th May 2021

Promising Young Woman: The most important film of the year?

Emerald Fennell’s Promising Young Woman is epitome of a #metoo film, writes Joe McFadden
Palm Springs: The time loop romcom we need?
1st May 2021

Palm Springs: The time loop romcom we need?

Andy Samberg and Christin Milioti shine in this sun swept, time bending romcom
Nomadland: Escaping the system in search for freedom
30th April 2021

Nomadland: Escaping the system in search for freedom

Chloe Zhao’s Oscar-winning Nomadland is a unique poetic meditation on freedom, happiness, and being human
93rd Academy Awards Reviewed
30th April 2021

93rd Academy Awards Reviewed

Hollywood’s biggest night of the year faced its biggest challenge going ahead during a pandemic. Did they pull it off?