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Grimmfest 2021: Forgiveness
27th October 2021

Predictable jump scares and poorly written characters make Foregiveness a troubling and dull watch

Grimmfest 2021: The Spore
26th October 2021

Jason Fox reviews D.M Cunningham’s new post pandemic thriller

Grimmfest 2021: Slapface – Poignant, haunting and cerebral
26th October 2021

Mirabelle Lee and August Maturo star in Slapface and talk to us about their experiences on set

Grimmfest 2021:  Hotel Poseidon – A movie you cannot forget
26th October 2021

Inspired by hotel horror flicks like The Shining, Hotel Poseidon is an uncomfortable and surreal exploration of one mans psyche

Grimmfest 2021: The Guest Room
26th October 2021

A modern day Edgar Allan Poe novella, The Guest Room is a mysterious and aesthetically gothic thriller

Grimmfest 2021: On the 3rd Day
26th October 2021

The 3rd Day is a gruesomely fun watch which relishes its pulpy themes and unapologetic core

INTERNATIONAL FILM: Japanese New Wave – An introduction
18th October 2021

Exploring the facets and films that made up the Japanese New Wave, Jason Fox introduces one of the most exciting movements of cinematic history

GOLDEN OLDIES: The Watermelon Woman – A Landmark in Black Film History
17th October 2021

Re-visiting Caryl Dunye’s landmark film ‘The Watermelon Woman’

KINOFILM: Festival Preview
17th October 2021

Welcome to Kinofilm, the most exciting short film festival coming to Manchester this week!

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

Hamilton writer Lin-Manuel Miranda faces backlash over In the Heights film adaption.

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The Evolution of an Emotional Bond
16th October 2021

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

Dev Patel shines in A24’s new adaption of medieval romance and chivalry

Disney’s Cruella: De Vil-lishly Entertaining
12th October 2021

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 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

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

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

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

29th September 2021

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

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.

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

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.