A frequently amusing and occasionally quite emotional journey into the world of Doctor Who fan culture through the eyes of one of the show’s most controversial writers. Our review of Doctor Who Am I… Continue reading
Author Archives: Pete Messum
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Casino Royale in Concert review [Live at the Royal Albert Hall]
An incredible live experience best paired with a vodka martini! Pete’s review of Casino Royale in Concert. Continue reading
BFI IMAX relaunches!
BFI IMAX has opened its doors to film fans once again, with a new 4K IMAX with Laser projection system, booming 12-channel sound technology and a brand new 65 foot IMAX screen. Continue reading
Doctor Who: Thirteenth Doctor Episodes – Ranked
With the Thirteenth Doctor’s era at a close, Pete countdowns every episode from worst to best. Continue reading
Glass Onion – A Knives Out Mystery: Dir. Rian Johnson (2022)
Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc is back on the case in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. But once the layers have been peeled back, can this sequel measure up to the memorable Knives Out? Continue reading
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Avatar review: Dir. James Cameron [Remastered]
In anticipation of its long-awaited sequel, James Cameron’s Avatar has been re-released in stunning 4K and 3D… Continue reading
Andor review: Disney+ series (2022)
Andor pushes the Star Wars galaxy in a new direction, making for the most distinctive spin-off yet. Continue reading
![Doctor Who: The Abominable Snowmen (1967) review and Blu-ray preview [BFI Event]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2022/09/abominable-snowmen-dr-who-blu-cover.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Doctor Who: The Abominable Snowmen (1967) review and Blu-ray preview [BFI Event]")
Doctor Who: The Abominable Snowmen (1967) review and Blu-ray preview [BFI Event]
Doctor Who: The Abominable Snowmen is given a new lease on life in a new animated production from BBC Studios… Continue reading
See How They Run review: Dir. Tom George (2022)
See How They Run is a light, playful pastiche of an Agatha Christie ‘Whodunnit’ with a winning lead performance from Saoirse Ronan Continue reading
Beast review: Dir. Baltasar Kormákur (2022)
Beast may not have much to sink your teeth into, but for those looking for a bit of cinematic escapism, it’s well worth a bite. Continue reading
BBC Studios announces Doctor Who: The Collection – Season 2 on Blu-ray
Pre-order Doctor Who: The Collection – Season 2 now! Continue reading
The Sandman review: Netflix series (2022)
Is Netflix’s adaptation of The Sandman a dream come true or a nightmare brought to life? Our review… Continue reading
Thor: Love and Thunder IMAX review: Dir. Taika Waititi (2022)
Thor: Love and Thunder is out now in IMAX cinemas – and it’s ready to bring the thunder… Continue reading
Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. 4K Blu-ray review: Dir. Gordon Flemyng
The cult classic Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. makes its way to 4K Blu-ray this month, courtesy of StudioCanal… Continue reading
![Doctor Who: The Collection – Season 22 Blu-ray review [Limited Edition]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2022/01/screenshot-2022-01-20-at-15.04.23.png?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Doctor Who: The Collection – Season 22 Blu-ray review [Limited Edition]")
Doctor Who: The Collection – Season 22 Blu-ray review [Limited Edition]
Travel back to 1985, with Colin Baker’s first season as the iconic Time Lord in Doctor Who: The Collection – Season 22… Continue reading
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