Film opinion: Dear Amazon, don’t fall into the franchise trap with James Bond
News broke Thursday that Amazon has taken over creative control of the James Bond franchise from long-serving custodians Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
The announcement comes amid a period of stagnation for Bond with the last entry, No Time to Die, coming out in theatres in 2021.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason hopes Amazon doesn’t fall into a franchise trap with Britain’s most famous secret agent.
Film awards: Everyone wants to be like Mike-y
Last Sunday was not just a night of Prada, smiles, and good vibes for Mikey Madison, it was one topped off with a surprise BAFTA win for Best Leading Actress in the incredible Anora.
Madison thwarted the likely candidate Demi Moore, whose awards path has been littered with wins as a result of her scene-stealing turn in The Substance.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo celebrates Madison’s award win and whether she and the Anora crew could make a run for top honours at this year’s Oscars.
Film opinion: Five of the best historical dramas - Oppenheimer, Schindler’s List and more
Historical films can easily fall into the trap of becoming just another biopic, or just another war film, returning a satisfactory revenue and a handful of awards.
But some avoid this pitfall, exploring new themes or a different perspective altogether.
Film News Blitz explores five of the best historical dramas that cinema has to offer.
Film opinion: Five movies to look out for this summer - 28 Years Later, The Fantastic Four & more
It is an incredibly exciting time to be a movie geek (when isn’t it)!
With the Oscars rolling around once more, the world of film promises to keep us on our toes for the foreseeable future.
With some big titles like Mickey 17, and Robert de Niro’s The Alto Knights, due for release in the coming months, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews looks ahead to the summer, for the five movies to watch out for.
Film opinion: Five of the best from Christopher Nolan - Oppenheimer, The Dark Knight and more
Christopher Nolan has cemented himself as a titan of the film industry, and arguably one of the greatest directors of a generation.
Nolan’s upcoming adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey has pushed him back to the forefront of cinema discourse.
With that in mind, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews picks his top five favourite Nolan movies.
Film opinion: Why we love seeing Wicked and Dune: Part Two nominated for Oscars
The Oscars is an annual celebration of the best and brightest minds in the world of film.
Each year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences votes on the greatest contributions to cinema from the previous year.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason explains why it’s great to see Wicked and Dune: Part Two praised by the Academy.
Film opinion: Zoe Saldaña - The Emilia Pèrez star is an icon in multiple arenas
Zoe Saldaña is in the Oscars race for her supporting role in the Netflix comedy crime musical Emilia Pèrez.
But Saldaña has also proved adept on the awards stage, in box office blockbusters and television dramas.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason describes the many strings to this media marvel’s bow.
Film opinion: Timothée Chalamet is becoming this generation’s biggest movie star
Timothée Chalamet is in the race for an Oscar for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason ponders whether Chalamet is this generation's biggest movie star.
Film opinion: Five great legal dramas - Erin Brockovich, 12 Angry Men and more
Donald Trump was officially inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday and due to his extensive record of legal cases, it may make you wish you could watch one unfold in front of you.
So today Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews brings you the top five legal dramas to get your mind racing.
Film analysis: Top Gun - The emotional catharsis of those bonded through adrenaline and camaraderie
An action, romance, and adventure film released in 1986 directed by Tony Scott under Paramount Pictures, Top Gun featured prominent figures such as Tom Cruise and Val Kilmer, and situated itself amongst the most iconic films of its genre, whilst living in the minds of film heads all around the world, past and present.
Film News Blitz analyses the narrative themes that make Top Gun a success.
Film opinion: Five great tennis movies - Challengers, Battle of the Sexes, Wimbledon and more
There are few sporting arenas more tense than a grand slam tennis court.
With the 2025 Australian Open firmly underway, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews serves up five tennis movies sure to spark your interest in the game that millions worldwide know and love.