The Cynical Cinephiles

Director: Matthew Vaughn Cast: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Taron Egerton, Mark Strong, Channing Tatum, Halle Berry, Pedro Pascal, Jeff Bridges In 2014, Matthew Vaughn delivered Kingsman: The Secret Service, favouring to bring this largely unknown comic entity to the big screen over returning to the X-Men franchise to helm  Days of Future Past . The gamble paid off and the action/spy/comedy hybrid grossed over $400 millions worldwide and received high praise from critics. Three years on and imbued with success, the Kingsman have returned and this time, they're going transatlantic. After the Kingsman's headquarters are destroyed and the world held to ransom by Poppy Adams (Julianne Moore), the head of the world largest drug cartel, Eggsy (Taron Egerton) and Merlin (Mark Strong) connect with their kindred spy organisation in the United States known as the Statesman, Together, they attempt to foil Poppy's plans in a globe-trotting mission that tests their strengths and w

Director: Darren Aronofsky Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Ed Harris, Michelle Pfeiffer The marketing campaign for auteur Darren Aronofsky's latest film mother! has positioned the piece as a full-throttle feverish horror depicting a flagrant escalation of a home invasion - but this surface appearance offers only a fraction of the true anarchy that is weaved into the fabric of the film, resulting in one of the most textured, divisive and insane cinematic experiences you'll likely ever encounter. A poet (Javier Bardem) and his wife (Jennifer Lawrence) live in a blissfully isolated house, both of them spending their days trying to further their individual projects. Their tranquil existence is disrupted by the arrival of uninvited guests at their home and their relationship is tested to extremities. Lawrence's nameless character (referred to as 'mother' in the film's credits) is a young homemaker and wife to Javier Bardem's character (tellingly re

Director: Andy Muschietti Cast: Bill Skarsgard, Jaeden Lieberher Based on Stephen King's horror-struck novel of the same name, It is one of 2017's most anticipate features; the trailer broke the record for the most views online within 24 hours, certifying that Pennywise the Dancing Clown (and unnerving clowns in general) and his bloodthirsty appeal are too enticing for audiences to resist. Every 27 years, and ancient shape-shifting manifestation of evil emerges from the sewers in Derry, Maine and preys upon the town's children. Spurred by the disappearance of young Georgie, seven pre-adolescent outcasts (giving themselves the name "The Losers Club") join forces to overthrow the murderous clown known as Pennywise over the course of one petrifying summer. It boasts a stellar ensemble cast, primarily consisting of young actors barely in their teens, and director Andy Muschietti helps to produce fantastic performances from each and every one of them. The dynami

Director: Kathryn Bigelow Cast: John Bodega, Will Poulter, Algee Smith, Jason Mitchell, John Krasinski, Anthony Mackie, Kaitlyn Dever 1967 is considered to be the Summer of Love but in the same year, the city of Detroit in the US state Michigan experienced nothing but intolerance, violence and severe persecution as racial tensions were at an all-time high. Centuries of white oppression acted as the catalyst for the uprising in the African-American community and frequent collaborators Kathryn Bigelow and scribe Mark Boal partner once again to bring this moment in history back into mainstream consciousness. Summer, 1967. Rioting and civil unrest is tearing Detroit apart. A report of gunshots leads the Detroit Police Department to the Algiers Motel where several police officers show complete disregard for procedure and violently interrogate guests to get a confession. Once the night is over, three unarmed men are shot and killed and others are savagely beaten. The shattering riots

As much as one may vehemently deny it, summer is drawing to a close. We must say a farewell to flip flops, pip pip to popsicles and a bittersweet so long to leg shaving, until the next sunny season rolls around. However us film buffs know that we can use a little artistic license to sustain the sunshine all we want with a little help from the movies. The following is a list of the top five Cynical Cinephile approved flicks guaranteed to extend summer until you’re ready to finally submit to the winter blues. Roman Holiday Let’s kick things off with a classic, chock full of all that one can desire from summer; a European getaway, sightseeing, comedy, and most importantly romance. Audrey Hepburn radiates charisma as the Princess who grows weary of her ‘yes, thank you’, ‘no, thank you’ monotonous life at home, in an unstipulated country. Masquerading as a commoner, her peculiar manner amuses reporter Gregory Peck, and a love-story blossoms. Jaws Arguably, Jaws does n