Avatar 3 Review: A Gigantically Uninteresting Spectacle
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' delivers stunning visuals but remains a colossal, emotionally vacant epic. The third instalment lands in UK cinemas on 19 December.
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Iconic 80s Quickshot 2 Joystick Makes a Comeback
The legendary Quickshot 2 joystick, a staple of 80s UK gaming, is being revived by Retro Games. Featuring USB connectivity and modern buttons, it launches January 30 for £29.99. Read the full story.
London Film Awards: 'One Battle After Another' Dominates
Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' sweeps the London Critics' Circle Film Awards nominations with nine nods. Discover the full list of contenders and the celebration of human creativity over algorithms.
Classic 'Traumatising' Film Watership Down on Amazon Prime
The 1978 animated film Watership Down, infamous for its dark scenes, is now available to stream on BFI Player via Amazon Prime Video. Discover why this 'children's' film shocked a generation.
Spielberg Classic 'Catch Me If You Can' Tops Netflix UK Charts
Steven Spielberg's acclaimed 2002 film 'Catch Me If You Can', starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, is now streaming on Netflix UK and climbing the charts. Discover why fans call it a secret Christmas classic.
Abdusattorov wins London Classic, England rallies in final rounds
Uzbek prodigy Nodirbek Abdusattorov triumphs at the XTX London Chess Classic with a phenomenal 3050 performance rating. Discover how England's players staged a dramatic comeback in the final rounds.
Panahi's New Film Exposes Iranian Brutality at Cannes
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
Love Actually Hits Netflix for Christmas 2025
The iconic 2003 festive film 'Love Actually' is now streaming on Netflix, delighting fans who call it the ultimate Christmas romantic comedy. Discover why this star-studded classic endures.
The Lost Original Boat from The African Queen
The original boat used in the classic film 'The African Queen' was scrapped, a fate revealed in a new biography of Katharine Hepburn. Discover the story of a lost cinematic icon.
Jodie Foster calls acting 'a cruel job' she never chose
At the Marrakech film festival, Jodie Foster reflects on her child actor start, the dangers for young performers, and why she'd never choose the profession now.
The Outsiders: A Secretly Gay Film Without Gay Characters
Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 coming-of-age drama 'The Outsiders' is re-examined as a foundational queer film, exploring its homoerotic subtext and impact on gay audiences. Discover the hidden narrative.
Jacinda Ardern Documentary Shows Human Side of Leadership
A new documentary portrait of New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern reveals a vulnerable, shrewd leader. The film tracks her premiership from 2017 to 2023. Read our review.
Friends to be removed from Netflix UK and Ireland this month
Beloved sitcom Friends is being removed from Netflix in the UK and Ireland on December 30, 2025, sparking fan outcry. Discover the details and where it might stream next.
American reveals hidden history in UK's royal postboxes
A Texan living in England shares fascinating secrets of British postboxes, from royal cyphers to a famous tree-wrapped pillar box in London. Discover the history on your street corner.
British Independent Film Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover all the winners from the 2025 British Independent Film Awards ceremony in London, including Pillion's four victories and special honours for Emily Watson and Warp Films.
David Lynch's Blue Velvet Now Streaming on Netflix
David Lynch's controversial 1986 masterpiece, Blue Velvet, is now streaming on Netflix. The film, starring Kyle MacLachlan and Dennis Hopper, is considered one of the greatest films of all time.
1928 Thames Flood: 14 Dead, Thousands Homeless
Haunting look back at the 1928 Thames flood that killed 14 and left thousands homeless. Discover the forgotten story of London's last major flood. Read more.
Hook: Spielberg's Classic Hits Amazon Prime UK
Steven Spielberg's beloved 1991 film Hook, starring Robin Williams, is now free for Amazon Prime subscribers in the UK. Relive the magic of Neverland today!
New Doubts Over JMW Turner's Mother's Mental Illness
Fresh evidence questions whether JMW Turner's mother was genuinely mentally ill or simply 'difficult', after being committed to Bethlem asylum. Re-examine this art history controversy.
Sindarov, 19, becomes youngest Chess World Cup winner
Uzbek teenager Javokhir Sindarov defeats China's Wei Yi to claim knockout World Cup title in Goa, securing $120,000 prize and qualification for 2026 Candidates tournament in Cyprus.
Sydney Sweeney's 'Christy' Delivers a Knockout Blow
Sydney Sweeney shines in the boxing biopic 'Christy', proving her acting chops beyond the celebrity headlines. Discover the real story behind the film.
The 20 Best Films Set on Water – Ranked!
Dive into our definitive ranking of the 20 greatest films set on ships, boats and barges. From Jaws to Titanic, discover which aquatic masterpiece claims the top spot.
Sirāt: Overpraised Cannes Film Divides Audiences
Oliver Laxe's Cannes prize-winning film Sirāt, starring Sergi López, divides critics with its desert quest narrative. Is this the year's most overpraised movie? Read our review.
£750m Marlow Film Studios approved by ministers
Labour government greenlights major £750m Hollywood-style film studio in Buckinghamshire, creating 4000 jobs and signalling pro-growth planning policy shift.
London's £1bn Film Studios Plan with 500 Homes
A £1bn film and TV studio complex, the Camden Film Quarter, is planned for Kentish Town. The project promises world-class facilities and 500 affordable homes, sparking local debate.
PS2 at 25: The Franchises That Survived and Fell
Celebrating the PlayStation 2's 25th UK anniversary, we explore the iconic game franchises that are still going strong today and those that time forgot. Discover gaming history.
Netflix adds Oscar-winning film 'The Holdovers'
Netflix has surprise-released the Oscar-winning film 'The Holdovers', a 1970s-set drama hailed as a new Christmas classic. Stream this moving story of connection now.
The Wizard of Oz's Enduring Pop Culture Reign
Discover how the 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz continues to captivate global audiences, from immersive Vegas shows to new musical adaptations like Wicked: For Good.
Hidden Gem Sci-Fi Series You Need to Watch
Discover six brilliant but overlooked sci-fi thrillers recommended by Metro readers, from space adventures to time-travel mysteries. Perfect for your next binge-watch session!
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