Man on Fire Review: Gloomy Action Show Lacks Fun
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II stars in Netflix's Man on Fire, a serious take on the revenge thriller. While his performance is formidable, the show's grim tone undermines the absurd action.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II stars in Netflix's Man on Fire, a serious take on the revenge thriller. While his performance is formidable, the show's grim tone undermines the absurd action.
Guardian Australia's picture editor selects three standout photos for April: a record-breaking athlete, a celebrity court shot, and an awe-inspiring image of Earth.
Highlights of Kyotographie 2025 include Daido Moriyama's retrospective, Linder Sterling's feminist collages, and Ernest Cole's apartheid documentation. The festival runs until May 17.
This documentary profiles Paul Di'Anno, Iron Maiden's original singer, but his irascible nature makes it a challenging watch. Archive footage shines, but his difficult personality dominates.
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RecommendedMartina Hefter's award-winning novel about a dancer baiting love scammers feels overwritten and underfelt in English translation, despite a compelling premise.
Forbidden Solitaire blends classic card game with meta horror, recreating 1990s PC aesthetics and delivering a compulsive, strategic battle against monsters.
A family cat lost during a move from California to Georgia was reunited with his owners after seven years, thanks to a microchip. The cat, Dodger, was found in Madera, California, and flown to his family.
At 50, Charlize Theron stars as a female action hero in Netflix's 'Apex', proving age is no barrier to leading thrilling roles and inspiring audiences.
The 40th anniversary re-release of Highlander proves this epic, silly, and fun 80s blockbuster with dodgy accents is still a cult classic.
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RecommendedAneil Karia, Oscar-winning director, skewers Reform-style candidates in his new short film Vote Gavin Lyle, starring Jack Lowden, released via WeTransfer's WePresent.
Review of Nancy Holt's exhibition at Goodwood Art Foundation, featuring monumental outdoor works and indoor pieces that explore cosmic connections.
Ted, the beloved dog from BBC series Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing, has died at 13. He appeared since 2020 and authored a Sunday Times bestseller.
With wine prices rising, it's time to look beyond fashionable appellations. Discover overlooked regions like Franciacorta and Languedoc for affordable, high-quality wines.
Explore the wildest fan theories about HBO Max's hit medical drama The Pitt, from AI-caused deaths to vampire doctors and secret romances.
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RecommendedA review of 'Unnatural Harmony: Sounds of Lee Alexander McQueen' at Royal Festival Hall, featuring music inspired by the designer, but the genre clash feels superficial and under-rehearsed.
As Al Pacino turns 86, we rank his greatest screen performances, from The Godfather to Dog Day Afternoon, and debate which Godfather film is best.
Family recipes are more than ingredients; they are living traditions that evolve with each cook. Learn why chasing perfection may miss the joy of adaptation and passing on memories.
Raghu Rai, the acclaimed Indian photographer and Magnum member, has died at 83. His five-decade career captured India's grand and intimate life, from Bhopal to Mother Teresa.
A roundup of striking images from around the world on April 30, including a bus rescue in Paris, samurai celebrations in Japan, and environmental beauty in China.
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RecommendedFran Kranz's play Mass, now at Donmar Warehouse, follows two couples meeting after a school shooting, exploring restorative justice and grief.
Sotheby's to auction masterpieces by Klimt, Matisse, Freud from billionaire Joe Lewis's collection, expected to exceed £150m in June.
A new trailer for One Night Only shows a meet-cute set on the one night a year single people can legally have sex, raising bizarre questions.
The Festival of Britain opened in 1951 with King George VI declaring it a symbol of Britain's courage. Despite rain, crowds gathered on the South Bank for the futuristic exhibition.
Luke Kennard, Sophie Ratcliffe, and Guardian readers discuss the books they enjoyed in April, from Claire Powell's 'All In' to Benjamin Myers' 'Jesus Christ Kinski'.
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RecommendedMake the most of the May bank holiday with our curated selection of spring essentials, including home, travel, drinks, garden, outdoor, beauty, and fashion picks.
Sarah Wynn-Williams reads her memoir of seven years at Facebook, blending dark humor and astonishment at a culture where ethics were secondary to expansion.
Melanie C answers fan questions about Spice Girls mania, raver days, impostor syndrome, her date with Anthony Kiedis, and her new clubby album Sweat.
Banksy has confirmed a new statue in London depicting a man marching with a flag covering his face, installed secretly in Waterloo Place.
Hitman developer IO Interactive unveils 007 First Light, a pluralistic take on James Bond offering multiple playstyles and a young spy for all eras. Coming May 27.
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RecommendedSix former ballet dancers share their bold career transitions, transferable skills, and what they miss about the stage.