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Jun 16

Alex at the BFI Film on Film 1977 Star Wars Screening

By Nick CINEMA, EVENTS

Alex at the BFI Film on Film 1977 Star Wars Screening

George Lucas’ Star Wars (1977) is a Sci’Fi Adventure Movie that went on to shape the genres and the movie industry as a whole. Starring Mark Hamill as the main protagonist Luke Skywalker, a young farm boy who had stumbled upon an R2 Unit containing a plea for help and stolen plans that could aid the rebellion against their adversary The Galactic Empire.

I had the pleasure to view this film in one of it’s most earliest (publicly released) forms pulled straight from the BFI National Archive during their Film on Film Festival 2025, fantastically preserved on the original 1977 dye transfer IB Technicolor British release print. This was my first time ever seeing the original cut as I never had the opportunity to watch the originals or even the early home releases, quite a few edits had been made over the years from the addition of the “Episode 4, A New Hope” title to the special editions more drastic in-film alterations. Here none of that was present and for the first time in a long time I can confirm that “Han Shot First”, to which the whole audience during my screening erupted in cheers.

Big Thanks to the BFI for inviting me down to Southbank for this extremely rare showing, and for the sneak peek at the original continuity script for Star Wars.

BFI Film on Film, Film Festival 12/6/25 (12A) 5 Stars

Youth #Gottit View:

In the Sci-Fi fandom world – this was like having an Oasis ticket. Seing this iconic film as it was originally released has become something of a legendary thing over the decades. Fingers crossed Disney will release it one day to a much wider audience. Please, please for the 50th anniversary?!!!!

The Original 1977 Star Wars Teaser Trailer!!!

Jun 04

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Ballerina (From the World of John Wick)

By Nick CINEMA

Ballerina (From the World of John Wick) review by Con

In Cinemas 6/6/25 (15) 4.5 Stars

Youth #Gottit View:

I always go into spin off movies expecting to be a bit duped as a fan. But Ballerina is very much a John Wick film – nobody will be disappointed. Think Kill Bill with the characters of John Wick and that’s Ballerina – an absolutely incredible action film. Highly Recommended!!!

Con at the Ballerina World Premiere CLICK HERE!!!

Jun 04

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Ballerina – From the world of John Wick

By Nick CINEMA

Ballerina – From the world of John Wick review by Con

In Cinemas 6/6/25 (15) 4.5 Stars

Youth #Gottit View:

If you love the John Wick franchise you are in for a treat. This is every inch a John Wick movie – action packed, full of unique fight scenes and our John turns up just enough and with relevant reasons, to make fans feel like they’ve not been duped with another pointless spin-off. Kill Bill meets John Wick – Highly Recommended!!!

Con at the Ballerina World Premiere CLICK HERE!!!

May 27

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LEGO IDEAS – Twilight The Cullen House

By Nick CINEMA, PRODUCTS

LEGO IDEAS – Twilight The Cullen House review by Con

18 Bags to build!!!

The building process took us about seven hours. Although we are quite quick LEGO set builders!!!

The completed set splits into three sections for access to each floor!!!

Level One!!!

Level Two!!!

Level Three!!!

Seven exclusive Twilight Minifigures come with the set!!!

Two styles of hair for Jacob Minifigure!!!

Jacob in Wolf form figure!!!

Attach Bella to Edward’s back, for display climbing the tree!!!

Constucted Cullen House Front!!!

Back!!!

Available from all good retailers (18 Years+) 4 Stars

Youth #Gottit View:

If you are a Twilight fan, this is the must own collectable for your collection. It’s easy to build and looks stunning on display. Twilight fans will love this LEGO Set!!!!

May 23

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Con at the Ballerina World Premiere

By Nick CINEMA

Con at the Ballerina World Premiere!!!

Con with Rag ‘n’ Bone Man!!!

Ana de Armas!!! (Eve)

Keanu Reeves!!! (John Wick)

Norman Reedus!!! (Daniel Pine)

Robert Maaser!!! (Dex)

Ballerina – From the world of John Wick in Cinemas 6/6/25!!!

May 18

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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning

By Nick CINEMA

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning review by Alex

Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning is the eighth instalment in the Mission Impossible Franchise. Starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, the man willing to put everything on the line to save the world and look cool while doing so. Many familiar faces return from previous instalments, alongside our essential main crew from the previous instalment Dead Reckoning Part one and earlier.

I like that this instalment really ties everything together, even from the earlier films it all loops back into this franchise’s plot as a whole in ways that you did and didn’t expect. The characters feel truly alive and that even for the newer characters they are all really likeable in their own unique ways. With a powerful soundtrack to back up the film in it’s intense and emotional scenes, it’s a recipe for a great action filled movie watching experience.

I feel that Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning delivers everything new and existing fans could hope for, and then some. The soundtrack is excellent, absolutely stellar stunts, and as always a great cast to back it all up. I could definitely see this movie winning at some of the awards, and is a must watch for fans alike.

In Cinemas 21/5/25 (12A) 4 Stars

Youth #Gottit View:

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning comes with lots of fun moments, as we’ve all come to expect from the Mission Impossible franchise. It’s a bit long – but a solid addition to the series, with a fantastic finale.

Con meets the stars at the Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One UK Premiere CLICK HERE!!!

May 13

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Final Destination Bloodlines

By Nick CINEMA

Final Destination Bloodlines review by Alex

Final Destination: Bloodlines is the 6th instalment in the Supernatural Horror movie franchise: Final Destination. Stefani Reyes (played by Kaitlyn Santa Juana) is a college student who is plagued by a recurring nightmare from the perspective of her Grandmother, she returns home to her family to try and uncover more information about what may be in store for herself and her family.

I like how this film teases you of what’s coming ahead and how things are often times set in motion happening around the characters, I feel it helps to reinforce the supernatural element of the film and how pretty much everything is connected. The blood, gore, and other special effects were great as always, and the little nods to previous instalments (you’ll know ‘em when you see them) are great to see too.

It is a solid fit into the Supernatural / Horror genres and with Final Destination as a franchise you know what you’re in for and it doesn’t disappoint. Whether you’re returning to the franchise, brand new, or only watched the first film, you’re in for an entertaining watch. While I don’t see it as a major award winner, I’d say it’s definitely what the fans have been looking for and a great watch after a near 14 year hiatus since the previous instalment.

In Cinemas 14/5/25 (15) 4 Stars

Youth #Gottit View:

I personally like the Final Destination movies I’ve seen. I can’t say I’m a ‘Die-Hard’ fan, but I loved this new movie and it can be watched as a solo film, for anyone who’s never seen any of the others. It’s so self aware of what horror fans expect from it and offers such a fun cinamatic experince!!!

Alex at the Final Destination Bloodlines Screening Party CLICK HERE!!!