This week it’s all about going against the flow. We want to know about the films you love… that everyone else hates. And vice versa. What much hyped movies have left you cold? Are you still searching for the appeal of cult classics like Blade Runner, 2001: Space Odyssey and The Evil Dead? Do you think critical darling and fan …
Last week there was quite a divisive reaction to the trailer for Piranha 3DD. Some couldn’t wait for the purposefully stupid exploitation flick; others instantly dismissed it as a steaming turd… Given how heated the debate got, today’s question is: What do you think about Trash Cinema Tributes – all those movies like Machete, Piranha 3D, Hobo With a Shotgun …
This past weekend saw the announcement of the Best in Film at this year’s Oscars, as well as the Worst in Film at the 2012 Razzie Award Nominations. Now that everyone (was was interested) has had a chance to watch the Academy Awards ceremony, and the Award Season as a whole is drawing to a close, here’s your chance to …
It’s time to talk snacks… When you hit the cinema are you a classic popcorn and Coke kinda guy or gal? Or have you upgraded to the more premium iced coffee and muffin combo? Do you smuggle in your own sweets and drink, disgusted at the thought of paying R15 at the concessions stand for a 500ml bottle of water? …
Seeing as yesterday was Valentine’s Day, and we love all thing movie related, the topic of today’s Midweek Mouth-off is: Who is your big movie crush? It can be an actor or actress, or even a fictional character up there on the silver screen. Who sets your heart aflutter? Who can’t you look away from when they’re in frame? Who …
Today’s topic of discussion: Is there such a thing as too much media coverage for a movie before release? Is it possible to overhype a movie in advance, to the point that we’re sick of it… weeks or months before it even hits cinemas? Or are all the exclusive “reveals”, behind the scenes paparazzi pics and related online discussions part …
Last week we discussed what’s likely to be the biggest film of 2012. This week, barely 8 days after the 2012 Academy Award nominations were announced, the question is: Do you care about the Oscars – or movie award season in general? We know how James feels. Now it’s your turn to mouth off. Do you think that the Oscars …
There’s nothing like a good pop culture debate…. Harnessing your extensive, never useless, geek knowledge and channeling it into a devastating argument. Our sister gaming site Lazygamer has the Flamebait Friday Debate. Here at The Movies, starting from today, we have the movie-themed (duh!) Midweek Mouth-off. Your first topic up for discussion: What’s the biggest film of 2012? Of course …
Have you ever double-checked your doors at night because something just didn’t feel secure? …
A spooky European village. Properly scary castle mania. Vampires. Werewolves! The only thing more frightening, is a glimpse at your empty bank account when it comes to deciding whether or not you can grab Resident Evil Village this month. Capcom's successor to its long-running survival-horror franchise is finally out, and if you've read our review then you know the game is a winner on multiple levels.
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