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Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUdSNc8jZyP/?igsh=MXhtM3VkamJ2bDYwZg== This cute little independent comedy, directed, written, and produced by Hikari, best known for their work on the popular series; 'Beef' , was a film I was very excited for this year, particularly when I saw that I had the chance to see it at the cinema. It looked like a real heartwarmer, and one that was very much up my alley. I was particularly keen on seeing another modern Brendan Fraser role

Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUatW-3DXdx/?igsh=MWdvN2tlbjJvb296Zg== As I've explored the varied and expansive world of classic horror films, there are a few filmmakers who stand out more than others. John Carpenter is perhaps the most obvious one, but the other is David Cronenberg; arguably the master of goopy and gross body horror. His work on 'The Fly' is particularly notable, but this early film had been on my radar for some time too. I really wasn't too su

Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUTGo3tjUOR/?igsh=OWY3bjVqeXIwOHQx Described as a 'state-of-the-nation satire' , this comedy directed by Park Chan-wook; one of the best South Korean filmmakers ever, was high on my cinema watchlist from the moment it was announced. I had absolutely loved Park's 2022 romantic thriller 'Decision To Leave' , as well as his infamous 2003 revenge film; 'Oldboy' , so my anticipation for this latest film was extremely high. I was already

Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUQhdUVDcpO/?igsh=MWo4ZzFtaHBmajBmaw== So many popular Western films have taken inspiration from, or have directly adapted, Japanese cinema, so I think it's always good to go back and watch the films that came first, if only for comparison. On this occasion, I chose Takashi Shimizu's cult classic supernatural horror film, which terrified audiences in Japan, before getting Hollywood treatment. It was inspired by the hugely successful