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- DirectorChris WeitzPaul WeitzStarsHugh GrantNicholas HoultToni ColletteWill, who attends single parent meetings to woo women, meets Marcus, a troubled 12-year-old boy. As they become friends, Will learns to be responsible while he helps Marcus with his studies.I thoroughly enjoyed FOUR WEDDINGS & A FUNERAL. Then I vaguely enjoyed NINE MONTHS (please don't think less of me). Then Hugh cheated on the divine Miss Hurley and like many people, I lost all respect for him. Then I was forced to watch ABOUT A BOY against my will and I found myself enjoying it so much that I instantly forgave Hugh for not wanting to disrespect Liz's mouth and opting to insert his member in the mouth of a hideous prozzie instead. Quite frankly Liz should be ashamed of herself for being so high-maintenance. Get ya gob round it Lizzie!
PLEASE NOTE: I apologise if I sound crass for the sake of crass... but you've obviously got me all wrong... I really am this shallow :p - DirectorMichael WinterbottomStarsSteve CooganJeremy NorthamRob BrydonDirector Michael Winterbottom (Northam) attempts to shoot the adaptation of Laurence Sterne's essentially unfilmable novel, "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman."Directed by Michael Winterbottom, TRISTRAM SHANDY stars that guy who got blown up at the start of TROPIC THUNDER and that dude from THE WORST WEEK OF MY LIFE (Fact Check Required). If you enjoyed THE TRIP, you'll love A COCK AND BULL STORY. If you've never seen THE TRIP... I've got some homework for you :)
- DirectorMark MylodStarsSacha Baron CohenEmilio RiveraGina La PianaAli G unwittingly becomes a pawn in the Chancellor's plot to overthrow the Prime Minister of Great Britain. However, Ali is embraced by the nation as a voice of the youth, making the PM and his government more popular than ever.Isn't it?
- DirectorIan MacNaughtonStarsJohn CleeseMichael PalinGraham ChapmanAn anthology of the best sketches from the first and second seasons of Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969).Adopt, adapt and improve. Motto of the round table. Well... just a pair of panties then please.
- DirectorSteve GordonStarsDudley MooreLiza MinnelliJohn GielgudAlcoholic billionaire playboy Arthur Bach must marry a woman he does not love, or he will be cut off from his $750,000,000 fortune. But when Arthur falls in love with a poor waitress, he must decide if he wants to choose love or money.The remake with Russell Brand is also rather good... in my opinion. Don't be deterred if you disagree :p
- DirectorRay CameronStarsKenny EverettVincent PricePamela StephensonSix scientists investigate a strange phenomenon at the creepy Headstone Manor, the site of a mysterious massacre years earlier that took the lives of 18 guests in one night.It's very out-dated... it's very silly... and it's very good... in a bad way. A tender-loving horror spoof with brilliant performances from everyone involved, especially the late great Kenny Everett, particularly the later greater Vincent Price (who'd probably prefer that we forgot all about this film) and specifically Dr Pamela Stephenson (aka Mrs Billy Connelly) in a rather revealing role. There's nothing funny about rape... unless you're being raped by a ghost who's got all the right moves.
- DirectorRichard CurtisStarsPhilip Seymour HoffmanBill NighyNick FrostA band of rogue DJs that captivated Britain, playing the music that defined a generation and standing up to a government that wanted classical music, and nothing else, on the airwaves.Many people consider this to be one of Richard Curtis' weaker efforts. Firstly, they initially said the same thing about LOVE, ACTUALLY. Secondly, the cast is beyond brilliant. Thirdly, the Pirate Radio story needed to be told. Fourthly, the soundtrack is awesome... because "Love Is All Around Me" isn't on it :p
In my opinion, it probably didn't fare too well at the box office or with the critics because women aren't exactly portrayed in the best light. They're all fickle, heartless sluts... except for the lesbian :D
TRIPPY TRIVIA: Did you know that Smooth Bob from the early EARLY morning slot is also Del Preston from Wayne's World 2?
"But the shopkeeper and his son... that was a different story all together. I had to beat them to death with their own shoes." - DirectorPaul KingStarsEdward HoggSimon FarnabyVerónica EcheguiA young shut-in takes an imaginary road trip inside his apartment, based on mementos and memories of a European trek from years before.From the fabulous freaks behind THE MIGHTY BOOSH comes this surreal tale that's well worth a bash. Starring Edward Hogg & Simon Farnaby with special appearances by Boosh's best and brightest including; Richard Ayoade, Julian Barratt, Noel Fielding & Rich Fulcher.
- DirectorMark BussellJustin SbresniStarsAlexander ArmstrongDarren BoydAnna ChancellorThe assistant manager of a seaside hotel is left to run the building over the Christmas period.It's about time the Brit's had their own equivalent of NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION to repeat ad nauseum during the festive season... ummm... besides LOVE, ACTUALLY :s
Starring Alexander Armstrong (I'm pretty sure he's "Armstrong" from The Armstrong & Miller Show), Darren Boyd (The guy who should have received an Oscar for his portrayal of John Cleese in Holy Flying Circus), Anna Chancellor (Duck-Face from Four Weddings & A Funeral), Barbara Flynn (Fitz's cracking wife from Cracker), Sam Kelly (Manny's Moo-Pa from Black Books), Tim Key (The piss-funny chap who simply cannot believe that Warwick Davis wasn't in Time Bandits), Alex MacQueen (Neil's "Bumder" of a father from The Inbetweeners), Katherine Parkinson (From half the British comedies worth mentioning) & Peter Vaughan (The old man who poos on the young man's hand in Death At A Funeral) :D - DirectorPaul Andrew WilliamsStarsAndy SerkisReece ShearsmithJennifer EllisonA tough, cute woman is kidnapped for ransom and brought to a rural English cottage. David and two morons have way more to worry about than her crime boss stepdad, his two Asian killers and her.WARNING: THIS IS A PITCH BLACK HORROR COMEDY!
It starts out like a really funny Guy Ritchie film but it soon turns out to be like a really unfunny Tobe Hooper film.
Starring Andy Serkis (Gollum & King Kong), Reece Shearsmith (The League Of Gentlemen & Psychoville) with Steven O'Donnell (Spudgun from Bottom) & a special appearance by Doug Bradley (Pinhead). See if you can spot him.
ONE WORD: "MOTHS" ;)
See also;- GRABBERS
- INBRED
- SEVERANCE
- SIGHTSEERS
- DirectorDeclan LowneyStarsBrian ConleyRob BrydonSteve CooganThe former stars of a TV sci-fi series are reunited for a cruise with members of their fan club.For fans of THE Steve Coogan, THE Rob Brydon & A David Walliams :p
See also THE TRIP and TRISTRAM SHANDY: A COCK AND BULL STORY. - DirectorFrank OzStarsMatthew MacfadyenPeter DinklageEwen BremnerChaos ensues when a man tries to expose a dark secret regarding a recently deceased patriarch of a dysfunctional British family.It craps all over the arm of the unnecessary American remake!
- DirectorTerry JonesStarsTim RobbinsJohn CleeseMickey RooneyErik the Viking and his men travel across the sea to find Valhalla to ask the gods to end the Age of Ragnarok.FUN FACT: Based on a bunch of stories that MONTY PYTHON's Terry Jones concocted to entertain his kids.
FUNNER FACT: Terry also wrote the screenplay for a little flick known as LABYRINTH.
FUNNEST FACT: Tim "Shawshank" Robbins who plays the lead role of Erik often hosts "FOUR LIONS PARTIES" because he loves that movie so much :D - DirectorCrispian MillsChris HopewellStarsSimon PeggPaul FreemanAmara KaranA crime novelist whose research on Victorian serial killers has turned him into a paranoid wreck must confront his worst fears when a film executive takes a sudden interest in his movie script.If you enjoy this film, I strongly recommend HAUNTED HONEYMOON with GENE WILDER... and/or vice versa.
- DirectorRobert YoungFred SchepisiStarsJohn CleeseJamie Lee CurtisKevin KlineZookeepers struggle to deal with the policies of changing directors.A FISH CALLED WANDA was a hard act to follow. If you think you're so bloody hilarious, why don't you try collaborating with geniuses and then reuniting a decade later to make something better?! I'd like to see you try :p
- DirectorIan FitzgibbonStarsDylan MoranMark DohertyKeith AllenA broke, jobless actor and a broke, jobless screenwriter set out to make a movie and then find that life starts imitating art.It's got Dylan Moran in it. Nuff said?
- DirectorChristopher MorrisStarsWill AdamsdaleRiz AhmedAdeel AkhtarFour incompetent British terrorists set out to train for and commit an act of terror.An instant classic conceived by my Facebook chums Jesse Armstrong & Sam Bain who created PEEP SHOW & FRESH MEAT.
Check out my description of ERIK THE VIKING. - DirectorMike NewellStarsHugh GrantAndie MacDowellJames FleetOver the course of five social occasions, a committed bachelor must consider the notion that he may have discovered love.Hugh should've got married to Fiona (Kristen Scott Thomas) and told Carrie (Andie MacDowell) and Duck-Face (Anna Chancellor) to totally go *beep* themselves. Although having said that... the whole "agreeing not to marry me thing" is relatively good too. I'll allow it.
Btw SPOILER ALERT :p - DirectorGareth CarrivickStarsChris O'DowdMarc WoottonDean Lennox KellyWhile drinking at their local pub, three social outcasts attempt to navigate a time-travel conundrum.A rather unique and underrated Sci-Fi Pom-Com featuring Chris O'Dowd (The IT Crowd, Bridesmaids, This is 40), Marc Wootton (Nighty Night, Gavin & Stacey, Way To Go), Dean Lennox Kelly (The Worst Week Of My Life, Shameless, Frankie) and Anna Faris (Sacry Movie, House Bunny, I Give It A Year).
- DirectorJon WrightStarsKillian CoyleStuart GrahamMichael HoughWhen an island off the coast of Ireland is invaded by bloodsucking aliens, the heroes discover that getting drunk is the only way to survive.An underrated little gem starring Richard Coyle (Jeff Murdoch from Coupling). Imagine if the only way to avoid an inexplicable alien-esque attack... was to attack your own liver and get totally $h!+-faced?
- DirectorAdrian EdmondsonStarsRik MayallAdrian EdmondsonBill NighyRichie and Eddie, a perverted loser and his alcoholic partner-in-crime, run the worst hotel in Britain: the Guest House Paradiso.Do I really need to add a description?
It's 4.5 stars worth of Rik & Ade at their absolute best with memorable early performances by Vincent Cassel, Bill Nighy & Simon Pegg.
PLEASE NOTE: I've deducted half a star because the last 10-odd minutes worth of the film where everyone is spewing uncontrollably is a tad too silly for my liking. I expect more sophisticated humour from Rik & Ade :p
"Oh and... have... a... nice... day." - DirectorGarth JenningsStarsMartin FreemanYasiin BeySam RockwellMere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, journeyman Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."If you're a die-hard fan of the original books/series then I can understand why you might feel slightly cheated by this Hollywood-ized big screen adaptation... but I still reckon it's well worth probing.
- DirectorJustin KerriganStarsJohn SimmLorraine PilkingtonShaun ParkesFive youngsters embrace the 90s clubbing scene on a drug-fuelled weekend of partying in Cardiff.Possibly the best film ever made about the ecstasy culture.
NICE ONE BRUVVA!!! SAFE AS *beep* - DirectorDan MazerStarsRose ByrneRafe SpallAlex MacqueenNewlywed couple Nat and Josh are deliriously happy despite their differences, though friends and family aren't convinced that they can last. With their first anniversary approaching and attractive alternatives in the mix, can they last?Hands down the Best British Romantic Comedy since the last Best British Romantic Comedy :p
- DirectorBen PalmerStarsJames BuckleyBlake HarrisonJoe ThomasFour socially troubled 18-year-olds from the south of England go on holiday to Malia.A lot of Inbetweeners fans seemed to be disappointed by this big screen outing but my only complaint was that they tried too hard to give the characters depth. Apart from that I reckon it was well wicked.
- DirectorNiall JohnsonStarsRowan AtkinsonKristin Scott ThomasMaggie SmithA pastor preoccupied with writing the perfect sermon fails to realize that his wife is having an affair, and his children are up to no good.This pitch black comedy took me roughly from behind. I was blown away by how enjoyable it was. I'd still be raving about it... even if I didn't catch a glimpse of the little girl from Sir Gadabout's knockers.
- DirectorSteve BendelackStarsMark GatissSteve PembertonReece ShearsmithThe notorious fictional town of Royston Vasey is under threat and its inhabitants are forced to leave."How many killings are there?"
"LOADS!" - DirectorRichard CurtisStarsHugh GrantMartine McCutcheonLiam NeesonFollows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.Cheer up Rowan. I reckon your tiny little cameo was pretty good :p
- DirectorAndrew O'ConnorStarsRobert WebbDavid MitchellSarah HadlandA pair of rivaling stage magicians are forced to confront their falling out over a guillotine mishap when they compete in a magic competition.If you enjoyed THE PRESTIGE and/or NOW YOU SEE ME... ... ...you may or may not like this :p
- DirectorBen EltonHugh LaurieStarsHugh LaurieJoely RichardsonMatthew MacfadyenA comedy about a couple (Hugh Laurie and Joely Richardson) who are trying to conceive a child.INCONCEIVABLY INCREDIBLE!
- DirectorRoger MichellStarsHugh GrantJulia RobertsRichard McCabeA set of circumstances makes Anna Scott, a famous actress, fall in love with William Thacker, owner of a bookstore in Notting Hill. But the paparazzi's fascination with her complicates their bond.When Julia Roberts said that she was just a girl standing in front of a boy asking him to love her... my wellard Welsh mate Phil cried like a baby. I know that's not saying much :p
- DirectorJonathan LynnStarsEric IdleRobbie ColtraneCamille Coduri2 criminals want out but their boss kills those leaving. When the men are ordered to rob the triad, they keep the money and hide from the boss, triad and police at a convent, dressed as nuns.Where do I begin?!
- DirectorKenneth BranaghStarsHugh LaurieStephen FryEmma ThompsonSix former college friends, with two new friends, gather for a New Year's Eve weekend reunion at a large English countryside manor after ten years to reminisce about the good times now long gone.All hail some random American Comedienne called Rita Rudner for writing this hysterically heart-warming masterpiece, impeccably directed by Kenneth Brannagh and boasting a brilliant 80's soundtrack. It also boasts outstanding performances by Ken and Rita as well as Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Imelda Staunton and Emma Thompson. Go out of your way to catch up with PETER'S FRIENDS :)
- DirectorDavid SchwimmerStarsSimon PeggThandiwe NewtonHank AzariaFive years after jilting his pregnant fiancée on their wedding day, out-of-shape Dennis decides to run a marathon to win her back.David Schwimmer is awesome!
You heard me... and no... I haven't been drinking... much :p - DirectorNigel ColeStarsBrenda BlethynCraig FergusonMartin ClunesA small-town English widow, facing financial troubles after her husband's suicide, turns to agriculture of an illegal kind.JUST *beep* WATCH IT... especially if you're a fan of DOC MARTIN and/or cannabis ;)
- DirectorChristopher SmithStarsDanny DyerLaura HarrisTim McInnernyDuring a team-building retreat in the mountains a group of sales representatives are hunted down one by one.A brutal black Brit-com highly recommended to fans of SHAUN OF THE DEAD and HOT FUZZ.
See also;- BLOODBATH AT THE HOUSE OF DEATH
- THE COTTAGE
- GRABBERS
- INBRED
- KEEPING MUM
- SIGHTSEERS
- DirectorBen WheatleyStarsAlice LoweKenneth HadleySteve OramChris wants to show girlfriend Tina his world, but events soon conspire against the couple and their dream caravan holiday takes a very wrong turn.Produced by Edgar Wright, director of SHAUN OF THE DEAD and HOT FUZZ. A pitch black Brit-com highly recommended to fans of any or all of the following flicks;
- BLOODBATH AT THE HOUSE OF DEATH
- THE COTTAGE
- GRABBERS
- INBRED
- KEEPING MUM
- SEVERANCE
- DirectorRobert YoungStarsEric IdleRick MoranisBarbara HersheyA duke dies and leaves the title and wealth to his adult son. But who's the real son: the found baby raised in USA or the abandoned baby raised by a Hindi family in London? Comedy follows.Apart from the obvious talents of Eric Idle, Rick Moranis & (Introducing) John Cleese, SPLITTING HEIRS was also written by Eric and boasts a brilliant supporting cast including Catherine Zeta-Jones and Barbara Hershey.
- DirectorPeter RichardsonStarsAdrian EdmondsonJennifer SaundersPeter RichardsonA social inept man lies his way into the police believing he's a high-rolling drugs smuggler in échange for money and a holiday. Unfortunately for him, a very real drugs deal is happening at the very same place....It might be a tad outdated but nevertheless I strongly recommend it to fans of THE YOUNG ONES and THE COMIC STRIP PRESENTS.
- DirectorMel SmithStarsJeff GoldblumRowan AtkinsonEmma ThompsonA nasty comedian's assistant has allergy induced sneezes, giving problems at work, et cetera. He accepts weekly injections after seeing the cute nurse. After a dozen injections, he finally asks her out.Directed by the late, great Mel Smith and written by Richard Curtis, based on his own experiences as "The Other Man" in Rowan Atkinson's "One Man Shows". It also boasts an unforgettable soundtrack by MADNESS and beyond brilliant breakout performances by Jeff Goldblum and Emma Thompson which includes the most hilarious sex scene ever filmed.
- DirectorMichael TuchnerStarsGriff Rhys JonesMel SmithAlison SteadmanAn unlucky lecturer's wife goes missing and he's accused of her murder.It's a pitch black Brit-com by Smith & Jones. Nuff said?
- DirectorMel DamskiStarsGraham ChapmanPeter BoyleCheech MarinAfter serving two decades in prison, Yellowbeard (Graham Chapman) breaks out determined to recover the treasure that he buried so long ago, alongside his son, old crew, and the British Navy.The cast speaks for itself.
Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Peter Cook, Marty Feldman, Eric Idle, Spike Milligan, Cheech & Chong.
Written by Chapman & Cook. - DirectorBruce RobinsonStarsRichard E. GrantRachel WardRichard WilsonA cynical advertising exec has a block at work leading to a meltdown. He's hilariously out of control. Getting a big, talking boil on his shoulder doesn't help.
- DirectorDanny BoyleStarsKerry FoxChristopher EcclestonEwan McGregorThree friends discover their new flatmate dead but loaded with cash.
- DirectorJonathan GlazerStarsRay WinstoneBen KingsleyIan McShaneBrutal gangster Don Logan recruits "retired" safecracker Gal for one last job, but it goes badly for both of them.
- DirectorMike LeighStarsDavid ThewlisLesley SharpKatrin CartlidgeAn unemployed Mancunian vents his rage on unsuspecting strangers as he embarks on a nocturnal London odyssey.
- DirectorGary OldmanStarsRay WinstoneKathy BurkeCharlie Creed-MilesA rough, short-tempered patriarch of a working-class family sees his life and the relationships around him slowly unravel.
- StarsAndrew EllisAndrew ShimChanel CresswellChristmas 1988. Soulmates Woody and Lol find themselves in exile from each other and the gang. Trying to understand the definition 'growing up', Shaun begins a course at College, that quickly takes a wrong turn.
- StarsJames BurkeKenneth KendallBruce BoaFollow James Burke through the history of science and technology in this collection of 10 1-hour episodes, starting with "The Trigger Effect."