Bring Your Own Cinema Food

Bring Your Own Cinema Food

by Jen Gore Every time I get ready to go to the cinema, I scour my kitchen counter for treats and a bag of popcorn to bring along with me and I bring my own drink too. It’s never long before I get an incredulous look from a family member, friend or significant other and … Continue reading »

This Weekend:IFI do LGBT history month

This Weekend:IFI do LGBT history month

On February 2nd the IFI will show Did Anyone Notice Us?,an award winning documentary by Edmund Lynch, examining the gay rights culture here in Ireland over the years. The documentary shows how from 1973 to 1993 the LGBT people of Ireland campaigned to decriminalize sex between men,it also shows how in 1974 Radio Éireann broadcast the voices … Continue reading »

An Oscar Tribute To the Wrongfully Snubbed of 2013

An Oscar Tribute To the Wrongfully Snubbed of 2013

Everyone’s pissed at the Oscar people because their insane and ignored some of the best films,actors and actresses of the past year. Well, one film fan refuses to let these brilliant performances go un-praised. They should really just play this triuite video at the Oscars instead. Here’s to you, the snubbed of 2013.

Les Misérables: A visually epic, sweeping narrative

Les Misérables: A visually epic, sweeping narrative

Based on the musical of the same, which itself was based upon the Victor Hugo novel of the same name, Les Misérables has had a long trek from stage to screen, with film adaptations inhabiting the seven circles of Development Hell since the early 1980s. Directed by Tom Hooper (The King’s Speech), Les Misérables tells the … Continue reading »

Jurassic Park 4 Will Arrive In 2014

Jurassic Park 4 Will Arrive In 2014

Our glasses of water are trembling in anticipation for the release of Jurassic Park 4. The dino-film will be produced by Steven Spielberg with a yet-to-be-named director, and has a set release date for June 13,2014. The original Jurassic Park gets the 3D treatment and IMAX later this year when it gets re-released to our … Continue reading »

Oscar’s Last Christmas Movie Night at Wilde

Oscar’s Last Christmas Movie Night at Wilde

By Cora Quigley Like movies? Like Christmas? Like Christmas movies? Like watching Christmas movies in a jovial atmosphere alongside decadent surroundings not unlike that of ‘Wilde’ located on Wicklow Street, Dublin 2? Well, by golly you’re in for a treat! In the weeks coming up to Christmas, Oscar’s Movie Night is going to be Christmas … Continue reading »

‘Bite House’ at the Light House Cinema

‘Bite House’ at the Light House Cinema

By Cora Quigley This weekend as part of ‘Bite House’ and, possibly in retaliation to the Twilight fever about to hit our humble shores, the Light House Cinema will be screening two classic vampire films – ‘From Dusk Till Dawn’ and ‘The Lost Boys’. Both films basically serve as the antithesis to the breed of … Continue reading »

The Light House Cinema Book Club: The Shining

The Light House Cinema Book Club: The Shining

by Padraic Coffey Though revered among critics, Stanley Kubrick’s reputation as a cold, clinical filmmaker seems unlikely to dissipate, even in his death. An examination of his filmography exposes the erroneousness of such an argument; few could sit through Paths of Glory or Barry Lyndon without experiencing surges of pathos. That said, there are certain … Continue reading »

Benedict Cumberbatch Lands Brian Epstein Role

Benedict Cumberbatch Lands Brian Epstein Role

Cumberbitches have even more to be excited about now that Benedict has landed the role of the ‘fifth Beatle’ Mr.Brian Epstein, in a biopic about his life. Epstein played a major part in helping The Beatles become world famous but it wasn’t all fame & glory. He died in 1966 an unhappy closeted gay man … Continue reading »

Top 8 Classic Films for a Halloween Night In

Top 8 Classic Films for a Halloween Night In

By Kerrie Costello October is now well upon us, and it is one of my favourite, thanks to a combination of fallen orange  leaves and a surge in horror films. With films like The House At The End Of The Street and Paranormal Activity 4 released this month, there’s a lot going on cinema-wise to … Continue reading »

Oh the Horror!: IFI Horrorthon 2012

Oh the Horror!: IFI Horrorthon 2012

Calling all Film Jam horror fans! Looking for something to do this weekend? The October Bank Holiday weekend sees the return of the IFI’s annual Horrorthon film festival. Starting Thursday October 25th and running until Monday October 29th, this year’s programme boasts an amazing line-up of upcoming horror films, genre classics, industry documentaries, and a … Continue reading »

Drive-In Movies at Spirits of Meath Festival 2012

Drive-In Movies at Spirits of Meath Festival 2012

Finally we get to attend a drive-in movie, after years of seeing them in American films and seeing Danny be stranded at the drive-in and branded a fool,it’s our turn! From October 25th-21st at Tattersalls, Ratoath,Co.Meath, lovers of Halloween and horror can experience classic horror films on one of the world’s largest LED screens. Cuddle … Continue reading »

What Darth Vader Sounded Like Before James Earl Jones

What Darth Vader Sounded Like Before James Earl Jones

Darth Vader didn’t always sound like a cross between Mufasa from The Lion King and Stevie (black wheelchair kid) from Malcom In The Middle. There was a time before the change in voice over occurred, a time when Darth Vader sounded less menacing and more laid back. He was more Spaceballs than Star Wars.

‘Carrie’ Remake Teaser Trailer Blazes In

‘Carrie’ Remake Teaser Trailer Blazes In

We just revealed the first official Carrie poster featuring Chloe Grace Moretz as the troubled, paranormal, teen herself and now we bring you the teaser trailer. Some things should not be remade but we have a feeling that after this remake…you will know her name.

Frankenweenie: Burton’s Best Film in Years

Frankenweenie: Burton’s Best Film in Years

by Michelle McGlynn Tim Burton’s last few films have been disheartening to say the least, but he has returned to form somewhat with Frankenweenie. Not his best film by far, but it would appear that remaking his own short as a feature length stop-motion film has rekindled something in Burton. Victor Frankenstein (Charlie Tahan) is … Continue reading »

First Official ‘Carrie’ Remake Poster

First Official ‘Carrie’ Remake Poster

Chloe Grace Moretz stars as Carrie in the remake of Stephen King’s iconic novel. What do you think of the new Carrie? She’ll be wrecking lives and having a serious BF (bitch fit) on April 5th,2013.

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice..: At the Sugar Club this October

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice..: At the Sugar Club this October

by Michelle McGlynn Our favourite bio-exorcist is making his way on to the big screen once again when the Sugar Club screens Beetlejuice on Tuesday October 23rd. Get yourself in the Halloween mood by attending Mean Screen’s night in the Sugar Club complete with a special Beetlejuice cocktail. Newlyweds Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara (Geena … Continue reading »

New Hitchcock Trailer- Make up and murder a plenty

New Hitchcock Trailer- Make up and murder a plenty

By Kerrie Costello   The new trailer for Hitchcock has just hit the internet! The film is directed by Sacha Gervasi, adapted from the book Alfred Hitchcock and the Making of Psycho by Stephen Rebello.  In 2008 Gervasi directed Anvil! The Story of Anvil, the award winning documentary, but this will be Gervasi’s narrative feature … Continue reading »

Fashion At The Golden Globes

Fashion At The Golden Globes

The Golden Globes have come and gone, and though many see the awards show as little more than a prelude to the Oscars, it still offers entertainment, prestigious awards, and of course – fashion gossip. In fact, fashion is one of the most consistent elements of film awards shows from year to year. No matter … Continue reading »