Rogue Reviews

Everything Everywhere All At Once is an imaginative blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and family drama. Stressed-out Chinese immigrant Evelyn (Michelle Yeoh) frantically navigates the multiverse to connect with the lives she could have led, and in the process, save existence. We chat about the film’s unconventional marketing, which built buzz through word-of-mouth, and highlight the emotional depth brough...

Gladiator II is the long-awaited sequel to Ridley Scott’s 2000 classic. With a new story, fresh gladiator, and a star-studded cast, including Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, the film promises big spectacle. Full of action, stunning visuals, and impressive CGI, we question whether the film relies too much on familiar tropes and fails to stand out. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urba...

Christmas action-comedy Red One brings together a star-studded cast, mixing action with festive cheer as Callum (Dwayne Johnson) and Jack (Chris Evans) team up to rescue Santa Claus. While there’s no shortage of high-energy moments, we dive into the film’s predictability, rushed character development, and missed opportunities to create something truly memorable. Despite some entertaining performan...

Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, with Hugh Grant delivering a captivating performance in a role far from his usual, Heretic is a chilling psychological thriller. The film follows two young missionaries who are drawn into a tense psychological battle with a sinister figure, leading to deep questions about faith, control, and manipulation. We explore the film’s slow-burn tension, where dialog...

When Smile came out in 2022, we thought it was a great horror movie and enjoyed its unsettling atmosphere. We weren't alone, as it became a runaway hit with audiences across the world. The story continues with Smile 2, which follows pop star Sky Riley, whose haunting visions threaten to unravel her grasp on both her career and her sanity. From Sky’s complex character arc to the film’s clever use o...

Dungeons & Dragons has rarely translated well from the tabletop to the big screen. Previous attempts often ended in campy costumes, dodgy CGI and forgettable dialogue. This time around, Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves took an entirely different approach, with a well-crafted world full of colourful characters, it broke the mould, with its high stakes fun and character-driven storyt...

Ben Mears, a writer returns to his childhood hometown of Jerusalem's Lot, Maine. 25 years have passed and things have changed. He soon discovers an ancient evil has come to town and is turning the residents into vampires. Salem's Lot is Gary Dauberman's adaption of the Stephen King's chilling novel which itself has been adapted several times over the decades. Filled with nostalgia, critique, and i...

Twelve strangers wake up in a clearing. They don't know where they are. They don't know how they got there. They don't know who the eleven other people are. Then the bullets start flying. The Hunt is a razor-sharp action thriller, directed by Craig Zobel and starring the phenomenal Betty Gilpin as non-nonsense Crystal, alongside Hilary Swank, Ike Barinholtz, and Ethan Suplee. A somewhat controvers...

Moving the mayhem from Woodsboro to New York, the survivors of the last film find themselves once again targeted by a new Ghostface in Scream VI. The urban jungle provides its own set of challenges as the movies iconic killer goes all out to land a kill. As always, Scream VI plays with genre tropes, and we debate whether its signature meta-commentary still packs a punch. Rogue Reviews is produced...

In 2019 the psychological thriller Joker took the world by storm. A self-contained film, it told the story of Arthur Fleck and his lonely descent into madness. When a sequel was announced, it raised the question of, where exactly would the story go? We got the answer when Joker: Folie à Deux hit cinemas in 2024. Suffice to say, with a new musical twist and the addition of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn...

Chris Hemsworth's action movie Extraction was one of the first films we reviewed way back in 2020. It was a good movie with a great car chase that showcased director Sam Hargraves impeccable knowledge of stunt direction. Extraction 2 sees Chris Hemsworth reprising his role as Tyler Rake and this sequel amps up the intensity, delivering breathtaking stunts and gripping character moments. With stunn...

We review two streaming films and one cinema release. Our first film is The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024), Guy Ritchie’s Second World War adventure starring Henry Cavill. Action-packed with some surprising humour, and Ritchie’s signature style. Next up, we explore Blink Twice (2024), Zoe Kravitz’s gripping directorial debut. This psychological thriller keeps you guessing, with Naomi Ack...

Reclusive novelist Elly Conway is being monitored by a sinister organisation who believes the plots of her spy books resemble their own activities rather to closely. When Aidan turns up, her life is turned upside down as she is reluctantly dragged into the world of espionage. Directed by Matthew Vaughan, Argylle blends comedy, action, and intrigue in unexpected ways. We chat about the film’s tone...

Directed by Lee Cronin, this urban twist on the demonic saga follows two estranged sisters battling evil forces in a high-rise apartment, a fresh departure from the franchise’s traditional cabin setting. We have a chat about the franchise and its characters, and how Evil Dead Rise maintains the raw energy of the originals. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 06 October 20...

We have a chat - with spoilers - about season two of From. If you have been following the series, you probably have your own thoughts on what is going on, and if you would like to see if we have come to the same conclusion as you, stop on by, grab a cuppa, and have a listen. If you haven't watched From, then we highly recommend it if you like horror mystery series and enjoy working out what is goi...

We have a full-on discussion - including spoilers - about the first season of From. If you have watched the first season and would like to know our thoughts before watching season two then join us as we try and work out what the heck is going on. If you haven't watched the show, then the premise is an interesting one: newcomers find themselves trapped in a town surrounded by ominous woods and mena...

In this spoiler review, we jump into the cinematic powerhouse that is RRR, an Indian film directed by S.S. Rajamouli that has taken the world by storm. Set in 1920s British-ruled India, this film follows two unforgettable protagonists on opposing missions. We share our initial hesitations about watching RRR, and how word-of-mouth praise finally convinced us to experience its jaw-dro...

In 2142 a group of young space colonists scavenge a derelict space station and encounter a terrifying life form. Alien: Romulus (2024) is the latest installment in the franchise and directed by Fede Álvarez and takes place between the 1979 classic Alien and its 1986 sequel Aliens. We debate the film's strengths and weaknesses, from its eerie atmosphere and intense score to its character dynamics,...

We have a chat about five movies that have caught our attention. We kick things off with Godzilla Minus One, a film that takes the iconic monster genre and grounds it in a character-driven narrative against the haunting backdrop of post-war Japan. Next, we tackle The Beekeeper, an action-packed thrill ride that's as entertaining as familiar. Then we shift gears to Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, a b...

Cooper is with his teen daughter at a pop concert when he begins to notice strange things are happening: the police are here in force, and the stadium staff are on high alert. There must be a reason. Trap is the newest film from director M. Night Shyamalan, and we explore the film's plot, characters, and unique storytelling, revealing how the early disclosure of the serial killer's identity, playe...

An unhinged mercenary wearing an unbearably tight red suit, and intent on saving his universe, relentlessly badgers a lethargic superhero wearing an unbearably tight yellow suit, who just wants to be left alone. We watch the movie and have a chat. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 08 August 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

In a world where movie reviews are either black or white, we bring you the shades of grey. Welcome to Rogue Reviews, the podcast where honest film talk reigns supreme.  We dive into everything from the latest blockbusters to hidden gems on Netflix, Amazon and beyond. Whether you're unsure about that new movie at the theatre or overwhelmed by endless streaming options, we're here to help you f...