Rogue Reviews

Legendary filmmaker Christopher Nolan tackles the ancient world with this epic adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey. The story follows the Greek king Odysseus (Matt Damon) on his perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War, facing mythical creatures and personal demons along the way. The film features an all-star ensemble cast including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyo...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Indian Epics : With the arrival of The Odyssey in cinema’s, David and Gary take a look at two Indian epics and how they compare to today's Hollywood’s blockbusters. -  Ponniyan Selvan (2022) : A two-part historical drama direc...

The latest instalment in the Evil Dead horror franchise, directed by Sébastien Vaniček, takes the demonic chaos to a secluded house where a grieving family finds themselves under attack. The film stars Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Erroll Shand, and Maude Davey. We discuss whether this new entry relies too heavily on a generic formula, why the franchise's signatur...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Sony will remove 551 movies : Sony will be deleting 551 movies from their catalogue on the 1 September 2026. So, when you pay money for a digital product like a movie or a game and your purchase is later removed, did you ever own that movie or ga...

A nameless CIA agent is pulled into a strange reality-bending world. Armed only with the word Tenet, he learns how to invert time and must stop a world-shattering catastrophe from happening. The film stars David Washington, Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki and Kenneth Branagh. Spoiler discussion:  With Christopher Nolan’s epic take on Homer's Odyssey arriving in cinema’...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Minions & Monsters (2026) : This new addition to the MBU (Minions Banana! Universe) follows the antics of James and Henry in 1920s Hollywood, as they search for terrifying monsters to feature in their monster movie. Lots of fun and mischief to entertain the...

The next instalment in James Gunn's DC Universe follows Superman's cousin, Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock), on a cosmic quest for revenge alongside her dog, Krypto. Directed by Craig Gillespie, this sci-fi action film sees Supergirl crossing paths with a dangerous new enemy and teaming up with the unpredictable bounty hunter Lobo (Jason Momoa). The film also stars Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, Davi...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Never Change! (2026) : David found this goofy comedy on Prime Video. Former high school seniors who are now in the 30s return to North Meadows High to complete their final year of education. -  Now You See Me: Now You Don’t (2...

Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg returns to the world of UFOs and extraterrestrials with this action-packed sci-fi thriller. The story follows a cybersecurity expert (Josh O'Connor) who stumbles upon a massive global conspiracy and teams up with a meteorologist (Emily Blunt) to expose a government cover-up involving alien life. The film also stars Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo. W...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Plan 9 from Outer Space (1958) : Gary stumbled upon this cult classic by director Ed Wood on Prime Video. The story is crazy; UFOs are flying around, aliens are resurrecting humans as vampires, and it’s&nbs...

Directed by Travis Knight, this live-action fantasy adventure brings the iconic 80s toy line and cartoon back to the big screen. The story follows Adam (Nicholas Galitzine), a young man living on Earth who must return to his home planet of Eternia to save it from the evil sorcerer Skeletor (Jared Leto). To do so, he must embrace his destiny as He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe. The fil...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Starcrash (1978) : This movie is rubbish. However, its so bad it’s good. You can watch this 1970s low-budget sci-fi disaster unfold on Prime Video, complete with dodgy spaceships, whacky robots, mind-bending special effects and a story so bonkers it might just bright...

Directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons in his feature-length debut, this psychological sci-fi horror expands upon his viral YouTube web series. The story follows Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a furniture store owner who discovers a seemingly endless dimension of liminal spaces in his basement. Alongside his therapist Mary (Renate Reinsve), he descends into a labyrinth of unsettling, yellow-wallpapered r...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Power of Grayskull: The Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2017) : An interesting documentary that charts the rise and fall of the iconic toy that dominated the industry in the 1980s.&...

A feature-length, theatrical continuation of the hit Disney+ series, this Star Wars film follows Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu as they take on a high-stakes rescue mission for a powerful Hutt family in exchange for critical intelligence on a New Republic target. We discuss whether this feels like a true cinematic event or more like an extended episode of the show, praise...

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Jules (2023) : A lonely man befriends an alien and runs into trouble when his two neighbours and the government find out. - Scary Movie (2026): This new comedy from the horror parody franchise sees two friends encountering monsters, supernatural entities and killers....

Denis Villeneuve returns with the conclusion to the first half of Frank Herbert’s landmark sci-fi novel. Picking up after the events of Part One, Paul Atreides and his mother Lady Jessica seek refuge among the Fremen of Arrakis while the forces that destroyed House Atreides close in. We discuss how Villeneuve delivers on the epic scale, breathtaking visuals and action set pieces, praise the stando...

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Ponies (Season 1) : Gary dives into the 1970s-set spy thriller on Now TV/Sky Atlantic about two ordinary women (Emilia Clarke as Bea and Hayley Lu Richardson as Twila) who become CIA operatives after their husbands die under mysterious circumstances. - W...

We check out three very different new releases: Good Fortune, Aziz Ansari’s spiritual comedy about a down-on-his-luck man who swaps lives with a wealthy investor after a meddling angel (Keanu Reeves) intervenes; Hokum, a slow-burn Irish horror following a troubled novelist who checks into a remote inn rumoured to be haunted by a witch; and The Sheep Detectives, a charming family whodunit where a f...

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari (2022) : Gary watches the powerful Netflix documentary about the 2019 White Island volcanic eruption and dramatic rescue. Probably due to the excessive UK heat frying his brain during the recording, Gary – in his head –...

To celebrate our 100th episode, David takes on the daunting challenge of ranking his 100 personal favourite movies of all time - a subjective list based on nostalgia, rewatchability, emotional impact, and pure enjoyment rather than critical consensus. From Avengers: Endgame and Mr. & Mrs. Smith right through to classics like Jaws, Alien, The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Sh...

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Legends (Season 1) : Gary dives into the gripping Netflix series based on the real 1990s UK war on drugs, starring Steve Coogan as the head of an undercover customs unit. - Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026) : David checks out the charming Netflix drama...

A celebratory biopic chronicling Michael Jackson’s journey from his early days with the Jackson 5 to global superstardom. Jaafar Jackson (Michael’s real-life nephew) stars as the King of Pop, with Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo rounding out the cast. We discuss how the film follows the classic musical biopic formula - hitting all the expected beats while delivering strong...

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: -  Mortal Kombat II (2026):  Gary hits the cinema and finds a fun, action-packed sequel that delivers on the powers and fan-service. -  Apex (2026):  David checks out the Netflix thriller with Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton - a tense...

Lee Cronin delivers a fresh horror spin on the classic Universal monster franchise. When a young girl who vanished in the desert years earlier suddenly returns to her family, what should be a joyful reunion quickly turns terrifying as they realise she is not the same daughter they lost. We discuss how this version leans heavily into body horror, jump scares and an unsettling atmosphere rather than...