October 16, 2026

On Digital

Meanwhile on Earth (15) |Close-Up Film Review
This is a first live action film from French animation film maker Jérémy Clapin – although it does have an animation element.

Meanwhile on Earth (15) |Close-Up Film Review

Carol Allen August 30, 2025
This is a first live action film from French animation film maker Jérémy Clapin – although it...
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Thunderbolts* (12) |Close-Up Film Review
Thunderbolts* is now sitting as film number 38 in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! The plot? Simple on paper, layered in execution.

Thunderbolts* (12) |Close-Up Film Review

Matthew Morlai Kamara June 19, 2025
Thunderbolts* is now sitting as film number 38 in the Marvel Cinematic Universe!  The  plot? Simple on paper, layered in...
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The Most Precious of Cargoes (12) |Close-Up Film Review
With its sombre colours combined with a picture book style it feels in its opening scenes like a Grimm’s fairy tale.

The Most Precious of Cargoes (12) |Close-Up Film Review

Carol Allen May 12, 2025
With its sombre colours combined with a picture book style it feels in its opening scenes like...
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Disney’s Snow White (U) |Close-Up Film Review
While people have rightly criticised a number of things about Disney’s Snow White, it makes an enjoyable live-action film to watch - provided you can overlook the horrendous CGI dwarfs.

Disney’s Snow White (U) |Close-Up Film Review

Carlie Newman May 7, 2025
While people have rightly criticised a number of things about Disney’s Snow White, it makes an enjoyable...
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