James Hanton, Author at Outtake Magazine

James Hanton

James is a contributor to Outtake, Starburst Magazine and The Wee Review. He is also the former Editor-in-Chief of The Student, the oldest student newspaper in the UK. A recent graduate from the University of Edinburgh, James is looking for paid writing gigs so he doesn't fall into the endless abyss of graduate unemployment. He can be contacted at: jhantonwriter@gmail.com

kit connor as brightbill and lupita nyong'o as roz in the wild robot

The Wild Robot review – the magnum opus of DreamWorks Animation

The Wild Robot is the peak of DreamWorks and director Chris Sanders’ acclaimed careers; an emotional and uplifting story that will stand the test of time.

Sunlight review – a road trip comedy about silliness, suicide and simians

A strange but fascinating road trip comedy, Sunlight is about a film where you can step into being somebody else – evan a giant business-minded monkey.

still from iranian film A shrine (2024) at edinburgh international film festival

A Shrine review – a moving story of morals and consequences

A Shrine by Abdolreza Kahani is a contemplative drama that looks at a delicate ethical dilemma with the grace and simplicity of approach that it deserves.

The Outrun review – a heart-wrenching story of addiction and recovery

The Outrun is a beautifully told and brutally honest story of addiction and recovery, featuring what could be Saoirse Ronan’s greatest-ever performance.

still of orlando: my political biography

Orlando: My Political Biography review – a breathtaking film about transgender experiences

Orlando: My Political Biography by Paul B. Preciado is a stunning and provocative look at transgender lives through the lense of Virginia Woolf.

Sorcery review – a mysterious drama grappling with colonialism and faith

Christopher Murray’s eerie and sombre drama Sorcery is an enchanting look at identity and heritage in the face of colonial violence and crises of faith.

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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga review – Anya Taylor-Joy rides eternal in explosive Fury Road prequel

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is George Miller again delivering spills and thrills at the highest level, featuring a stunning leading turn from Anya Taylor-Joy.

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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire review – a titan-sized tag team rumble

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is an often brainless, sometimes infuriating but eventually satisfying kaiju smack down that seriously ups the ante.

orion and the dark netflix feature animation

Orion and the Dark review – a surprisingly sincere and inventive family adventure

The wonderful Orion and the Dark makes the most of its Charlie Kaufman-written script and delivers one of 2024’s earliest, unique cinematic surprises.

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The Beekeeper review – don’t believe the buzz

Some trademark Jason Statham can’t save The Beekeeper from being a disappointing action flick that takes itself far too seriously.

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