Mank spotlights the work of screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz on Citizen Kane.
Reviews
Read reviews of the latest film releases, from festival flicks to big screen blockbusters, on Outtake.
The Ringmaster review – tasteless, gratuitous drivel
Tasteless gore-fest about two women trapped in a sadistic online game.
County Lines review – a harrowing but essential watch
Conrad Khan gives a searing debut performance in Henry Blake’s County Lines.
Flint review – a heartbreaking look at a modern human rights disaster
Five years in the making, this documentary explores the continuing water crisis in Flint, Michigan.
Hillbilly Elegy review – hopeless Oscar bait offers little insight
Excellent prosthetics, awful politics.
Notes for My Son review – soulful Argentinian sicklit
A arrestingly well-told story of terminal illness.
The Christmas Chronicles 2 review – predictable but charming festive sequel
The Christmas Chronicles 2 doesn’t have any major surprises in store, but nonetheless proves to be another heartwarming festive adventure.
Rose: A Love Story review – original if underwhelming psychological horror
Real life couple Sophie Rundle and Matt Stokoe star in this psychological vampire-horror.
The Witches review – a delightfully creepy remake
Anne Hathaway and Octavia Spencer stars in this campy remake of Roald Dahl’s classic tale.
Possessor review – intriguing body horror feels like a missed opportunity
Brandon ‘Son-of-David’ Cronenberg delivers the gore.