James McDonald
Entertainment Critic at Freelance
Movie Critic at Irish Film Critic
Originally from Dublin, Ireland. Filmmaker, Movie Critic, Storyteller, you know, the usual.
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3 days ago |
irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald
An assassin trained in the traditions of the Ruska Roma organization sets out to seek revenge after her father’s death. Keanu Reeves is one of the few actors who’s managed to reinvent himself again and again over the decades. After making a name for himself in the BILL & TED movies, he took on more action-heavy roles in “Point Break” and “Speed.” His career shifted gears again in 1999 with “The Matrix” and its sequels, then later with “Constantine” (which now has a follow-up in the works).
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1 week ago |
irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald
After the alleged suicide of her priest brother, Grace travels to the remote Scottish convent where he fell to his death. Distrusting the Church’s account, she uncovers murder, sacrilege, and a disturbing truth about herself. I typically find myself unimpressed by supernatural thrillers, especially those produced on a limited budget. Even though atmospheric settings can enhance these films, they’re often used as a crutch, overshadowing the need for a substantial story.
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1 week ago |
irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald
A mysterious woman repeatedly appears in a family’s front yard, often delivering chilling warnings and unsettling messages, leaving them to question her identity, motives, and the potential danger she might pose. Blumhouse has built a reputation as one of horror’s leading studios, known for releasing standout films like “Insidious,” “Sinister,” “Get Out,” “Happy Death Day,” “The Invisible Man,” and “The Black Phone.” Yet, not every project they back meets these high expectations.
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2 weeks ago |
irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald
We’re almost in the second half of 2025, and for movie lovers, that means two things: more highly anticipated movies will be released, and we’re all here for it. Yes, classic movies hit a different spot, but there’s also something about watching a prequel or a sequel of a film we’ve loved before. Nothing also beats the feeling and satisfaction of finding a new good movie that surprises you because of how good it is.
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2 weeks ago |
irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald
Ethan Hunt and the IMF team race against time to find the Entity, a rogue artificial intelligence that can destroy mankind. Tom Cruise has built a legendary status for tackling his own death-defying stunts.
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