Irish Film Critic

2 weeks ago | irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald

“Icons Unearthed: James Bond” tells the story of how Ian Fleming’s literary creation got his big break on the silver screen and became the most quotable name in cinematic history. With a formula for success in place, the producers bet the franchise on an unknown face who would prove to be more than they could handle. “Bond, James Bond” – these three simple words have become more than just a catchphrase; they’re part of our cultural DNA.

2 weeks ago | irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald

A weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin turns into chaos after it’s revealed that one of the guests is not what they seem. “Companion” grabs viewers immediately with its intriguing story centered on Iris, brilliantly portrayed by Sophie Thatcher, who plays an artificial being living in blissful ignorance of her synthetic origins.

3 weeks ago | irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald

A realtor is pulled back into the life he left behind after his former partner-in-crime resurfaces with an ominous message. With his crime-lord brother also on his trail, he must confront his past and the history he never fully buried. The story of Ke Huy Quan’s rise in Hollywood feels almost too cinematic to be true.

3 weeks ago | irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald

A pilot transports an Air Marshal accompanying a fugitive to trial. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions soar and trust is tested, as not everyone on board is who they seem. Mel Gibson’s latest directorial venture, “Flight Risk,” demonstrates his remarkable evolution from acclaimed actor to masterful filmmaker.

4 weeks ago | irishfilmcritic.com | James McDonald

Levon Cade left his profession behind to work in construction and be a good dad to his daughter. But when a local girl vanishes, he’s asked to return to the skills that made him a mythic figure in the shadowy world of counter-terrorism. Few actors embody consistency in action movies quite like Jason Statham.