Andy Murray | Horror Nerd and Film Reviews

Horror fanatic who writes a lot about cinema and occasionally video games.

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I had the privilege of chatting to James Cosmo about his latest film, My Sailor, My Love, which you can read here. It was fantastic to talk to him.
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BACKROOMS Review - [A] haunting liminal horror that touches on themes of memory and trauma to eerie effect. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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SPIDER-NOIR Review - [A] fantastically stylised and endlessly entertaining romp that should be commended for its vision. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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#show We watched @TheBoysTV season five: the political satire and insanity are back in full force ★★★★ https://t.co/GmjYzLkSWN

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#cinema We watched Akira: Not only is it visually spectacular, but it's uncompromising in its vision ★★★★★ @AllTheAnime https://t.co/OUpftNeols

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#show We watched Half Man: an astonishingly profound portrait of modern masculinity and brotherhood ★★★★ @BBCiPlayer https://t.co/wq4M3aRdMv

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LEGENDS Review - A stellar ensemble cast leads the charge in this tightly paced thriller. However, the show’s social commentary doesn’t quite hit its mark. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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FIGHT LIKE A GIRL Review - It’s an ambitious underdog tale that weaves together themes of community and resistance ★★★ @The_Upcoming
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BEAST (2026) Review - While MacPherson’s starring performance is strong enough to carry the feature to its finale, its reliance on clichés and over-the-top dramatics stops the blows from hitting as hard as they should. ★★★ @The_Upcoming
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MAXIMUM PLEASURE GURANTEED Review - Fronted by an outstanding cast, showrunner David J Rosen keeps viewers guessing in a series that’s as funny as it is gripping. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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Badger, badger, badger... MUSHROOM, MUSHROOM 🍄

Jonti Picking's flash animation - and earworm - set the world alight in 2003, becoming one of the internet's most iconic memes. Now preserved in the BFI National Archive.

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DUTTON RANCH Review - For better or worse, Dutton Ranch is more Yellowstone. ★★★ @The_Upcoming
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REMARABLY BRIGHT CREATURES (2026) Review - While it doesn’t take any risks, its wholesome nature and winning performance from Field make for a cosy viewing experience. ★★★ @The_Upcoming
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BEEF SEASON 2 Review - It’s a touch slower, and it occasionally bites off a little more than it can chew, but it remains every bit as captivatingly brilliant as returning viewers could have hoped for. ★★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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KOKUHO (2026) Review - With its focus on hierarchy and tradition, the world of kabuki is likely alien to Western viewers. Lee brings them into this space to experience its majesty and ruthlessness in Kokuho. ★★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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ULTTRAS (2026) Review - Ekner’s portrait of the subculture is fascinating and detailed, but it feels like part of the picture is missing. ★★★ @The_Upcoming
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CRIMINAL RECORD Season 2 Review - Criminal Record‘s second season is every bit as gritty and enthralling as its first. Despite a momentary lull in the pacing, Capaldi and Jumbo lead the charge in this exhilarating crime thriller. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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MIROIRS NO 3 Review - Petzold presents a sombre examination of grief that bubbles underneath the idyllic countryside setting. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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HALF MAN Review - Aided by an ensemble of flawless performances, Gadd creates an astonishingly profound portrait of modern masculinity and brotherhood. ★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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BALLS UP (2026) Review - Despite the comedy royalty involved, this feature is a disjointed and disposable mess that pushes the limit on how many penis jokes can be in one film. ★★ @The_Upcoming
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AKIRA 4K Restoration Review - There are several reasons why Akira is frequently considered to be a masterpiece. Not only is it visually spectacular, but it’s uncompromising in its vision. ★★★★★ @The_Upcoming
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