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Adam Thornton

Adam is a budding film reviewer who is still working out how to use his Masters in Film Studies from Aberystwyth University. His main hobby is watching films, especially Hong Kong action cinema, although he has no (actual) knowledge of martial arts whatsoever! His other interests include stand-up comedy, but only as an audience member, and reading books about film. His quest to obtain a social life is still ongoing...

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Reviews: 245
Other Articles: 5
theSpace @ Surgeon's Hall

Before the Drugs Kick In

A strong central performance and characterisation brings this humorously and emotionally-rich work to life

Inland

A well-acted, stylistically-impressive debut sadly let down by its unexplained narrative

Chokehold

Strong lead performance anchors this gripping thriller about one man trying to avoid the consequences of his actions

Shotgun Wedding

Jennifer Lopez struggles to entertain in this poorly-written action-romcom short on action, romance, and laughs

The Pale Blue Eye

Even Christian Bale can’t save this underwhelming murder-mystery from its narrative shortcomings

Rebel

Powerful story about how the dangers of radicalisation affect two brothers

Box'd

Box’d

Lockdown two-hander that starts promisingly, but then devolves into one-sided cliches

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Paradise in the Vault

Bathroom of a Bar on Bleecker

A final podcast provides the framework for a raw outpouring of comedy and drama in this enthralling one-man show

Almost 13

Almost 13

A powerful and engaging one-woman show about how traumatic experiences can shape a person

ASSISTED

Strong performances and an intriguing concept overcome sometimes clunky dialogue in this compelling sci-fi drama

Underbelly Bristo Square

Bilal Zafar: Care

Relaxed performer whose stories about working in a care home entertain and engage