Movie Shorts

Wicked for Good brings Elphaba and Glinda back to the big screen in a darker, more mature, and more politically charged sequel. This isn’t the bright, bubbly Oz we first visited — it’s heavier, moodier, and full of choices with real consequences. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande shine, Jeff Goldblum brings a surprising vulnerability, and the world of Oz feels richer and more complex… even if the story loses some of the original’s sparkle. Is this a spellbinding conclusion, or does some of th...

This week I’m diving into Edgar Wright’s bold new take on The Running Man — a dystopian thriller where entertainment, politics, and survival collide. Glen Powell leads a strong ensemble as we explore a near-future America run by corporate networks, where reality TV controls the masses and a deadly game show offers one desperate man a final chance. Wright blends satire, action and social commentary with nods to Verhoeven classics, creating a world that feels slick, unreal… and unsettlingly fam...

Aziz Ansari’s Good Fortune blends comedy, compassion, and a touch of the celestial. With Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen, and Keke Palmer, it’s a thoughtful look at luck, success, and what really matters. Honest, funny, and full of heart — this one might just surprise you. Follow me on Instagram @movieshortsandymc

Fifteen years after Tron: Legacy, we’re back inside the Grid — but has the glow faded? Directed by Joachim Rønning and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Jodie Turner-Smith and Gillian Anderson, Tron: Ares is a slick, neon-lit return that looks stunning but does it plays it safe? I talk visuals, soundtrack, corporate rivalries and AI soul-searching — plus why Gillian Anderson sounds like a disappointed headteacher. Listen now for my spoiler-free verdict.

Dwayne Johnson trades blockbuster charisma for bruises and vulnerability in The Smashing Machine, Benny Sadie's intense look at the MMA legend Mark Kerr. Based on the 20023 documentary, this film dives into the late '90's world of fighting addiction and fame- showing just how far the sport and its fighters have come. It's raw, relentless and deeply human- but does it all come together? Find out in my latest spoiler- free review. @movieshortsandymc on Instagram and You Tube

In this episode of Movie Shorts, I take on Kogonada's A Big,Bold,Beautiful Journey, starring Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie. Does the movie live up to the title? I give you a spoiler-free review in under 10 minutes, covering performances, direction, and whether this is a trip worth taking. @movieshortsandymc.