Movie Reviews

These are a collection of film reviews that, Award-Winning Blogger, Karen Woodham has reviewed as the “Resident Reviewer” a given title from the Prestatyn Scala Cinema to her and adopted by them to review some of the latest movies that they show.

You will also find other movie reviews by other people that are part of the Blazing Minds network, so enjoy the reviews and don’t forget to comment and share the film reviews. This Category also includes reviews of upcoming and new releases of DVDs, Blu-rays, VOD and Digital Downloads.

Scott Adkins Leads The Fight In The Inspiring And Action Packed Film ‘Prisoner of War’

British martial artist and actor Scott Adkins makes a welcome return to our home screens in his latest action film, Prisoner of War, which is coming to DVD and Digital release.     A British SAS officer during World War II is captured and...

‘Finding Nicole’ Hard Hitting True Story Based On The Book Of The Same Name

Finding Nicole is a true story based on the bestselling book of the same name, written by domestic abuse survivor Nicole Beverly. It must have been difficult to take on such a sensitive project, but director Harley Wallen has proven once...

Prisoner of War Review – Adkins Brings us Solid Fight Scenes

The second I saw Scott Adkins appear on screen in Prisoner of War, I knew I was in for a good time. Widely recognised as one of the best martial arts actors in movies today, I believe that if...

The Long Walk Review – A Gripping Survival Story Based on Stephen King’s Classic Story

We headed out to the Cineworld Unlimited Screening of The Long Walk, which is based on Stephen King's story. At first glance of this film's trailer, you may think, “How can a film about people just walking be interesting?”...

The Conjuring: Last Rites IMAX Review

Michael Chaves returns to the Conjuring Universe with The Conjuring: Last Rites, which brings us Ed and Lorraine Warren's last outing in the movies that have been going since 2013 and have produced several spin-offs over the years. This new...

Big Boys Review – A Well-Written and Solid Film

Being a teenager is hard enough anyway, but when your mind starts giving you messages and signals you hadn’t been expecting, it becomes that much harder. This film showcases those difficulties in a simple, yet really well-done, way.  “A teenage...

The Toxic Avenger (2023) Review – Gory, Funny, and Full of Troma Spirit

I’ve always been a fan of the original Toxie and of Troma’s particular brand of chaotic, low-budget brilliance, so when I heard there was a new version of The Toxic Avenger on the way—with some surprisingly big names in...

Eddington Review: Ari Aster, Joaquin Phoenix, and Pedro Pascal Deliver a Haunting Small-Town Drama

There were several reasons I was looking forward to seeing Eddington. First, it’s the latest film from Ari Aster, a director whose work I always find bold, unpredictable, and layered with meaning. Second, the cast is headlined by Joaquin...

Review: Together (2025) – A Smart, Subtle and Strangely Emotional

I’d been looking forward to Together ever since the trailer first dropped. It had that perfect balance of mystery and intrigue without giving away too much, and it instantly shot onto my “must-watch” list. As someone who enjoys the...

Weapons Review – Creepy, Clever, and Completely Unhinged in the Last Moments

From New Line Cinema and Zach Cregger, the creative mind behind "Barbarian," comes a gripping new mystery thriller titled "Weapons." When only one child from a class mysteriously disappears on the same night at the same time as the...

The Life of Chuck Review – Cineworld Unlimited Screening

I wasn't sure what to expect from tonight's Cineworld Unlimited Screening of The Life of Chuck. From the trailer that had been shown over the past few weeks, I knew the film would be a bit different, but I...

Freakier Friday Review – A Charmingly Fun Long-Awaited Sequel

I loved the first Freaky Friday, and I’m happy to report that the sequel delivers exactly what fans have been craving. Freakier Friday isn’t just a reheated version of the original — it’s a full-on return to form, packed...