Robert Cain
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I'm a well-travelled blogger and writer from the UK who is looking to spread his blogs and freelance writings further afield. You can find more of my work at https://robc25.wixsite.com/thecainagecritique.
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Hamnet Movie Review
Debuting ten years ago with Songs My Brothers Taught Me, Chloe Zhao has a keen eye for deeply poignant connections. Following a brief stint in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Zhao has started 2026 with a powerful production, one that will certainly be up for many awards and widespread praise.
By Robert Cainabout 9 hours ago in Geeks
Stranger Things Series Review (Season 5: Vol I, II & Finale)
For nine years, Stranger Things has dominated the streaming charts with its lovable characters, visceral sci-fi horror and affectionate tributes to the eighties. Many an audience has been captivated by the show; it’s a shame then that the end of this long-running saga falls short in several places.
By Robert Cain10 days ago in Geeks
Avatar: Fire and Ash Movie Review
Returning to the masses in 2022, James Cameron’s Avatar set out to dominate the decade with its gargantuan sci-fi action and stunning presentation. With Avatar: Fire and Ash, we’ve reached the mid-point of this five-chapter saga; while still thoroughly entertaining, things have taken a step down.
By Robert Cain20 days ago in Geeks
Zootopia 2 Movie Review
On its debut in 2016, Zootropolis found great success with likeable characters, superb animation and standout core themes. After a nine-year wait, the second entry has arrived, bringing back everything audiences loved while expanding outwards.
By Robert Cainabout a month ago in Geeks
Predator: Badlands Movie Review
After taking up stewardship in 2022, Dan Trachtenberg has led the way for one of sci-fi’s most venerable creatures. With Predator: Badlands, the franchise takes its biggest leap in decades, flipping the story and characters into another standout production.
By Robert Cain2 months ago in Geeks
One Battle After Another Movie Review
Paul Thomas Anderson is one of the most widely acclaimed directors in modern cinema with a penchant for serious dramas. Upping the scale and action, One Battle After Another is certainly his most politically charged effort to date. The filmmaking prowess is strong, though some elements needed more detail.
By Robert Cain3 months ago in Geeks
Alien: Earth Series Review
For more than four decades, the Alien series has stood at the top of sci-fi horror; the films have had many ups and downs but the beast at the centre has always frightened audiences. After many years in development, a prequel series has arrived; it creates a well-defined foundation.
By Robert Cain4 months ago in Geeks
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Movie Review
Of all the iconic superheroes in comics, the Fantastic 4 have proven the most difficult to adapt. From the nineties all the way to 2015, three separate versions have tried and failed in varying ways to bring them to the big screen. With the rights returning to Marvel as of 2019, a reboot was on the cards; the team joins the wider cinematic universe with The Fantastic 4: First Steps.
By Robert Cain5 months ago in Geeks
Weapons Movie Review
After many years in the acting business, Zach Cregger has jumped into directing; his skills for the latter have been very potent. With the recent success of Barbarian, he continues to rise through the ranks of cinematic horror. Weapons is his latest effort, another strong showcase of creeping tension.
By Robert Cain5 months ago in Horror
Superman Movie Review
For so long, Superman fans have been waiting with bated breath for an adaptation that reaches its full potential. When the DC Extended Universe fizzled out in the early 2020s, a soft reboot was on the cards. James Gunn was chosen to revitalise the most iconic superheroes, beginning with the Man of Steel. It finds a place in-between the original classics and the darker direction of the Snyderverse.
By Robert Cain6 months ago in Geeks
F1 Movie Review
Standing at the peak of elite racing, Formula 1 has captivated audiences for years; it has also reached the silver screen on many occasions with documentaries and sporting dramas. F1: The Movie is the most high-budget and high-profile effort to date with full backing from the event organisers. For the most part, it’s an audacious and proficient thrill-ride.
By Robert Cain6 months ago in Geeks
