best of the year 2021
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Rammstein Zeit
In 2020, Rammstein were due to perform several shows across Europe, the UK and the Americas in support of their self-titled (or... read more
Fontaines D.C. Skinty Fia
“Gone is the day, gone is the night, gone is the day” That’s the very first line you hear singer Grian... read more
Scritti Politti Cupid & Psyche ‘85
1985 was a big year for music. Wham! became the first Western pop group to perform in China, the legendary Live Aid benefit concert... read more
Ghost Impera
Ghost may be a little hard to explain to an outsider looking in. Led by the infamous Papa Emeritus character (portrayed by singer Tobias... read more
latest film reviews
Belfast
A standout favourite on this year's awards circuit, BELFAST is a true British film of the highest calibre. Directed by the illustrious and multi-talented Kenneth Branagh, this film depicts his own childhood days of growing up during the much documented time known as The Troubles in Northern Ireland. BELFAST's exciting... read more
Lamb
Fopp's Film of the Month always aims to pick the films that have flown under the radar, gaining critical acclaim but deserving of larger, more widespread audiences, and LAMB is no exception. Directed by Valdimar Jóhannsson (his feature film directorial debut) and from the acclaimed A24 studios who have bought... read more
Mandy
The full range of Nicolas Cage’s ferocious acting ability is on display in Mandy – a grindhouse revenge thriller that offers us LSD-crazed bikers, several deaths by burning and axe-smelting. It is nothing if not full on, and for a joint like this Cage is most definitely a filmmaker’s go-to... read more
