Deniz Arslan
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Film Critic/Writer ➡️ linktr.ee/denizars
‘The Carpenter’s Son’ Review: Blasphemous for All the Wrong Reasons
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‘The Carpenter’s Son’ Review: Blasphemous for All the Wrong Reasons
A controversial adaptation of the Infancy Gospel of Thomas tries to reinvent Jesus’ adolescence through violence, provocation, and…
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The Invite - Review
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The Invite - The BRWC Review - battleroyalewithcheese
Olivia Wilde returns with her strongest film yet, turning a tense dinner between Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton, and Wilde into a funny, deeply uncomfortable, and surprisingly insightful cha...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/the-invite-review/
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Colony – Review
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Yeon Sang-ho brings a few genuinely fun ideas to the zombie genre, giving his infected a collective intelligence that freshens up the action, but beneath those clever twists, Colony still feels like a...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/colony-review/
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The Death Of Robin Hood – Review
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The Death Of Robin Hood - Review - battleroyalewithcheese
Michael Sarnoski turns England’s most beloved folk hero into a remorseful killer searching for redemption, and while the film often feels closer to Logan than traditional Robin Hood lore, its brutal s...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/the-death-of-robin-hood-review/
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Supergirl - Review
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Supergirl – The BRWC Review Heraclitus has a famous saying: You cannot step into the same river twice. So, how many times is James Gunn and his superhero filmmaking approach being washed in that same ...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/supergirl-review/
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14 days ago
In our latest review
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shares his thoughts after seeing the latest Disney Pixar animated sequel Toy Story 5 which sees the return of the beloved characters and a new adventure for them to embark on.
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Toy Story 5 (2026): Finally, a Reason to Come Back
In this article Deniz Arslan reviews Disney Pixar's brand new animated-movie sequel Toy Story 5 (2026) featuring Woody, Buzz and the gang.
https://moremovies.co.uk/toy-story-5-finally-a-reason-to-come-back/
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Stop! That! Train! – Review
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Stop! That! Train! - Review - battleroyalewithcheese
Stop! That! Train! is basically the drag queen version of Airplane!. Honestly, I never expected such a cheap, shabby imitation of one of my sacred texts—a film that looks like one of those cluttered, ...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/stop-that-train-review/
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18 days ago
As the new version of Supergirl is released we look back to last year's Superman movie from James Gunn which stars David Corenswet. In the article Greg and Dave discuss the film in a podcast excerpt and Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts in writing.
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Superman (2025): Promoting Kindness as a Superpower – more movies
In this article we cover Superman (2025), the latest iteration of the Detective Comics character which was directed by James Gunn and starring David Corensweat in the lead role. Greg and Dave discuss ...
https://moremovies.co.uk/superman-2025-promoting-kindness-as-a-superpower/
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Disclosure Day (2026): Huge Question, Surprisingly Small Answer
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Disclosure Day (2026): Huge Question, Small Answer
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day (2026) starring Josh O'Connor and Emily Blunt.
https://moremovies.co.uk/disclosure-day-2026-huge-question-small-answer/
18 days ago
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21 days ago
In our latest article,
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shares his thoughts on Steven Spielberg's brand new sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day (2026) starring Josh O'Connor and Emily Blunt.
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Disclosure Day (2026): Huge Question, Small Answer
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day (2026) starring Josh O'Connor and Emily Blunt.
https://moremovies.co.uk/disclosure-day-2026-huge-question-small-answer/
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22 days ago
In anticipation of the third installment making its way to cinemas later this year, we take a look back at Dune Part Two (2024) - Denis Villeneuve's epic sci-fi sequel. Greg & Dave discuss the movie in a podcast excerpt & Deniz shares his thoughts in wiritng
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Dune Part Two: Epic Scale Meets Great Story Telling
In this article we talk about Dune Part Two. Greg and Dave discuss the movie in a podcast excerpt video and Deniz shares his thoughts in writing.
https://moremovies.co.uk/dune-part-two-epic-scale-great-storytelling/
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24 days ago
In his latest review for More Movies,
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takes a look back at Mary Harron's singular biopic about Valerie Solanas, I Shot Andy Warhol (1996) - which has recently been given the 4K restoration treatment by Janus Films🎬
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I Shot Andy Warhol at 30: The Drama I Can't Pick a Side On
For the 30th anniversary of Mary Harron's movie I Shot Andy Warhol, Janus films have produced a 4K restoration. Denis Arslan reviews it here.
https://moremovies.co.uk/i-shot-andy-warhol-at-30-drama-restoration/
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Find Your Friends – Review
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Find Your Friends - Review - battleroyalewithcheese
Izabel Pakzad, in her feature directorial debut Find Your Friends, tries to tell us something about a group of female friends struggling to survive...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/find-your-friends-review/
25 days ago
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28 days ago
Jeremy Strong was on top form here. Sebastian Stan not far behind. Maria Bakalova once again exuding her pure talent.
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was wary of the tone, quite possibly with good reason. What did you think of The Apprentice?
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The Apprentice (2024): Critiquing Trump's Early Years
In this article we take a look at the 2024 film The Apprentice which examines the early life and blossoming career of Donald Trump.
https://moremovies.co.uk/the-apprentice-2024-a-seductive-portrait/
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30 days ago
A few musing here on F1: The Movie (2025) starring Brad Pitt and Javier Bardem. In this article we share an excerpt from our podcast in which we discuss the film and
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shares his thoughts in writing.
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F1 The Movie: Pure Adrenaline Powered by Familiar Formula
In this article we share an excerpt from our podcast in which Greg and Dave discuss F1 The Movie and Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts in writing.
https://moremovies.co.uk/f1-the-movie-pure-adrenaline-familiar-formula/
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Scary Movie 6 (2026): A Sequel From a Creatively Bankrupt Era
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Scary Movie 6 (2026): Sequel From a Creatively Bankrupt Era
In this article, Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts on the new comedy sequeol Scary Movie 6 (2026) which brings back the Wayans brothers et al.
https://moremovies.co.uk/scary-movie-6-2026-a-sequel-from-a-bankrupt-era/
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Check out
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's latest review via our website. In this article he shares his thoughts on the comedy sequel Scary Movie 6 (2026) 🎬
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Scary Movie 6 (2026): Sequel From a Creatively Bankrupt Era
In this article, Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts on the new comedy sequeol Scary Movie 6 (2026) which brings back the Wayans brothers et al.
https://moremovies.co.uk/scary-movie-6-2026-a-sequel-from-a-bankrupt-era/
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The Death Of Snow White – Review
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The Death Of Snow White - Review - battleroyalewithcheese
I would argue that The Death of Snow White is not a film that works despite its flaws. To some extent, it works because of them. What makes it memorable...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/06/the-death-of-snow-white-review/
about 1 month ago
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Looking forward to this one:) A fine review here..
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Passenger (2026): Maybe Don’t Stop to Help Tonight
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Passenger (2026): Maybe Don't Stop to Help Tonight
In this article Deniz Arslan reviews Passenger (2026), a new horror road movie from Paramount directed by Norwegian filmmaker André Øvredal.
https://moremovies.co.uk/passenger-2026-maybe-dont-stop-to-help-tonight/
about 1 month ago
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about 1 month ago
The third
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review in a trilogy from the mighty
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- This time he takes on Passenger (2026) directed by Norweigian filmmaker André Øvredal and starring Lou Llobell and Jacob Scipio 🎬
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Passenger (2026): Maybe Don't Stop to Help Tonight
In this article Deniz Arslan reviews Passenger (2026), a new horror road movie from Paramount directed by Norwegian filmmaker André Øvredal.
https://moremovies.co.uk/passenger-2026-maybe-dont-stop-to-help-tonight/
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Backrooms (2026): Some Ideas Are Better Left Online
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Backrooms (2026): Some Ideas Are Best Left Online
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews Backrooms (2026) - A24's new horror movie by Kane Parsons which traces it's origins to an internet meme.
https://moremovies.co.uk/backrooms-2026-some-ideas-are-better-left-online/
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Backrooms (2026): Some Ideas Are Better Left Online
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Backrooms (2026): Some Ideas Are Best Left Online
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews Backrooms (2026) - A24's new horror movie by Kane Parsons which traces it's origins to an internet meme.
https://moremovies.co.uk/backrooms-2026-some-ideas-are-better-left-online/
about 1 month ago
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Check out
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's latest review via our website. This time he sets his sights on A24's new horror movie Backrooms (2026) starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve. 🎬
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Backrooms (2026): Some Ideas Are Best Left Online
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews Backrooms (2026) - A24's new horror movie by Kane Parsons which traces it's origins to an internet meme.
https://moremovies.co.uk/backrooms-2026-some-ideas-are-better-left-online/
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Obsession (2025): A Disturbing Horror Debut With Real Potential
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Obsession (2025): A disturbing Horror Debut With Potential
In this article Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts on the new psychological horror movie Obsession directed by Curry Barker, starring Inde Navarrette.
https://moremovies.co.uk/obsession-2025-disturbing-horror-debut-potential/
about 1 month ago
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about 1 month ago
In our latest article,
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talks about possesion, tragedy and consent in his review of the new psychological
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movie Obsession (2025) directed by Curry Barker and starring Inde Navarette.
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Obsession (2025): A disturbing Horror Debut With Potential
In this article Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts on the new psychological horror movie Obsession directed by Curry Barker, starring Inde Navarrette.
https://moremovies.co.uk/obsession-2025-disturbing-horror-debut-potential/
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HOKUM: A Human Horror Story Beneath the Gothic Chaos
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Dial M for Movie - HOKUM: A Human Horror Story Beneath the Gothic Chaos
Damian McCarthy’s first major Hollywood horror film clearly carries traces of The Shining, but what makes Hokum (2026) genuinely compelling is how it transforms folklore, guilt, and emotional colla…
https://dialmformovie.net/2026/05/27/hokum-mccarthy-adam-scott-horror-review/
about 1 month ago
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about 1 month ago
Check the latest review from our ace movie reporter
@denizarsllan.bsky.social
who has been watching The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) over the Bank Holiday weekend. The force is strong with this one... 🎬
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The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) - The Longest Episode
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews the latest Star Wars big screen adventure, The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) directed by Jon Favreau.
https://moremovies.co.uk/the-mandalorian-and-grogu-2026-review/
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Check out
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latest review via our website. This time he is taking a look at the Icelandic disaster movie The Fires (2025) 🎬
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The Fires (2025) - Fragility in the Face of Nature
In this review, Deniz Arslan shares his thoughts on the 2025 Icelandic film The Fires (Eldarnir) from director Ugla Hauksdóttir.
https://moremovies.co.uk/the-fires-2025-fragility-in-the-face-of-nature/
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Fuze: Review
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The problem with Fuze isn’t that it’s missing things; if anything, it suffers from having too much. I really wish Mackenzie had trimmed down all...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/05/fuze-review/
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‘The Christophers’ Review: Surprisingly Warm and Human
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‘The Christophers’ Review: Surprisingly Warm and Human
This review was written following the film’s Turkey premiere at the Istanbul Film Festival.
https://open.substack.com/pub/denizarsllan/p/the-christophers-review-surprisingly?r=87lhfz&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
about 2 months ago
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‘The Bride!’ Review: A Bold Reinvention That Doesn’t Go Far Enough
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‘The Bride!’ Review: A Bold Reinvention That Doesn’t Go Far Enough
After the highly successful directorial debut of The Lost Daughter (2021), Maggie Gyllenhaal returns with The Bride!, a “Frankenstein” film that, at first glance, can easily be visually compared to Jo...
https://open.substack.com/pub/denizarsllan/p/the-bride-review-a-bold-reinvention?r=87lhfz&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
about 2 months ago
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My expectations were already high, but Brian Tallerico’s wonderful article got me even more excited!
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Cannes 2026: Ken Russell’s The Devils, Pan’s Labyrinth, Moonlighting
On three restorations from this year's Cannes, including the long-awaited uncut version of The Devils.
https://www.rogerebert.com/festivals/cannes-2026-ken-russells-the-devils-pans-labyrinth-moonlighting
about 2 months ago
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‘The Wizard of the Kremlin’ Review: A Promising Story That Never Lands
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‘The Wizard of the Kremlin’ Review: A Promising Story That Never Lands
This review was written following the film’s Turkey premiere at the Istanbul Film Festival.
https://open.substack.com/pub/denizarsllan/p/the-wizard-of-the-kremlin-review?r=87lhfz&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web
about 2 months ago
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‘The Wizard of the Kremlin’ Review: A Promising Story That Never Lands
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‘The Wizard of the Kremlin’ Review: A Promising Story That Never Lands
This review was written following the film’s Turkey premiere at the Istanbul Film Festival.
https://open.substack.com/pub/denizarsllan/p/the-wizard-of-the-kremlin-review?r=87lhfz&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web
about 2 months ago
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The Devil Wears Prada 2: A Sharp Return in a Changed World
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The Devil Wears Prada 2: A Sharp Return in a Changed World
In this article, Deniz Arslan reviews The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026) starring Meryl Streep, Anne, Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci.
https://moremovies.co.uk/the-devil-wears-prada-2-a-sharp-return/
about 2 months ago
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The Sheep Detectives – Review
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The Sheep Detectives somehow manages to do all of them at the same time, and with incredible mastery. Honestly, the only other film in cinema history...
https://battleroyalewithcheese.com/2026/05/the-sheep-detectives-review/
about 2 months ago
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‘One Battle After Another’ Review: Wild, Uneven, but Always Alive
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‘One Battle After Another’ Review: Wild, Uneven, but Always Alive
Our beloved Paul Thomas Anderson returns with One Battle After Another, following Licorice Pizza (2021) — a film I’ve always felt never quite received the appreciation it deserved and which I consider...
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about 2 months ago
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‘Hamnet’ Review: Grief Turned Into Art
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‘Hamnet’ Review: Grief Turned Into Art
Hamnet tells the story of William Shakespeare’s life while tracing the birth of Hamlet — a devastating dramatization of family, parenthood, and grief that will leave your tear ducts bone-dry.
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about 2 months ago
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