Joseph McLauchlan

Joseph McLauchlan

Upon realising he would never be a fictional character, Joseph decided to write about them instead. In his spare time he enjoys bingeing old comedies, listening to Studio Ghibli soundtracks, and describing himself in the third-person.

Gladiator: 20 Years On And We Are Still Entertained

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Gladiator: 20 Years On And We Are Still Entertained

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Gladiator, we take a look at how Ridley Scott's brilliant film resurrected the historical epic genre.

2020-05-05 13:14:41By Joseph McLauchlan

House Of The Dragon: Everything We Know About The Game Of Thrones Prequel

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House Of The Dragon: Everything We Know About The Game Of Thrones Prequel

We aren't done with Westeros yet. Here is everything you need to know about upcoming Game Of Thrones prequel series, House Of The Dragon.

2020-04-23 17:56:27By Joseph McLauchlan

How Final Fantasy VII Defined A Genre Of Gaming

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How Final Fantasy VII Defined A Genre Of Gaming

With the release of the Final Fantasy VII remake just around the corner, we take a look at how the original 1997 game defined a genre of gaming - the JRPG.

2020-04-09 12:53:22By Joseph McLauchlan

The Rise And Rise Of Video Game Movies

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The Rise And Rise Of Video Game Movies

What took video game movies from their relatively small cult status and turned them into the tent‐pole releases they’re increasingly becoming? What led to Sonic The Hedgehog?

2020-02-12 17:17:57By Joseph McLauchlan

10 Films To Help Beat The January Blues

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10 Films To Help Beat The January Blues

January can be a tough time, and you may have the blues. So to cheer up your day, here are some feel-good films to make you feel all fuzzy inside.

2020-01-20 14:53:58By Joseph McLauchlan