Lauren Hutchinson

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Final Verdict

Beast of Burden (Defiant Films) Review

August 4, 2018

Despite its leading man being a well-established actor, Daniel Radcliffe still can't manage to make Beast of Burden and memorable film but rather a 'burden' to watch. In Beast of Burden, protagonist Sean l...

2.5

Final Verdict

Lightfall (PC) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

August 1, 2018

PC / Mac Gaming Reviews, Reviews

There's something special about a game that makes you smile, not necessarily for reasons such as making you laugh or a sweet scene happening between characters, but rather the smile of admiration as you view ...

Wellington Armageddon Expo Feature

Lauren Hutchinson

April 6, 2018

News

Wellington Armageddon Expo or Wellygeddon for short, puts on a great show for itself, even though I wish there was just... more. Situated in the Westpac Stadium right in the city centre, Wellygeddon, like ...

2.5

Final Verdict

This Beautiful Fantastic (Defiant Films – 2018) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

March 5, 2018

Film Reviews

This Beautiful Fantastic immediately reminded me of the French film Amelie with the films' female protagonists both quirky, unique and a little bit odd. Bella Brown is the protagonist of This Beautiful Fanta...

3.5

Final Verdict

Beyond Skyline (Defiant Films / Madman – 2018) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

February 22, 2018

Film Reviews

Straight to DVD sci-fi flicks tend to automatically get categorized in amongst cheesy and cheap C or D grade movies. There's no denying that a lot of these films perhaps do deserve this automatic categorization...

3.5

Final Verdict

The Greatest Showman (20th Century Fox – 2017) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

January 8, 2018

Film Reviews

The Greatest Showman is inspired by P.T. Barnum and his contribution to the invention of showbusiness and the Circus. Expressed through the vibrant musical genre, The Greatest Showman celebrates the joys of ...

2.5

Final Verdict

Decline and Fall (BBC – 2017) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

November 18, 2017

TV Series Review

Period dramas, especially British ones, have a certain charm to them. It's almost like a welcoming hug and offer for a glimpse into the past. Decline and Fall oozes this certain charm too, even if it may be ...

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Geostorm (Warner Bros. – 2017) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

November 4, 2017

Film Reviews

Despite a big budget that could have granted opportunity, Geostorm fails to be the explosive science fiction disaster film it so desperately wanted to be, even though there seems to be an explosion every ten mi...

3.5

Final Verdict

NBA Live 18 (PlayStation 4) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

October 31, 2017

PlayStation 4 Reviews, Reviews, Xbox One Reviews

As someone who has never been a 'sports' person, it's easy to stay away from the sports section at your local games store or online. Despite this, I was still fascinated to experience it in gaming form. NBA ...

Armageddon Expo 2017!

Lauren Hutchinson

October 24, 2017

News, Pop Culture

When you step through the gates of Auckland Armageddon Expo for the first time it can be somewhat of an overwhelming sight. With hundreds of people jammed together close enough so everyone’s bags or costumes...

1.5

Final Verdict

Adult Life Skills (Rialto Films – 2016 / 2017) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

October 12, 2017

Film Reviews

With that unique British ambience and witty humour, Adult Life Skills may have snagged Jodie Whittaker (the first female Doctor Who) in its leading role, but still can’t manage to push itself into the territory...

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Everybody’s Golf (PlayStation 4) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

September 18, 2017

PlayStation 4 Reviews, Reviews

Back exclusively for the PlayStation 4, Everybody’s Golf comes with bright colours and upbeat music to make you feel as though you're on holiday. Although it's technically the twelfth game in the series, Eve...

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Patapon Remastered (PlayStation 4) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

August 15, 2017

PlayStation 4 Reviews, Reviews

Originally released on PSP, like many games, Patapon has now made its way onto the PS4 console in hopes of introducing itself to a new generation and allowing reminiscence for its older. Despite its attempt to ...

1.5

Final Verdict

The Hippopotamus (Rialto Films – 2017) Review

Lauren Hutchinson

August 9, 2017

Film Reviews

Based on the Stephen Fry novel, The Hippopotamus may set the scene for a charming countryside tale but instead becomes a frustrating portrayal of modern day vulgarity and sloppy narratives. Poet Ted Wallace ...

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