By Here are the twelve films that have firmly planted themselves at the top of my watchlist for the 2026 festival.
Christy (2025)
Christy (2025) What does it take to become a legend? Christy Martin’s story already plays like a movie that feels ripped from late-night cable in the 1990s — equal parts American dream, tabloid nightmare, and sheer stubborn resilience. Born and raised in small-town West Virginia, Martin (born Christy Salters) became
Arrow has Westworld, The Visitor, American Yakuza and Excalibur heating up February
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and someone at Arrow Video is spreading the home video love with 4 amazing releases. First up is American Yakuza finally coming to Blu-ray. This was part of Toei making J-Video films in Hollywood to take advantage of fresh talent. In this case
Cruel Tale of Bushido arrives in March
Ever dig through your family’s old photo albums to see what your ancestors were up to in the 1920s? Or maybe there are relics in the attic that go back to the 1800s. In Cruel Tale of Bushido, Kinnosuke Nakamura sees his family history for over 300 years. He finds
New Film Releases Next Week in the UK for January 2026
It is a weekend that feels uniquely British in its distribution, offering a balanced diet of intellectual stimulation and visceral thrills. Here is what you can expect to find at your local multiplex and independent arthouse next week, or some home releases too.
