Second Thoughts
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An Arts Review
Welcome to the blog of author and composer E. J. O. Cruxton. The aim of is to provide a biweekly review of various aspects of the arts. This will vary between films, TV shows, books, albums, gallery visits, theatrical productions, and anything else considered an art form.
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94th Academy Awards
And now, my round up of the 94th Academy Awards!

The Batman
Discussing Matt Reeves' The Batman whilst exploring earlier representations.

The Duke / The Mitchells vs. The Machines / Cyrano
Looking at a heart-warming British underdog story, an outstanding piece of animation, and a fresh look at a classic tale.

Death on the Nile / Uncharted / Sing 2 / Parallel Mothers
After a poor February, we return to the cinema with a four film bang!

King Richard / Scream / Belfast
As the awards season ramps up, we look at two possible contenders and a bit of season fluff!

The King's Man / Liquorice Pizza / The 355
In the first review of the year, we look at several films, including a rare 1/5!

The Cinema: 2021
A look back over my 35 cinema trips this year, 2021.

West Side Story / Spider-Man: No Way Home
A final pair of viewings for 2021, looking at two films outdoing their predecessors.

Encanto / Ghostbusters: Afterlife / House of Gucci
A discussion on the importance of development in film plotting.

The Last Duel
A few thoughts on Ridley Scott's latest, and less promoted, picture.

The Eternals
Looking over The Eternals - the good, the bad, and the baffling.

Last Night in Soho
Discussing Edgar Wright's latest work and its commentary on 'Me Too' and the glorification of the past.

The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun
A walk through Wes Anderson's purist piece.

Daniel Craig's James Bond Series
Looking back over Daniel Craig's tenure as James Bond

September Cinema Part 2: Respect / The Many Saints of Newark
A drudge through the disappointing end of a mixed bag month.

September Cinema: Reminiscence / Shang-Chi / Copshop
A look back over the last few weeks of cinema going, highlighting some pretty high highs and comically low lows.

Comedy Catch-up: Parks & Recreation / Cheers
A fond farewell to two favourite series.

Anything Goes
Another trip to London, this time to see a star studded revival.

Summer Blockbusters: The Suicide Squad / Jungle Cruise
Exploring this year's Summer Blockbuster offerings.























