Best crime fiction books: Murder mysteries and detective novels that will have you hooked Get a clue Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2023
King Lear and Barbie are stepping out in the capital Faure's Requiem and a Dan Sultan gig are also on. The Canberra Times · Nov 28, 2023
The 7 best new movies and shows to stream this weekend From Caped Crusaders to crime capers, here's what to watch this weekend Total Film · Nov 24, 2023
7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, and more this weekend (November 3) From star-studded murder mysteries to returning superhero shows, there’s plenty to watch this weekend. TechRadar · Nov 3, 2023
From Five Nights at Freddy’s to The Exorcist: Believer, movies have failed Halloween this year Say what you will about Halloween, but it’s usually a great time of year to be a horror fan. Louis Chilton asks why this year’s cinematic offerings have been all tricks and no treats The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023
How Sherlock Holmes, ancient Egypt and a mysterious 'curse' inspired Agatha Christie Agatha Christie published The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb in September 1923, almost a year after the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Her Hercule Poirot short story drew inspiration from the sensationalised folklore of the “mummy’s curse”. Lord Carnarvon, sponsor of the excavation, had died… The Conversation · Oct 20, 2023
A Haunting in Venice – the Poirot film franchise finds its footing in this spooky murder mystery Hercule Poirot, the world’s greatest and most particular detective, returns in Kenneth Branagh’s third outing as director and star. A Haunting in Venice is set in 1947, ten years after Poirot solved the case in Death on the Nile (2022). The Conversation · Sep 18, 2023
'Nun 2' narrowly edges 'A Haunting in Venice' over quiet weekend in movie theaters “The Nun 2” and “A Haunting in Venice” virtually tied for the No. 1 spot in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the weekend, with a slight edge carrying the horror sequel over the Hercule Poirot mystery The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2023
A Haunting in Venice review – Branagh improves on his Agatha Christie formula With smart casting and suitably murky Venice setting, the director improves on last year’s Death on the Nile, though his moustache-fondling Poirot remains the same The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023
2023's Best Mystery Thriller Finally Validates Hollywood's Most Underrated Director It’s time to give Kenneth Branagh his due. With 'A Haunting in Venice,' the filmmaker has not only delivered his best Hercule Poirot adventure to date, but also a movie that explicitly showcases his own skills as a director. Inverse · Sep 16, 2023
How Kenneth Branagh Brought the Agatha Christie Whodunit Back to Life Inverse speaks with James Pritchard, the CEO of the Agatha Christie estate, about 'A Haunting in Venice,' and the whodunit renaissance. Inverse · Sep 15, 2023
A Haunting of Venice: a Gothic horror, supernatural, Agatha Christie murder mystery which all becomes quite camp Agatha Christie regularly drew upon the supernatural to generate a feeling of uncertainty. We – the audience, and the ensemble of characters – are given limited information regarding a murder. The Conversation · Sep 15, 2023
Spooky-looking figures in gondola spotted in London canals ahead of A Haunting In Venice film release Passers-by in London were given a frightening surprise as a ghoulish gondola passed through Camden Lock, Regent’s Park Canal and Little Venice manned by mysterious figures draped in black and donning traditional Venetian masks. Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 13, 2023 ‘A Haunting in Venice’: Ghostly sights stump Poirot (briefly) in instantly involving murder mystery Kenneth Branagh is joined by wonderful international cast including Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh and Jamie Dornan.
The Conversation · Sep 13, 2023 A Haunting in Venice is Kenneth Branagh's 20th film – what do we make of his prodigious output? In an essay on Kenneth Branagh, screenwriter Scott Frank recalls meeting the future star and director of his screenplay Dead Again (1991) and wondering “why the guy would want to direct a loopy, film noir thriller like mine?”
The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2023 A Haunting in Venice review – Branagh’s Agatha Christie whodunnit given horror makeover No amount of spooky jump-scares can save Kenneth Branagh’s latest Christie adaptation, which wastes its atmospheric setting and stellar cast
Evening Standard · Sep 9, 2023 A Haunting in Venice review: Kenneth Branagh’s Poirot at Halloween fails to haunt Yes it’s his best Poirot yet, no that’s not saying THAT much
Inverse · Sep 9, 2023 2023's Most Satisfying Thriller Still Manages to Surprise Kenneth Branagh and his mustache are back in the latest adaptation of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot mysteries. Read our review of 'A Haunting in Venice.'
The Times of India · Sep 8, 2023 James Prichard: A Haunting in Venice is probably Kenneth Branagh's best performance as Hercule Poirot yet - EXCLUSIVE Kenneth Branagh returns to screens this Friday as the famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, his third instalment and most 'thrilling' take on the Agatha Christie novels. As fans of the franchise get ready to hop onboard a Gondola and sail to a haunted palazzo with an ensemble cast including Michelle…
USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 31, 2023 Ranking the 10 biggest upcoming film releases for September 2023 These upcoming movies look really intriguing for September.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2023 Letter: Michael Bakewell obituary Caroline Raphael writes: Blakewell made a great contribution to radio, particularly with his Agatha Christie dramatisations
The Conversation · Aug 23, 2023 Is Hercule Poirot autistic? Here are seven clues that he might be Hercule Poirot, the Belgian detective with the flamboyant moustache and keen eye for detail, is one of the most beloved characters in crime fiction. He was created by British writer Agatha Christie and first arrived on our bookshelves in 1920. He has since appeared in 33 novels, 51 short stories…
The Guardian - UK · Aug 22, 2023 Napoleon, Scorsese and Wonka at the pictures: the best films to see in autumn 2023 The season’s star turns include Ridley Scott’s portrait of the great French warrior, a true-crime western from an American great and Timothée Chalamet in a chocolatier origin story
Cinemablend · Aug 18, 2023 After Haunting In Venice, Will Another Poirot Movie Come From Kenneth Branagh? A Haunting of Venice is coming, but would Kenneth Branagh be open to making another Poirot movie in the future?