A rich and powerful tech magnate invites a group of associates to his private island for a murder mystery weekend.

This is a wildly entertaining mystery with great character moments.

Similarly to 'Knives Out', Glass Onion has a strong narrative that looks at a series of character interactions from different perspectives, then uses a good twist to change the direction of the movie. It unfolds well and resolves in a more innovative way than simply revealing the identity of the killer.

The script contains some good irony in relation to its characters and how events turn out. Plus it includes multiple pop culture and high culture references, plus in-jokes and gags aimed at various individuals.

For me, the best part is the hilarious parody of certain types of characters well known in contemporary society. The right-wing influencer, the sellout politician, the narcissistic model, the coerced scientist, and the entrepreneurial false profit who steals ideas and influences with money and power rather than intelligence or innovation. These are well realised characters who you can recognise somewhere in life. They are easy targets, via their own self-serving nature, for someone one looking to exploit them for their own end.

Visually it is just as cinematic as the original, but in a different way. The backdrop is much more glamorous and colourful, with very memorable art design and costuming. The cinematography and editing is excellent as you would expect from a Rian Johnson film.

All actors are on great form, with Daniel Craig, Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe and Kate Hudson standing out.

A lot of reviews seem to compare the two movies. The more OTT style and tone of Glass Onion is quite different to 'Knives Out' so if you are looking for something similar, you might be disappointed. Personally, I found this to be a positive and see why Johnson was frustrated by the decision to put 'A Knives Out Mystery' in the movie's title.