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Four figures in blue uniforms with white boots stand on circular platform beneath large blue geometric shape with bright white lighting.
Review

The Fantastic Four: First Steps review – hard not to wish for more commitment

by Kambole Campbell

Hesitance to commit to pulpy retrofuturism undermines one of the better MCU entries.

2
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Four people standing on boat deck: woman in orange top on phone, blonde woman in navy jumper, brunette in denim dungarees, man in grey jacket.
Review

I Know What You Did Last Summer review – cramped by the limitations of its own IP

by Patrick Sproull

A new group of sexy teens face off against a hook-handed foe in this strange legacy sequel.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
Two blue animated characters with white hats, one with long blonde hair, standing on rocky ground with dappled sunlight.
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Smurfs review – a drab exercise in IP filler material

by David Jenkins

Another animated incarnation of Peyo’s beloved, blue Belgian beauties; unfortunately Chris Miller’s film absolutely sucks.

2
Anticipation
1
Enjoyment
1
In Retrospect
Two men in conversation outdoors, one in beige puffer jacket holding white cup with red straw, other in red and blue jacket eating.
Review

Friendship review – the Wario to I Love You Man's Mario

by Hannah Strong

Tim Robinson attempts to befriend Paul Rudd in Andrew DeYoung’s offbeat comedy.

5
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Person in dark hat, blue top, and red fabric wrap standing in golden grassland with birds flying overhead against pale sky.
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Harvest review – remarkably compelling work

by Hannah Strong

Athina Rachel Tsangari’s solemn adaptation of Jim Crace’s historical novel concentrates on the changing face of a Scottish farming village as the agricultural revolution begins.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Man in light blue shirt and woman with curly red hair in dark top having conversation in front of bookshelf filled with books.
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The Other Way Around review – a new type of break-up movie

by David Jenkins

Jonás Trueba’s wry and articulate neo-screwball relationship comedy sees a couple organising a party for their impending break-up.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Group portrait of a band, with 10 individuals shown in black and white. The group is arranged in two rows, with members making various facial expressions.
Review

Pavements review – a trailblazing docufiction without borders

by Luke Hicks

Alex Ross Perry creates a unique docufiction about cult indie band Pavement, blurring the lines between real and fake to excellent comedic effect. 

3
Anticipation
5
Enjoyment
5
In Retrospect
Man in blue Superman costume with red cape and "S" logo stands in white-lit corridor with angular grey walls.
Review

Superman review – levity and humour win the day

by Leila Latif

James Gunn ditches the gloom with his make-or-break refresh of this oft-filmed comic book stalwart.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
Two women sitting at outdoor café table under umbrellas, one in dark top, one in white shirt, Spanish flag visible on wall behind.
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Hot Milk review – never properly gels

by David Jenkins

Rebecca Lenkiewicz adapts Deb­o­rah Levy’s best-selling novel, but the result is lacklustre.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey in Jurassic World: Rebirth
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Jurassic World: Rebirth review – struggles to find a justification for its existence

by David Jenkins

There’s just too much that’s wrong and sil­ly and deriv­a­tive about this tired, tired run-out.

3
Anticipation
2
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect

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