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Futuristic armoured soldier wielding a blaster rifle, set against a dimly lit interior.
Review

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

by David Jenkins

JJ Abrams delivers big time with his supremely classy and stirring addition to this cherished franchise.

3
Anticipation
5
Enjoyment
5
In Retrospect
Person standing in snow with mountains in the distance.
Review

Sherpa

by Adam Woodward

Ever dreamed of one day scaling Mount Everest? This powerful doc about a Nepalese community will make you reconsider.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Cartoon image of a young boy hugging his dog, both with happy expressions, set against a green meadow and blue sky.
Review

Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie

by David Jenkins

America’s most famous loser/​dog comic strip combo graduate to the big screen with charm and ease.

2
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Woman with long brown hair in a dark top, resting her hand on her chin while gazing thoughtfully through a window.
Review

By the Sea

by David Jenkins

As a director, writer and performer, Angelina Jolie-Pitt has finally come into her own.

1
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Two women wearing sparkly black dresses standing on a stage with a banner that says "Ellis Island" behind them.
Review

Sisters

by Sophie Monks Kaufman

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are good value in this fun but forgettable sibling-based comedy.

4
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Crowded party scene with people dressed in formal attire, some wearing sequins, celebrating and interacting with each other.
Review

When Harry Met Sally… (1989)

by Glenn Heath Jr

Nora Ephron and Rob Reiner’s seminal rom-com remains as fresh and feisty as ever.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Black-and-white image depicting a person encircled by metal structures, emphasising geometric shapes and lines.
Review

Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict

by Emma Simmonds

Director Lisa Immordino Vreeland offers a fascinating and outrageously funny look at the New York bohemian.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Vast glacial landscape with towering icy peaks, person sitting on rocky shore gazing across the frozen lake.
Review

Ice and the Sky

by David Jenkins

Mr March of the Penguins returns with an affecting, unhysterical film about the ensuing climate disaster ahead.

2
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Closeup of a person with curly hair and closed eyes, illuminated by warm lighting.
Review

The Forbidden Room

by Anton Bitel

Lose yourself in the mind-bending majesty of Guy Maddin and Evan Johnson’s cine odyssey.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Two women sit in the back of a car, one looking thoughtful with her hand on her head.
Review

Grandma

by Abbey Bender

Lily Tomlin puts in a memorable performance as the sweary star of this charming road movie.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect