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The Alpinist

by Marina Ashioti

This gripping biopic of the enigmatic Marc-André Leclerc captures the essence of solo alpine free climbing.

2
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
A man wearing a black cowboy hat and a grey waistcoat, standing against a red background.
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Cry Macho

by Charles Bramesco

At 91, Clint Eastwood delivers a low-slung neo-western charmer about an old dude taking one final shot at redemption.

5
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Elderly man with grey hair and suit speaking at a podium.
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Fauci

by David Jenkins

A boilerplate but revealing profile documentary on famed American immunologist Anthony Fauci.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
A man wearing a rugged helmet with a blue tint, with a serious, intense expression on his face.
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Prisoners of the Ghostland

by Hannah Strong

Merchants of chaos Nicolas Cage and Sion Sono team up for a fleet-fisted tale of redemption and uprising.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
A young woman with long, red hair holds a video camera, her face focused and determined.
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A Brixton Tale

by Leslie Byron Pitt

There’s plenty to admire in this social drama from first-time directors Bertrand Desrochers and Darragh Carey.

4
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
A woman in a red and white striped jacket standing in a room, looking shocked or surprised.
Review

Gunpowder Milkshake

by Charles Bramesco

Karen Gillan leads an all-star squad of female contract assassins in Navot Papushado’s all-action misfire.

2
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
Close-up of a man's face with text tattoos on his forehead and cheek.
Review

The Story of Looking

by Laura Venning

Documentary maker Mark Cousins gets personal with this eye-opening essay film about the history of human vision.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
A young person with blonde hair wearing a colourful patchwork jacket and holding a large plastic bag.
Review

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

by Emily Maskell

Tom MacRae and Dan Gillespie Sells’ hit West End show is fabulously translated to the big screen.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
A serious-looking woman with dark hair, wearing a purple blouse, looking directly at the camera with a pensive expression.
Review

Rose Plays Julie

by David Jenkins

A young woman tracks down her biological mother in Joe Lawlor and Christine Molloy’s gripping study of trauma and identity.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
5
In Retrospect
A group of people, some holding hands, walking towards a wooden barn in a wooded area. The barn has a dark exterior and is surrounded by green foliage. The scene has a warm, natural tone.
Review

Herself

by Hannah Strong

Clare Dunne gives a captivating performance as a woman rebuilding her life after escaping an abusive relationship.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect