Talent Dev Patel

Nude figure seated in wooden ring, arms outstretched, with ropes surrounding frame.
Review

Monkey Man review – a ferocious, rough-hewn directorial debut

by Kambole Campbell

Dev Patel emerges as a compelling action star in his directorial debut Monkey Man, a scrappy revenge tale set in a fictionalised Indian city where corruption is rife.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect
Rugged figure holding a large axe, standing on a rocky landscape with a cloudy sky.
Review

The Green Knight

by Hannah Strong

Dev Patel and Ralph Ineson face off in David Lowery’s adaptation of a popular Arthurian legend, with stylish results.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
A man in a suit and bow tie stands in front of a brick building, with horse-drawn carriages in the background.
Review

The Personal History of David Copperfield

by Lou Thomas

Armando Iannucci trades satire for spirited period comedy in a Charles Dickens adaptation for the ages.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
A man with a dark beard and hat peers through a golden-framed doorway, set against a warm, amber-coloured interior.
Review

Hotel Mumbai

by Adam Woodward

Anthony Maras depicts a real-life tragedy in this grim action-thriller.

3
Anticipation
2
Enjoyment
1
In Retrospect
Man with curly hair wearing a grey t-shirt, standing in front of a wall with graffiti.
Review

Lion

by David Jenkins

Dev Patel plays a displaced orphan retracing his roots in Garth Davis’ sentimental drama.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
A man and woman in traditional Indian wedding attire, with the man wearing a light-coloured tunic and turban, and the woman wearing a red and gold embroidered dress and head covering.
Review

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

by Sophie Monks Kaufman

A return to that sunny outpost for the elderly and infirm ushers lightly diminishing returns.

3
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect

Accessibility Settings

Text

Applies the Open Dyslexic font, designed to improve readability for individuals with dyslexia.

Applies a more readable font throughout the website, improving readability.

Underlines links throughout the website, making them easier to distinguish.

Adjusts the font size for improved readability.

Visuals

Reduces animations and disables autoplaying videos across the website, reducing distractions and improving focus.

Reduces the colour saturation throughout the website to create a more soothing visual experience.

Increases the contrast of elements on the website, making text and interface elements easier to distinguish.