|
4/5
|
71%
|
All In Good Time () |
"
While Ritchie and Karan offer up charming performances, their characters could use more depth: the romantic complications feel sudden without much psychological insight."
—
Guardian [UK]
Posted May 10, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
76%
|
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012) |
"
Charming, delightful and highly amusing - just what you'd expect from the star studded cast of veterans."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Feb 20, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
50%
|
Sleeping Beauty (2011) |
"
This will divide audiences as much as The Tree Of Life, but it's a brave and beautiful calling card for both filmmaker and star."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Oct 9, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
76%
|
The Debt (2011) |
"
'The Debt' tackles themes of humanity, revenge and truth so successfully it's hard not to find it powerful - even if it's not the Oscar bait it might have hoped to be."
—
Time Out
Posted Sep 27, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
100%
|
Poetry (2011) |
"
Well-crafted and compelling, if a little inaccessible to western audiences..."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Jul 24, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
90%
|
Bridesmaids (2011) |
"
Finally, a female ensemble comedy that balances realistic characters with smart laughs and side-splitting farce."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Jun 20, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
82%
|
Life, Above All (2011) |
"
A tough but very rewarding watch."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted May 23, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
94%
|
Los ojos de Julia (Julia's Eyes) (2011) |
"
Yes, it's overlong but Del Toro acolyte Rueda brings some much atmosphere and suspense that you'll barely notice."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted May 16, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
50%
|
Little White Lies (2012) |
"
It's overlong, but with its gorgeous cast, irreverent humour and beautifully drawn characters, this smart comedy-drama is the kind of movie Couples Retreat and Grown Ups should have been."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Apr 11, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
93%
|
Abel () |
"
Tender and affecting."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Jan 3, 2011
|
|
4/5
|
93%
|
The Kids Are All Right (2010) |
"
A witty, warm exploration of family life that's conventional and unconventional in equal measure."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Oct 27, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
95%
|
The Arbor (2011) |
"
Moving, bold, unconventional and impeccably staged, The Arbor is a worthy tribute to a powerfully artistic voice."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Oct 20, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
85%
|
Easy A (2010) |
"
Stone gives a terrific performance, her knowing drawl implying intellect and indifference with underlying warmth."
—
Time Out
Posted Oct 20, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
88%
|
Undertow (2010) |
"
A languid, quietly moving love triangle."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Aug 5, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
90%
|
London River (2011) |
"
An insight-filled take on prejudice in post-11/7 London that packs a hefty punch."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Jul 8, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
75%
|
Greenberg (2010) |
"
Showcases a pleasingly subdued Stiller on great form, and provides more than enough dark giggles to see you through."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Jun 11, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
91%
|
Crazy Heart (2009) |
"
Despite being a character study, a May-to-December romance and a slow-moving musical relationship drama, this is still one of those films in which 'nothing much happens' - but, as such, it's a very, very good one."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Feb 19, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
75%
|
Invictus (2009) |
"
It's a stirring watch but it's telling that the performances, not the film itself, have captured the Academy's attention."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Feb 5, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
72%
|
The Boys Are Back (2009) |
"
Possibly too sentimental for some. But if you're interested in the psychology of parenting, or just fancy a good old blub, it's well worth a watch."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Jan 22, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
80%
|
Le Premier Jour du Reste de ta Vie (The First Day of the Rest of Your Life) (2008) |
"
An amusing family saga exploring the ideas of ageing, rebellion and family loyalties with a spring in its step and a song in its heart. In short, it's good fun."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Nov 20, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
74%
|
Banlieue 13 - Ultimatum (District 13: Ultimatum) (2009) |
"
A rebellious political message is let down by a popcorn ending but this is a humorous, energetic conspiracy flick, hitting somewhere between Enemy Of The State and Crank."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Oct 4, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
96%
|
Les Plages d'Agnčs (The Beaches of Agnes) (2008) |
"
A little self-absorbed but a charming, visually elegant portrait of a life both ordinary and extraordinary."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Oct 4, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
86%
|
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs (2009) |
"
A good all-rounder, dishing out healthy portions of wish-fulfilment for children and smart gags for grownups."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Sep 18, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
89%
|
Adventureland (2009) |
"
With appealing characters and a winning retro soundtrack including The Cure and Lou Reed, it's a very entertaining watch - even if it doesn't reach the cult status it seems to be striving for."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Sep 11, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
(500) Days of Summer (2009) |
"
More of an anti-romcom: something many women - and perhaps even more men - will be grateful for."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Sep 4, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
89%
|
Moon (2009) |
"
Thanks to a solid script and Rockwell's excellent performance as the intriguing and entertaining Sam, Moon is involving stuff."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Jul 17, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
Frozen River (2008) |
"
It's gripping stuff: decidedly non-showy but all the more authentic for it."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Jul 17, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
97%
|
Burma VJ: Reporter i et Lukket Land (Burma VJ: Reporting from a Closed Country) (2008) |
"
There's no doubting that this is a hugely important film."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Jul 17, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
67%
|
Brüno (Bruno) (2009) |
"
Excruciating, OTT, hilarious."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Jul 10, 2009
|
|
4/5
|
85%
|
Dean Spanley (My Talks with Dean Spanley) (2008) |
"
This film is so endearing you'll want to pop it in your pocket and carry it round forever."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Dec 12, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
85%
|
Dean Spanley (My Talks with Dean Spanley) (2008) |
"
Wilfully whimsical and determinedly eccentric, this faintly bonkers period tale won't be for everyone. But if you fall for Dean Spanley, you'll fall hard."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Dec 12, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
74%
|
Julia (2009) |
"
Plot twists and supporting characters all play second fiddle to her portrayal of a woman who's as fascinating as she is morally bankrupt."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Dec 5, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
85%
|
Ghost Town (2008) |
"
This isn't a fantastic story, or a particularly involving one, but in a market flooded with saccharine romcoms, its dry, dark wit is a breath of fresh air. Think Sixth Sense: the comedy."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Oct 24, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
59%
|
The Fall (2006) |
"
It veers towards sentimentality at times but the leads' terrific performances help ground this original and thoroughly enjoyable tale."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Oct 3, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
89%
|
Il y a Longtemps que Je T'aime (I've Loved You So Long) (2008) |
"
If the build-up inevitably shares Juliette's coldness, the conclusion is rich with emotion, raising questions about psychology, morality and more - even if it doesn't wholly convince."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Sep 26, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
89%
|
The Visitor (2008) |
"
The tension dips occasionally but stick with it and you'll be richly rewarded."
—
Empire Magazine Australasia
Posted Aug 18, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
79%
|
Jimmy Carter Man From Plains (2007) |
"
This portrait of former US President Jimmy Carter could come across as propaganda. Director Jonathan Demme clearly has an admiration for his subject."
—
Metro [UK]
Posted Aug 15, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
——
|
Joy Division (2007) |
"
A revealing portrait of a ground-breaking band."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted May 2, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
97%
|
Persepolis (2007) |
"
The predominantly black-and-white animation is used to amusing effect as Satrapi gently pokes fun at her youthful exuberance and innocence, making serious political points easy to swallow. The lack of sense of direction is the film's only let-down."
—
BBC
Posted Apr 25, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
100%
|
Bandit Queen (1995) |
"
Russell Brand is, for once, well cast in the role of vague, vain singer Aldous, who's also the object of obsession for a waiter and aspiring musician in the Hawaiian resort."
—
BBC
Posted Apr 25, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
93%
|
Happy-Go-Lucky (2008) |
"
An improvisational comedy drama, it's very funny and establishes Hawkins as a major talent to watch."
—
BBC
Posted Apr 18, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
65%
|
Brick Lane (2008) |
"
The daily grind of a Brick Lane Bangladeshi is credibly brought to life in this sensitive and intelligent adaptation of Monica Ali's novel."
—
Empire Magazine Australasia
Posted Mar 19, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
93%
|
Le Scaphandre et le Papillon (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly) (2007) |
"
A deeply affecting film."
—
BBC
Posted Feb 5, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
94%
|
The Violin (El Violin) (2007) |
"
A challenging yet rewarding watch."
—
BBC
Posted Jan 4, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
65%
|
Brick Lane (2008) |
"
The daily grind of a Brick Lane Bangladeshi is credibly brought to life in this sensitive and intelligent adaptation of Monica Ali's novel."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Nov 14, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
The Lookout (2007) |
"
The idea is intriguing, and the performances excellent, although lead Gordon-Levitt (Brick) is for once outshone by his co-stars."
—
BBC
Posted Oct 30, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
Control (2007) |
"
Gripping and desperately moving."
—
BBC
Posted Oct 5, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
72%
|
And When Did You Last See Your Father? (When Did You Last See Your Father?) (2008) |
"
Anand Tucker brings Blake Morrison's autobiographical bestseller to the screen with sensitivity, humour and visual flair."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Oct 5, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
64%
|
Buy It Now (2005) |
"
As a portrait of our consumer-obsessed society through the eyes of an alienated teen, you'll buy into this from the first frame."
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Jul 20, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
100%
|
Onna ga kaidan wo agaru toki (When a Woman Ascends the Stairs) (1963) |
"
Patience will be rewarded."
—
BBC
Posted Jun 29, 2007
|
65%
——
96%
