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5/5
|
97%
|
Groundhog Day (1993) |
"
Built around an inspired premise, Groundhog Day is the high-concept comedy to end all high-concept comedies. Easy to watch yet surprisingly profound, it's an entertaining crowd-pleaser which is much smarter than most people watching will realise. Bing!"
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 19, 2013
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5/5
|
94%
|
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) |
"
Rousing, satisfying and awe-inspiring, The Return Of The King provides a worthy conclusion to what is both an incredible cinematic achievement and the finest fantasy filmmaking ever to grace our screens. "
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 23, 2012
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5/5
|
96%
|
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) |
"
Less a sequel to The Fellowship Of The Ring than it is a seamless continuation, The Two Towers is another immersive marriage of stirring storytelling and stunning spectacle."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 23, 2012
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5/5
|
92%
|
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) |
"
Stunning in every department, The Fellowship Of The Ring remains a stirring, spectacular achievement. The fantasy film to rule them all."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 16, 2012
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5/5
|
92%
|
Skyfall (2012) |
"
Skyfall not only gets things back on track, but delivers what is arguably the best Bond movie of all time."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 27, 2012
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5/5
|
87%
|
The Dark Knight Rises (2012) |
"
Though not without the odd minor niggle, The Dark Knight Rises is an intelligent, gripping, complex and suitably satisfying end to what is now - quite easily - the best comic adaptation trilogy of all time."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Sep 26, 2012
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5/5
|
93%
|
Looper (2012) |
"
The very definition of thinking man's science fiction, it isn't just good guys vs. bad guys, it's also good guy vs. good guy, both of whom happen to be the same good guy. Confused yet? You will be."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Sep 26, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
82%
|
The Place Beyond The Pines (2013) |
"
A riveting crime drama which evolves into something unique, The Place Beyond The Pines is an ambitious, mesmerising odyssey about fathers and sons. Not just Drive on a bike. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 6, 2013
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4.5/5
|
94%
|
Die Hard (1988) |
"
Undoubtedly, it's dated in some respects, but as a pure actioner Die Hard remains timeless. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Jan 31, 2013
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|
4.5/5
|
79%
|
Following (1999) |
"
The scale is a million Gotham miles from the likes of, say, the Dark Knight trilogy or Inception, but yet, it's still very much a Christopher Nolan film. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Jan 21, 2013
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4.5/5
|
100%
|
Raining Stones (1993) |
"
Boasting all the gritty hallmarks we've come to expect from Ken Loach (working class struggles, unparalleled authenticity, accents that might require subtitles), Raining Stones is another mini masterpiece from the master of social realism."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 26, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
94%
|
The Damned United (2009) |
"
You might not call it the best film ever made about British football, but it's definitely in the top one."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 21, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
88%
|
Life of Pi (2012) |
"
A spiritual, magical-realist blend of Slumdog Millionaire and Cast Away, Life Of Pi is one of the year's most striking films. Another triumph for Ang Lee."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 7, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
90%
|
The Shining (1980) |
"
A feeling of deep-rooted evil runs through every frame in mesmerising fashion. Hell, even the dizzyingly-patterned carpets are somewhat hypnotic."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Nov 29, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
91%
|
The Hunt (2013) |
"
Never less than riveting, it isn't just Vinterberg's best film in years, but one of most affecting films of the year, full stop."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Nov 24, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
91%
|
Star Trek II - The Wrath of Khan (1982) |
"
Infusing more humanity and character work in the first ten minutes than TMP managed in its entire duration, The Wrath Of Khan is a satisfying improvement in almost every respect."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 28, 2012
|
|
4.5/5
|
91%
|
There Will Be Blood (2007) |
"
Challenging and far from an easy watch, even those who do respond might take a couple of viewings to fully realise just how good it is, but there's little doubt that it's a modern masterpiece."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 19, 2012
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4/5
|
87%
|
Bullhead (2012) |
"
Tough, gloomy and quietly powerful, it's effective as a bruising gangster drama but stronger as a tragic character study. Another bruising turn from Schoenaerts, although it isn't nearly as interesting when the story moves away from him. "
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Apr 16, 2013
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4/5
|
97%
|
The Last of the Mohicans (1992) |
"
It's Mann's least Mann-like film, but also arguably his most rousing. The score is incredibly stirring, while it's great to see DDL play the hero. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Apr 13, 2013
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|
4/5
|
95%
|
Side by Side (2012) |
"
Essential viewing for anyone interested in filmmaking or the unique sight of Keanu Reeves shooting the breeze with David Lynch."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 13, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
96%
|
The Verdict (1982) |
"
A quietly compelling legal drama which showcases what well be the finest performance of Paul Newman's career, The Verdict makes a strong case to be considered as one of the most essential courtroom movies in American cinema."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 12, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
38%
|
Twins (1988) |
"
Boasting plenty of eighties charm and appeal, the first of Arnie's often ill-advised forays into comedy is also his best and most successful. An extra star for Schwarzenegger's calves. "
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 9, 2013
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4/5
|
87%
|
Robot & Frank (2012) |
"
While a tad on the slight side, Robot & Frank is a charming, moving and enjoyable indie sci-fi. And the robot is miles better than the one from Rocky IV."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 5, 2013
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|
4/5
|
83%
|
Byzantium (2013) |
"
Not just another vampire movie, Byzantium is seductive, stylish and quietly captivating. Arguably the best vampire movie since Let The Right One In, and Arteton's bust deserves a star of its own."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Mar 2, 2013
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4/5
|
87%
|
Arbitrage (2012) |
"
A tightly-wound character thriller, Arbitrage keeps the tension simmering while showcasing a career best from Richard Gere. You don't need a degree in economics to watch."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Feb 21, 2013
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|
4/5
|
24%
|
Medicine Man (1992) |
"
An underrated character drama which occasionally slips into thriller mode, Medicine Man is an engaging piece of forgotten '90s cinema. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Feb 17, 2013
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4/5
|
——
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Populaire (2013) |
"
Far more energetic, vibrant and exciting than a subtitled French film about typing in the late '50s has any right to be, Populaire is hugely charming and genuinely funny."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Feb 15, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
88%
|
Fond Kiss..., Ae, (Just a Kiss) (2004) |
"
It's not as strong as either My Name Is Joe or Sweet Sixteen, but Loach and Laverty deserve credit for carving out a thoughtful study of intolerance."
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Flix Capacitor
Posted Jan 19, 2013
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|
4/5
|
93%
|
Zero Dark Thirty (2013) |
"
It's particularly comparable to Zodiac, while there are also obvious parallels to Homeland, and a riveting, Call Of Duty-type finale."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Jan 15, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
91%
|
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) |
"
Though certain aspects of the film don't hold up that well, Tobe Hooper's seminal horror remains a hugely disturbing experience."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Jan 10, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
97%
|
The Hurt Locker (2009) |
"
Though the slow-building occasionally drags, for the most part The Hurt Locker is a masterclass in how to build tension. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Jan 4, 2013
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|
4/5
|
68%
|
Point Break (1991) |
"
Part beach bromance, part cult actioner, part search for meaning, it's an adrenalin-pumping thrill ride with so much macho testosterone that it's hard to imagine many male directors with bigger balls than Kathryn Bigelow. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 28, 2012
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|
4/5
|
79%
|
Grabbers () |
"
Grabbers doesn't reinvent the horror wheel, but it rises above such quibbles with lovely coastal charm and lots of feck-fuelled laughs. "
—
Empire Magazine
Posted Dec 27, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
61%
|
Jack Reacher (2012) |
"
Starting strong and staying that way throughout, Jack Reacher is a superior action thriller with hard edges and more humour than you're probably expecting. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 21, 2012
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4/5
|
80%
|
Young Adult (2011) |
"
With Juno, Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody gifted us a sunny gem where self-aware teens spoke like adults, but with Young Adult they give us a darker piece where an unaware, self-deceptive 'adult' sees the world like a teen. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 19, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
97%
|
Psycho (1960) |
"
The shower sequence, the shrieking score, Anthony Perkins, that twist ending... Psycho remains a stone-cold classic."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Dec 8, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
95%
|
Don't Look Now (1973) |
"
Though it seems like nothing much is happening for most of the running time, you always have the feeling that it's all building towards something shattering. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Nov 15, 2012
|
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4/5
|
92%
|
Silver Linings Playbook (2012) |
"
In line with Russell's early work, it's rough-edged and has the look of an indie movie, but like his last picture, The Fighter, it functions as a winsome crowd-pleaser with solid Oscar potential."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Nov 10, 2012
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4/5
|
84%
|
JFK (1991) |
"
Essentially three hours (plus) of Oliver Stone presenting a conspiracy theory to the audience, JFK is ambitious, controversial, fascinating, exhausting, and, perhaps most importantly, convincing. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 25, 2012
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4/5
|
82%
|
De rouille et d'os (Rust and Bone) (2012) |
"
Yes, there's liberal amounts of bare-knuckle fighting and naked nookie, but this is primarily a soulful relationship drama which is gentle, powerful and, on occasion, genuinely shattering. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 24, 2012
|
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4/5
|
96%
|
Argo (2012) |
"
It not only confirms Affleck as one of the few A-listers to have made a credible transition to behind the camera, but that he's one of the most exciting mainstream directors around, full stop."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 23, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
86%
|
Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) |
"
Part social realism drama, part magical fairytale, part eco-themed cautionary tale, Beasts Of The Southern Wild is arguably three beautiful films rolled into one."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 16, 2012
|
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4/5
|
100%
|
Everything or Nothing: The Untold Story of 007 (2012) |
"
It's not really the "Untold Story" as such - but there's plenty of fascinating material regardless. "
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 15, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
79%
|
Ruby Sparks (2012) |
"
While lesser filmmakers would merely utilise such a premise as an excuse for quirky, whimsical rom-com antics, here it's used to say something worthwhile about relationships."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Oct 12, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
Three Days of the Condor (1975) |
"
It's noticeably dated at times, but seeing Robert Redford's untrained bookworm trying to stay ahead of Max Von Sydow's cold professional often makes for gripping viewing."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Sep 30, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
73%
|
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) |
"
While Raimi's Spidey was primarily inspired by the classic modellings of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, Webb blends a welcome hybrid of Nolan's Bat-verse and Brian Michael Bendis' rightly-acclaimed Ultimate Spider-Man run."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Sep 26, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
78%
|
Dredd (2012) |
"
Literally blowing the memory of Stallone's rightly-maligned clanger-vehicle away, director Pete Travis and screenwriter Alex Garland understand the exact level on which the movie needs to work, getting the tone, look and approach just right."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted Sep 26, 2012
|
|
3.5/5
|
51%
|
Promised Land (2013) |
"
It's more middle of the road than transcendent, but Promised Land offers a quietly engaging and even-handed look at a controversial issue."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted May 16, 2013
|
|
3.5/5
|
86%
|
Star Trek Into Darkness (2013) |
"
The plot doesn't stand up to scrutiny, but in the moment Star Trek Into Darkness offers a fun and often thrilling ride."
—
Flix Capacitor
Posted May 16, 2013
|
|
3.5/5
|
49%
|
The Great Gatsby (2013) |
"
Employing the stylish grandiosity we've come expect from him, Luhrmann's trademark razzle-dazzle is entirely appropriate for the extravagant excess of Gatsby's world. "
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Flix Capacitor
Posted May 16, 2013
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