Conclave: A flawless, thought-provoking thriller

This cinematic, pulpy romp about the election of a new Pope is a flawless, riveting, thought-provoking thriller.Read More

Fly Me to the Moon review: A charming space race caper

Channing Tatum and Scarlet Johansson bring charm to this entertaining space caper.Read More

Merchant Ivory review: One of 2024’s best documentaries

A fascinating and insightful exploration of the films, careers and relationship dynamics behind Merchant Ivory.Read More

Joy review: A charming tale of hope

A charming cast stop this moving tale of the birth of IVF from feeling too clinical.Read More

Music by John Williams: A treat for soundtrack nerds

Director: Laurent Bouzereau Cast: John Williams, Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Chris Martin Certificate: 12

Baaaa dum. Baaaa dum. The opening to the Jaws theme is as instantly recognisable as the man who wrote it: John Williams. Perhaps the most iconic … Read More

Grave of the Fireflies: A heart-wrenching masterpiece

Isao Takahata’s profoundly moving anti-war drama is a heart-wrenching masterpiece.Read More

Twisters: A stirring summer blockbuster

Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones whip up a thrilling whirlwind of entertainment and peril in this stirring summer blockbuster.Read More

VOD film review: Madame Web

A promisingly dark thriller comes unspun in this unconventional but inconsistent superhero thriller.Read More

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review: A thoughtful study of legacy

Politics, loyalty and revenge collide as Wes Ball expands the sci-fi franchise with a thoughtful study of legacy.Read More

Federer: Twelve Final Days: A fond farewell

This slick, surprisingly intimate documentary is a fond farewell to a sporting era.Read More