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The 33

The 33 review: Passable Chilean miner drama fails to dig deep into survivors' struggles

Not exactly an underground smash.

26 January 2016
The Assassin

The Assassin review: Martial arts Cannes hit is an action-less snooze

Everybody was kung-fu griping.

19 January 2016
Leonardo DiCaprio in The Revenant

The Revenant review: Leonardo DiCaprio battles a bear in beautiful, brutal frontier thriller

Yep, Leo gets grisly with a grizzly.

11 January 2016
chris hemsworth in ron howard's in the heart of the sea

In the Heart of the Sea review: Ron Howard's Moby-Dick whaling drama is an absolute sinker

Chris Hewsworth erroneously takes on a whale.

16 December 2015
tom hanks in bridge of spies

Bridge of Spies review: Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks heat up the Cold War

You'll feel the icy grip in this slick espionage thriller.

26 November 2015
Textile, Sitting, Comfort, Curtain, Sharing, Lap, Conversation, Love, Window treatment,

Re-Viewed: Tony Scott and Quentin Tarantino's fevered '90s classic True Romance is still so cool

"You're Sicilian, huh?"

20 November 2015
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Burnt review: Bradley Cooper is a shouty Gordon Ramsay chef in this food porn drama

If you can't stand the heat... (you know the rest).
02 November 2015
Outerwear, Red, Blazer, Maroon, Facial hair, Pleased,

Kill Your Friends review: Nicholas Hoult is crueler than Simon Cowell in music biz black comedy

Skins star turns psycho as a back-stabbing music exec.
30 October 2015
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Indoor games and sports, People, Recreation, Community, Leisure, Games, Interaction, Tabletop game, Gambling, Poker set,

Mississippi Grind review: A finely-tuned Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelsohn bromance

Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelsohn roll the dice in the Deep South.
23 October 2015
Smoke, Flash photography, Sweater,

The Last Witch Hunter review: Vin Diesel fantasy is like Harry Potter pumped on steroids

Vin Diesel kicks broomstick-riding butt with a flaming sword.
21 October 2015
Knight, Middle ages, Armour, History, Viking, Screenshot, Games,

Re-Viewed: Monty Python and the Holy Grail remains a comedy classic 40 years later

They are still the Knights who say Ni...
17 October 2015
Eyewear, Tire, Bicycle jersey, Bicycle handlebar, Bicycles--Equipment and supplies, Bicycle frame, Bicycle, Sports equipment, Sportswear, Bicycle racing,

The Program review: Ben Foster exposes the dark heart of drugs cheat Lance Armstrong

This Lance Armstrong biopic is far from dope.
16 October 2015
Eyewear, Glasses, Vision care, Dress shirt, Coat, Shirt, Collar, Outerwear, Suit, Formal wear,

The Intern review: A cosy but distinctly beige generation-gap comedy

Anne Hathaway and Robert De Niro get down to business.
29 September 2015
Cap, Facial hair, Beard, Moustache, Necklace, Chest, Baseball cap, Jewellery, Sleeveless shirt, Street fashion,

99 Homes review: Spider-Man and General Zod get in the face of financial crisis

Andrew Garfield and Michael Shannon are bringing down the house
24 September 2015
Hat, Textile, Plaid, Tartan, Jacket, Sun hat, Pattern, Bag, Luggage and bags, Beard,

A Walk in the Woods review: Robert Redford's pleasant ramble through Bill Bryson's book

Robert Redford and Nick Nolte are old pals a ramblin'.
18 September 2015
everest movie

Everest review: Scales the dizzy heights of a Lifetime movie

Josh Brolin and an all-star cast struggle at altitude.
18 September 2015
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Legend review: Tom Hardy is savage and stylish as the Kray twins

Buy one get one free on Tom Hardys.
07 September 2015
Microphone, Guitarist, Audio equipment, Entertainment, Musician, Musical instrument, Performing arts, Event, Music, String instrument,

Ricki and the Flash review: Meryl Streep goes from Iron Lady to Iron Maiden

Meryl Streep rocks out with Rick Springfield in this music drama.
04 September 2015
Human, Jacket, Facial hair, Beard, Wrinkle, Leather jacket, Leather, Farm, Prairie, Top,

45 Years review: Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay get struck by an iceberg

Deep blue melancholy for Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay.
24 August 2015
Sleeve, Trousers, Jacket, Textile, People in nature, Dress, Petal, Fashion, Spring, Bouquet,

Gemma Bovery review: Gemma Arterton sets pulses racing, but she's reduced to a French fancy

Gemma Arterton gets reduced to a French fancy.
21 August 2015
Clothing, Eyewear, Glasses, Vision care, Sunglasses, Coat, Goggles, Outerwear, Suit, Collar,

The Man from UNCLE review: A fizzy antidote to 007's deep psychological probing

Fancy a bit of a throwback to the Bond of old? Henry Cavill's Man from UNCLE is here to help.
11 August 2015
Lip, Eyelash, Blond, Jewellery, Spokesperson, Conversation, Public speaking, Step cutting, Stage equipment, Brown hair,

Hot Pursuit review: Reese Witherspoon and Sofia Vergara go on the lam for a limp comedy

Reese Witherspoon and Sofia Vergara chase their own tails in this limp comedy.
30 July 2015
Sport venue, Competition event, Chest, Barechested, Combat sport, Bodybuilder, Striking combat sports, Sports, Contact sport, Muscle,

Southpaw review: Jake Gyllenhaal bulks up for a heavyweight performance

Jake Gyllenhaal is a true heavyweight in this brutal boxing drama.
24 July 2015
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Love & Mercy review: John Cusack and Paul Dano play Beach Boy Brian Wilson

John Cusack and Paul Dano play a lost little Beach Boy - our verdict on the Brian Wilson biopic.
09 July 2015
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Ted 2 review: Seth MacFarlane deploys teddy bear shock and awe

More bear-faced cheek - but is Seth MacFarlane's comedy as funny as its predecessor?
07 July 2015
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Magic Mike XXL review: The film you feared the original would be

Channing Tatum gets his kit off again - but he may get a chilly reception.
29 June 2015
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Re-Viewed: Arnold Schwarzenegger's sci-fi classic The Terminator

As another sequel looms, how does James Cameron's ground-breaking prototype measure up today?
27 June 2015
Arm, Hand, Dress, Fashion accessory, Eyelash, Fashion, Jewellery, Earrings, Blond, Body jewelry,

She's Funny That Way: Peter Bogdanovich's not-so funny rom-com

Imogen Poots and Owen Wilson charm their way through a not-so funny rom-com.
24 June 2015
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Slow West review: Michael Fassbender leads an ethereal western

Michael Fassbender shepherds Kodi Smit-McPhee through cowboy country.
24 June 2015
Fire, Gas, Countertop, Flame, Brick, Costume, Heat, Smoke, Brickwork,

Everly review: Salma Hayek's action movie is total scuzz

Even slobbering Salma Hayek fans might come away feeling short-changed.
23 June 2015
Hat, Dress shirt, Standing, Coat, Formal wear, Collar, Style, Suit, Blazer, Wood stain,

Mr Holmes review: Ian McKellen searches for Sherlock's soul

Ian McKellen gives an insightful turn as the Baker Street detective.
15 June 2015
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Listen Up Philip review: Jason Schwartzman's acerbic character study

Jason Schwartzman acts up as a literary misanthrope in his latest indie drama.
05 June 2015
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Man Up review: Simon Pegg and Lake Bell's rom-com is a winner

Lake Bell puts Simon Pegg into a romantic spin - here's why their new rom-com is a winner.
28 May 2015
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Danny Collins review: Al Pacino gets his groove back

Review: Al Pacino is making some noise playing an ageing rock star experiencing a career rebirth.
27 May 2015
Hair, Face, Head, Hairstyle, Shirt, Coat, Style, Jewellery, Blazer, Fashion,

Top Five review: Chris Rock is on fine form in front of and behind the camera

Chris Rock is on top form as writer, director and star of this comedy drama.
07 May 2015
Hair, Event, Dress, Performing arts, One-piece garment, Dance, Dancer, Musical ensemble, Function hall, Audience,

A Royal Night Out review: The Queen in a rom-com? We are not amused

The Queen makes an unlikely romantic comedy heroine - but why are we not amused?
06 May 2015
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Pitch Perfect 2 review: Does a cappella sequel live up to the original?

Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson return for more a cappella craziness.
04 May 2015
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Far from the Madding Crowd review: Carey Mulligan in corset mode

Carey Mulligan goes into corset mode in the new adaptation of Thomas Hardy's novel.
29 April 2015
Shoulder, Eyelash, Long hair, Teal, Brown hair, Door, Picture frame, Turquoise, Layered hair, Wood stain,

The Good Lie review: Reese Witherspoon drama cannot fail to move you

Reese Witherspoon is top-billed in this moving drama about Sudanese refugees.
21 April 2015
Hat, Chin, Fashion accessory, Headgear, Costume accessory, Fashion, Sun hat, Costume hat, Portrait photography, Stock photography,

A Little Chaos review: Kate Winslet leads Alan Rickman's period drama

Kate Winslet gets bogged down as a gardener in Alan Rickman's Versailles.
15 April 2015
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Clothing, Face, Ear, Nose, Lip, Skin, Chin, Hat, Dress shirt, Collar,

The Salvation review: Mads Mikkelsen film for western fans only

Hannibal's Mads Mikkelsen rides out in a moody modern western.
14 April 2015
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Good Kill review: Ethan Hawke reunites with Gattaca's Andrew Niccol

Ethan Hawke is a ticking time bomb in an unconventional war drama about drones.
06 April 2015
Muscle, Stock photography,

The Water Diviner review: Russell Crowe's impressive directorial debut

Russell Crowe directs and stars in a contemplative drama set in the aftermath of Gallipoli.
02 April 2015
Land vehicle, Automotive parking light, Asphalt, T-shirt, Residential area, House, Roof, Jacket, Street fashion, Bumper,

Get Hard review: A hard slap in the face to political correctness

Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart deliver a hard slap in the face to political correctness.
26 March 2015
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The Voices review: Ryan Reynolds leads a delirious black comedy

Ryan Reynolds is scarily good in a psycho killer comedy with Gemma Arterton.
19 March 2015
Ear, Jacket, Outerwear, Leather, Street fashion, Leather jacket, Zipper, Bracelet, Wrinkle, Top,

A Second Chance review: Game of Thrones star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's drama

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is first class in this Danish melodrama from Susanne Bier.
17 March 2015
Hairstyle, Sleeve, Shoulder, Jaw, Black hair, Street fashion, Neck, Eyelash, Long hair, Beige,

White Bird in a Blizzard review: Shailene Woodley spreads her wings

Shailene Woodley spreads her wings in a teen drama that ultimately nosedives.
06 March 2015
Comfort, Sitting, Couch, Furniture, Picture frame, Living room, Interior design, Plaid, Houseplant, Brown hair,

Still Alice review: Julianne Moore's Oscar-winning performance

Julianne Moore in an Oscar-winning turn as a woman with Alzheimer's disease.
05 March 2015
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Audio equipment, Dress shirt, Podium, Public speaking, Microphone, Lectern, Formal wear, Speech, Spokesperson, Suit,

Kill the Messenger review: Jeremy Renner in buzzing electric form

A shocking true story with Jeremy Renner tangled up in far-reaching conspiracy.
04 March 2015
Lighting, Coat, Suit, Glass, Formal wear, Interaction, Tableware, Drinkware, Jewellery, Conversation,

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel review: 'Wish fulfilment for retirees'

Judi Dench, Maggie Smith and co re-open the doors to the over-60s love nest.
25 February 2015
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Focus review: Will Smith and Margot Robbie get lost in the con

Will Smith and Margot Robbie get lost in the blur of this overblown con caper.
25 February 2015
Nose, Lip, Hairstyle, Skin, Eyebrow, Eyelash, Beauty, Brown hair, Photography, Long hair,

Cake review: Jennifer Aniston's grey cardigan performance

Jennifer Aniston serves up a slice of miserablism and gets a Golden Globe nomination.
17 February 2015
Flowerpot, Houseplant, Belt,

Blackhat review: Chris Hemsworth turns hacker for Michael Mann

A cyber-crime thriller with Chris Hemsworth as a genius IT geek. No, really...
16 February 2015
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Selma review: 'David Oyelowo iniquitously ignored by the Oscars'

David Oyelowo walks the walk and talks the talk as Martin Luther King.
02 February 2015
Poker table, Interaction, Gambling, Poker, Indoor games and sports, Card game, Sharing, Baize, Conversation, Casino,

The Gambler review: Mark Wahlberg isn't playing with full set of cards

Mark Wahlberg isn't playing with a full set of cards in this thriller from Rupert Wyatt.
22 January 2015
Collar, Outerwear, Smoking, Formal wear, Tobacco products, Bow tie, Cigarette, Blazer, Tobacco, Facial hair,

Mortdecai review: Johnny Depp dons a moustache to act the fool

Johnny Depp has a few close shaves as a moustachioed art thief.
22 January 2015
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Johnny Depp reveals his comedy heroes

Mortdecai's Johnny Depp and Paul Bettany talk fake 'taches and comedy heroes.
22 January 2015
Travel, Bag, Adventure, Camera, Outcrop, Single-lens reflex camera, Gadget, Hiking, Backpacking, Badlands,

Wild review: Reese Witherspoon breaks out of rom-com rut

Reese Witherspoon sheds blood, sweat and tears on an epic journey, on foot.
16 January 2015
Soldier, Military person, Military uniform, Army, Military camouflage, Forehead, Military organization, Pattern, Military, Marines,

American Sniper review: Bradley Cooper is in nerve-jangling chaos

Clint Eastwood directs Bradley Cooper in the true story of a Navy SEAL sniper.
12 January 2015
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Foxcatcher review: 'A film that pins you down and will not let go'

Steve Carell and Channing Tatum are head-to-head in a gripping true story.
05 January 2015
Armour, Costume, Glove, Breastplate, Viking, Fictional character, Beard, Tradition, Hero, History,

Exodus Gods and Kings review: 'A film that stirs and never settles'

Christian Bale stands tall as Moses in Ridley Scott's sweeping biblical epic.
23 December 2014
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Annie review: Quvenzhané Wallis is the sole shining light

Can this Quvenzhané Wallis-led remake best the '80s original?
21 December 2014
Human, Deer, Antler, Horn, Elk, Reindeer, Natural material, Fawn, Laugh, Barren ground Caribou,

Dumb and Dumber To review: "Depressingly dumb"

Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels are older but none the wiser.
19 December 2014
Poster, Darkness, Book cover, Fiction, Publication,

Into the Woods review: How does the Meryl Streep, James Corden, Johnny Depp musical fare?

An all-star cast get hopelessly lost in the fairytale forest of Into the Woods.
17 December 2014
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