Ashgrove review – a nuanced and adult look at the way we present ourselves
Jeremy LaLonde’s tale of relationships is understated but shouldn’t be underestimated.
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Shiva Baby review – a brilliant piece of palm-clenching cinema
Seligman’s picture feels less like a comedy-drama and more like a Jewish version of mother!
Sound of Metal review – a pure cinematic experience led brilliantly by Ahmed
Clever directing and another strong performance from Ahmed make this is a great film experience.
The Father review – a brilliant portrayal of dementia delivered by Hopkins and Colman
Powerhouse performances from Olivia Colman and Anthony Hopkins drive this authentic portrayal of dementia.
Promising Young Woman review – a darkly comic but emotionally rich debut
Emerald Fennell and Carey Mulligan offer a tale that may change the way we think about predators.
Uncut Gems review – welcome back to proper movies, Sandman
The Safdie brothers’ labour of love is an ode to great filmmaking of the past.
Honey Boy review – an important film about making sense of past trauma
Shia LaBeouf’s semi-autobiographical tale is made stronger by great direction from Alma Har’el.
Beautiful Boy review – Carell and Chalamet give great performances in this moving tale of addiction
Carell and Chalamet are transfixing in Beautiful Boy, a film that focuses on a father desperate to help his son overcome addiction.