In what is quite easily the best acting performance of an already impressive career, Tom Hardy delivers a stunning two-punch knockout in his explosive performance as London’s most famous gangsters. Legend is a thrilling, intriguing - and at times damn-right funny - insight into the twins who ruled a city and is surely a cast-iron guarantee that awards season will be heavily influenced by it’s lead actor…
Sir Ian McKellan’s take on perhaps the most famous literary character of our times is a risk that pays off in abundance. With what is the most authentic and humane portrayal of the great detective that has ever been produced, Mr Holmes deserves immense credit. It may not be to everyone’s liking but for those who aren’t afraid to try something new this is an intriguing glimpse into the man behind the myth…
Immersive, spell-binding and visually stunning whilst also containing a surprisingly intelligent plot to support it; Mad Max: Fury Road is one of the most frenetic action films in years and a success on every single level. This is pure adrenaline-fueled entertainment at it’s most chaotic and anarchic best…
Formulaic, simple - and at times a little silly, John Wick is never dull and entertains throughout. A fine return to form for Reeves and a welcome shot in the arm for a flagging action market that seems to have forgotten what it was that it once did best...
Despicable Me hooks-up with ET in a cute and colourful tale that highlights how our differences actually make us more alike. The endless fun, neatly knitted together with emotional resonance, should strike the perfect balance to entertain both kids and adults alike...
Diverting, lively, and overall great fun, with plenty of laughs for the average cinema-goer and more than enough genre components to keep the more serious cineaste entertained. Firth in particular is on spectacular form...
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