Paddington 2 *****
Good-value family entertainment, with all kinds of characters in the mix. Do catch this if you can!
Category: Drama
LFF 2017: Breathe ****
Serkis’ care with the source material is such that by the time the inevitable arrives, the viewer is not emotionally drained and actually celebrates the good that has come from Robin’s situation.
Victoria and Abdul ****
Victoria and Abdul is enchanting British drama, blending laughter and sadness that once again, cements Dench’s mastery in such roles, even if it bends the historic truth.
Cars 3 ***
It’s not so much the McQueen character progression here, but whether you want action scenes verses lovable character moments for committed fans. Indeed, those craving more Mater moments will be disappointed.
War For The Planet Of The Apes (3D) *****
The full impact of what you have just watched hits you like a tidal wave soon after. It’s the unexpected that renders War For The Planet Of The Apes one of the most powerful post-viewing experiences in a long time.
My Cousin Rachel ****
Just as moody in production as in acting as any ‘period film noir’ should be. It also retains the mystery right up until the very last frame, which some might find utterly frustrating.
Fast and Furious 8 ****
Bigger, dafter ballsier fun with egos the size of tanks on the loose. This latest film just adds more fuel to the saga’s tank and keeps it running. Paul, you’d be proud.
LFF 2016: La La Land *****
It’s a film you will remember for how it made you feel, rather than for any meaningful storyline. La La Land offers a kind of therapy in a cold, unsure world, a guaranteed spiritual boost.
Passengers ***
Some great ideas to ponder over and a good-looking cast. However, it needed to get its facts a little straighter and pay more attention to its plot scenarios to truly propel it into the big league of sci-fi memorabilia.