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  • The Boy And The Beast (2015)
    Review preview for The Boy And The Beast

    For all its supernatural stylings, it's the natural connections that count.

    Amber Wilkinson · 3.5 out of 5
    A runaway human boy becomes apprenticed to a supernatural beast.
  • Eureka (2000)
    Review preview for Eureka

    Beautiful in its simplicity and utterly moving.

    Trinity · 4 out of 5
    All aboard the magical mystery bus.
  • First Love (2006)
    A teenaged girl becomes involved in a spectacular bank robbery.
  • The Great Passage (2013)
    Review preview for The Great Passage

    Matsuda is excellent in the demanding central role.

    Jennie Kermode · 3.5 out of 5
    A charming geek finds spiritual fulfilment – and true love – while compiling a new Japanese dictionary.
  • Origin: Spirits Of The Past (2006)
    Review preview for Origin: Spirits Of The Past

    A visual treat which at times will take your breath away.

    Jennie Kermode · 4 out of 5
    In a future world where the remnants of humanity are threatened by a sentient forest, a youth must reinvent himself in order to prevent people from the past destroying all that he holds dear.
  • Wolf Children (2012)
    Review preview for Wolf Children

    This as an enchanting film and perfect for family viewing.

    Jennie Kermode · 4 out of 5
    After falling in love with a werewolf she meets at university, a young woman is left alone to raise two half-wolf children who must be hidden from prying eyes.

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