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  • Arthur And The Invisibles (2006)
    Review preview for Arthur And The Invisibles

    Besson breaks all the rules and doesn’t get away with it.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 2.5 out of 5
    An English boy in America seeks the help of miniature medieval Smurflings to save his Gran from being evicted.
  • Labyrinth (1986)
    Review preview for Labyrinth

    There are many scenes delightful to young children which older viewers will find shallow and gimmicky, whilst the younger ones will be left puzzled and bored by the strange romance between Sarah and her enemy.

    Jennie Kermode · 3.5 out of 5
    A teenage girl enters a mysterious maze to try and win back her baby brother from the Goblin King.
  • Mayor Of The Sunset Strip (2003)
    Review preview for Mayor Of The Sunset Strip

    Whilst I wouldn't call the documentary dishonest, I would call it exploitative.

    Keith Dudhnath · 3 out of 5
    Documentary about Californian DJ, who likes to be seen with the stars.
  • The Man Who Fell To Earth (1976)
    Review preview for The Man Who Fell To Earth

    Full of dazzling images.

    Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5
    The spectacular yet melancholy story of an alien from a dying planet who comes to Earth in search of water but indulges a little too much.
  • Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence (1983)
    Review preview for Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence

    Bowie and Sakamoto acquit themselves well, their otherworldly appearance and rougher edges in acting ability feel quite appropriate for the characters they are playing - outsiders.

    Owen Van Spall · 3.5 out of 5
    Study of brutality in a Japanese PoW camp
  • Moonage Daydream (2022)
    Review preview for Moonage Daydream

    In this kaleidoscope life, montage becomes an essential tool, illustrating not only the artist’s own work but his many influences, along with the immediate context in which he was living.

    Jennie Kermode · 4 out of 5
    Documentary featuring a wealth of David Bowie archive.
  • The Prestige (2006)
    Review preview for The Prestige

    Some films envelope you, others baffle you. The Prestige is a mixture of the two.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 4 out of 5
    A tale of bitter rivalry between two 19th century magicians.
  • Scott Walker: 30 Century Man (2006)
    Review preview for Scott Walker: 30 Century Man

    An affectionate, thoroughly enjoyable biography and tribute.

    Leanne McGrath · 4.5 out of 5
    Documentary about one of rock's most enigmatic and influential heroes.
  • Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992)
    Review preview for Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me

    This film hinges on a powerhouse performance from Sheryl Lee the like of which has rarely been committed to celluloid.

    Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5
    The last seven days in the life of Laura Palmer - a young woman's desperate attempt to reclaim her identity after years of abuse.
  • Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars (1973)
    Review preview for Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars

    Indisputably one of the greatest concert films ever made, DA Pennebaker's striking work captures those last moments onstage in all their glory.

    Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5
    David Bowie in his final performance as Ziggy Stardust, with behind the scenes footage.

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