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  • 16 Years Of Alcohol (2003)
    Review preview for 16 Years Of Alcohol

    Richard Jobson's debut is full of abiding images that linger long after the final credits.

    Amber Wilkinson · 4 out of 5
    Life and times of a budding drunk in the mean streets of Edinburgh.
  • Afterlife (2003)
    Review preview for Afterlife

    Without wanting to sound like the marketing director for Cliché City, the film is heartwarming, life enhancing and full of love.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 3 out of 5
    A man goes on a personal voyage of discovery with his Down Syndrome sister.
  • Brave (2012)
    Review preview for Brave

    While Brave may occasionally shy away from darker territory in order to retain its appeal for even the youngest of audiences, there are still plenty of 'big' ideas here for small minds to think about.

    Amber Wilkinson · 4.5 out of 5
    A princess gets more than she bargains for when she asks for a spell.
  • Dog Soldiers (2002)
    Review preview for Dog Soldiers

    Very easy to like.

    Jennie Kermode · 3 out of 5
    Soldiers on training exercise in Scotland meet hungry werewolves.
  • De-Lovely (2004)
    Review preview for De-Lovely

    It is impossible to be down on the film when the many songs radiate such wit and style and keep the whole show rolling.

    Stephanie Wolfe Murray · 4 out of 5
    Musical based on the life of Cole Porter.
  • Does God Play Football? (2003)
    A young footie fan prays for a dad.
  • Hannibal Rising (2007)
    The most infamous gastronomic serial killer's early years.
  • The Last Legion (2007)
    Review preview for The Last Legion

    There's a proper sense of adventure and the scale of the story is appropriate for a great legend. Unfortunately the sword it all revolves around looks as if it came from Poundstretcher.

    Jennie Kermode · 2.5 out of 5
    As a young emperor flees the fall of Rome, he encounters a mysterious sword which will shape his destiny.
  • Made Of Honour (2008)
    Review preview for Made Of Honour

    If you're in the mood for a nicely crafted, well-acted, thoroughly entertaining time-filler featuring familiar faces who are well within their comfort zone, you could do far worse.

    Martin Gray · 3 out of 5
    Commitment- phobe realises who he wants - too late?
  • Marcie's Dowry (1999)
    Review preview for Marcie's Dowry

    Mackenzie has a terrific feel for comedy and the performances are beautifully understated.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 3.5 out of 5
    A tale of blackmail, gangsters and a policeman's wedding.
  • Max (2002)
    Review preview for Max

    Has a dark, post-Apocalyptic feel to it, with a vibrant artistic life.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 4 out of 5
    A friendship between an artist and Hitler as a young man.
  • Nicholas Nickleby (2002)
    Review preview for Nicholas Nickleby

    Essentially, the film is weak on detail and strong on personality, although, even that, promises more than it delivers.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 2.5 out of 5
    A man tries to save his family - and kids at an abusive school - after they fall on hard times.
  • One Last Chance (2004)
    Review preview for One Last Chance

    The script is laced with expletives and the comedy weakened by a lack of dialogue support.

    David Stanners · 3 out of 5
    Black comedy, set in the Highlands of Scotland.
  • Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief (2010)
    Review preview for Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief

    This is an entertaining time passer which should keep the kids happy.

    Martin Gray · 3 out of 5
    Teenage gods and monsters - classical, but not a classic
  • The Purifiers (2004)
    Review preview for The Purifiers

    The design of the film is straightforward and yet cleverly skewed.

    Scott Macdonald · 2 out of 5
    Futuristic gang war chopsocky Scottish vigilante action packer.
  • The Rocket Post (2006)
    Review preview for The Rocket Post

    This gentle tale of love in the face of the threat of war could do with a bit of rocket propulsion itself.

    Amber Wilkinson · 3 out of 5
    Rocket scientist finds love on remote Scots isle.
  • That Old One (2002)
    Review preview for That Old One

    A polished, well-made comedy short.

    Keith Hennessey Brown · 3 out of 5
    Waking up with the wrong woman and losing a wedding ring is only the start of one man's troubles.
  • Trainspotting (1996)
    Review preview for Trainspotting

    Its comedy leaps barricades.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 5 out of 5
    Black comic drama about the Edinburgh drugs scene. On re-release.
  • Understanding Jane (1998)
    Review preview for Understanding Jane

    Director Caleb Lindsay tries in vain to create something out of nothing...His attempts only cheapen already empty scenes.

    Josh Morrall · 1.5 out of 5
    Romantic adventure between two men and women who meet through a personal ad.

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