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  • Hammett (1982)
    Review preview for Hammett

    Once the story begins to hurtle along towards its conclusion, much of its early cheapness is forgotten.

    Robert Munro · 3.5 out of 5
    The novel writer Dashiell Hammett is involved in the investigation of the mysterious disappearance of a beautiful chinese cabaret actress in San Francisco.
  • Heavens Above! (1963)
    Review preview for Heavens Above!

    This a film that is peppered with perfect moments, yet the embarrassment of riches in terms of its targets means it also feels quite scattergun at times.

    Amber Wilkinson · 3.5 out of 5
    Trouble brews when an idealistic reverend is sent to a posh parish by mistake.
  • The Small World Of Sammy Lee (1963)
    Review preview for The Small World Of Sammy Lee

    Newley's acutely balanced performance lets us see the fear emerge in flashes as if he were coming up for air.

    Jennie Kermode · 3.5 out of 5
    A seedy strip club compere tries to stay one step ahead of heavies out to collect his gambling debts.
  • Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory (1971)
    Review preview for Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory

    A few scenes are likely to genuinely terrify younger viewers, but Wonka would be the first to point out that children ought to be terrified now and then.

    Max Crawford · 4 out of 5
    A little boy wins a golden ticket to visit the secret workings of a chocolate factory.

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