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  • Black Swan (2010)
    Review preview for Black Swan

    As elegant and overblown as ballet itself.

    James Benefield · 5 out of 5
    A psychological thriller set in the world of the New York City ballet.
  • The Fountain (2006)
    Review preview for The Fountain

    Seldom in cinema has eschatology been treated with such intelligence, or inspired such aching awe.

    Anton Bitel · 4.5 out of 5
    Three parallel stories, running across more than 1000 years explore the notions of life, love, obssession and loss.
  • Mother! (2017)
    Review preview for Mother!

    In the realm of the insane reason has no place. Anything is possible. Even the impossible

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 4 out of 5
    Uninvited guests threaten a couple's relationship.
  • Noah (2014)
    Review preview for Noah

    Noah 2014 seems terrified of anything not spelled out.

    Anne-Katrin Titze · 2 out of 5
    A man believes that he was chosen to build an ark to save the world's animals and end human cruelty.
  • Pi (1998)
    Review preview for Pi

    Pi is a superbly inventive thriller.

    Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5
    A mathematician searches for a code which could explain the universe, but his research attracts some unsavoury interest.
  • Requiem For A Dream (2000)
    Review preview for Requiem For A Dream

    What Aronofsky has done with Selby's script is remarkable. With the use of split screen, hip-hop montage and every trick in the cinematographer's bag, he has forged a work of considerable significance.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 4.5 out of 5
    Study of dysfunction, addiction, loneliness and love amongst four characters in Coney Island
  • The Whale (2022)
    Review preview for The Whale

    A film that often lacks subtlety in its execution despite the performances and impressive make-up craft.

    Amber Wilkinson · 3 out of 5
    A reclusive English teacher living with severe obesity attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter for one last chance at redemption.
  • The Wrestler (2008)
    Review preview for The Wrestler

    Rourke brings a staggering amount of emotional weight to the role of Randy.

    Amber Wilkinson · 5 out of 5
    An ageing wrestler tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter, but can he get the ring out of his soul? Plus read what Aronofsky, Rourke and Tomei said about .

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