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  • Ballerina (2025)
    Review preview for Ballerina

    When we're told "One bullet well placed can be a magical thing," it feels less metaphorical than metaphysical.

    Andrew Robertson · 3.5 out of 5
    An assassin trained in the traditions of the Ruska Roma organisation sets out to seek revenge after her father's death.
  • Die Hard 4.0 (2007)
    Review preview for Die Hard 4.0

    While its action and tone are robust and entertaining, it feels over-familiar, overconfident, and over-long.

    Andrew Robertson · 3.5 out of 5
    John McClane takes on internet terrorists.
  • Total Recall (2012)
    Review preview for Total Recall

    Whereas the original was a bright, primary coloured comic book, this looks more like a mobile phone advert.

    Jennie Kermode · 2.5 out of 5
    Uncertain memories lead a man to question his identity in this remake of the 1990 science fiction thriller.
  • Underworld: Evolution (2006)
    Review preview for Underworld: Evolution

    Delivers in spades what the first film only hinted at.

    Chris · 3.5 out of 5
    The vicious mythology of wars between Vampires and Lycans continues.
  • Underworld (2003)
    Review preview for Underworld

    Absense of personality leaves Beckinsale's character in a limbo, where sex appeal is not the same as charisma.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 2 out of 5
    Vampires and werewolves battle for supremacy.

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