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  • The American President (1995)
    Review preview for The American President

    Occasionally veers into trite territory and the climax involves a big rousing speech, but it’s all very charming and intelligent.

    Stephen Carty · 4 out of 5
    A widowed president falls for a lobbyist.
  • The Princess Bride (1987)
    Review preview for The Princess Bride

    The Princess Bride is marvellous entertainment for all ages, and endlessly rewatchable.

    Max Crawford · 4 out of 5
    Ordinary farm boy Westley takes on the world to recover his true love in an enduringly popular comic fantasy.
  • Rumor Has It (2005)
    Review preview for Rumor Has It

    Aniston... spends much of the picture grimacing and stroking her stomach, rather as if she is about to be ill. Perhaps this is because she realised she was now contractually obligated to finish the picture.

    Sarah Artt · 1.5 out of 5
    The Graduate - 20 years on? Or boring and uneventful rubbish.
  • Stand By Me (1986)
    Review preview for Stand By Me

    A thoroughly feel-good movie.

    Gabriella Trybalska · 4.5 out of 5
    Four young friends journey into the woods to investigate a death.
  • The Sure Thing (1985)
    Review preview for The Sure Thing

    A film to treasure.

    Caro Ness · 5 out of 5
    A mismatched couple find love on a comic roadtrip.
  • This Is Spinal Tap (1984)
    Review preview for This Is Spinal Tap

    What makes it stand out from its many followers is its deep affection for its subject.

    Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5
    The ultimate spoof rockumentary follows heavy metal band Spinal Tap on a comeback tour across America.

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