★★★★ James Mangold's unexpectedly enjoyable Bob Dylan biopic is brimming with captivating musical sequences, with a freewheelin' Timothee Chalamet inhabiting the legendary folk singer
A Real Pain (2024)
★★★★1/2 Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin are excellent as two emotionally conflicted cousins in this surprisingly powerful yet hilarious dramedy
Flow (2024)
★★★★1/2 This reflective journey of survival and friendship is beautifully realised thanks some innovative animation and truly astonishing visuals
Nosferatu (2024)
★★★★1/2 Robert Eggers' gothic fever dream marvellously revives the historic piece of German Expressionism by recapturing its unsettling atmosphere and constant sense of dread
Sing Sing (2024)
★★★★ It may not have had the emotional impact I was expecting but this heart-warming true story is an undeniably inspirational exploration of art and redemption
Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024)
★★★★ The eccentric inventor and his loyal canine make their long-awaited return in this warm and charming caper that sees them come face-to-face with an old foe
Conclave (2024)
★★★★1/2 Edward Berger's gripping Vatican-based thriller is both dramatically and philosophically satisfying in its depiction of the political inner workings of the Catholic church
Moana 2 (2024)
★★★1/2 The visually stunning Disney sequel manages to recapture the beauty of its Polynesian setting but suffers from re-treading familiar emotional beats as well as lacking a notable villain
Wicked (2024)
★★★★ The long running Broadway production finally makes its cinematic debut in fittingly wonderful fashion with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande providing plenty of on-screen magic
Gladiator II (2024)
★★★ While I was somewhat entertained by the bombastic action set pieces, Ridley Scott's long-awaited sequel lacks the emotional weight that made the first film so iconic
