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Strangely sanitised biopic of Amy Winehouse fails to remotely touch on what made her famous
Adam Thornton
Adam is a budding film reviewer who is still working out how to use his Masters in Film Studies from Aberystwyth University. His main hobby is watching films, especially Hong Kong action cinema, although he has no (actual) knowledge of martial arts whatsoever! His other interests include stand-up comedy, but only as an audience member, and reading books about film. His quest to obtain a social life is still ongoing...
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Monster
Hirokazu Kore-eda returns with a fascinating, multi-layered approach to a seemingly simple story
Bob Marley: One Love
A by-the-numbers biopic enlivened by a strong lead performance that brings the reggae legend to life
The Zone of Interest
A disturbing look at the Holocaust that conveys its message without any graphic violence
The Shape of Things to Come
A father and son grow further apart in this impressive Peruvian sci-fi film
Tied for Second
Two talented comedians provide an entertaining stand-up double bill
MC Hammersmith: Straight Outta Brompton
An unlikely rapper gives a crowd-pleasing (and involving) performance in this must-see improv show
1953: The Race for the Summit
A compelling retelling of a historical event from a marginalised perspective
Gold!
Underwhelming crime-comedy that suffers from leaden writing and an inconsistent tone
Paul Foot: Dissolve
Fringe veteran delivers a mixture of humour and emotional depth