Skip this overly respectful biopic and put on one of Aretha’s albums instead.
Film Reviews
Reviews of all the latest film releases, from indie festival flicks to big screen blockbusters.
The War Below review – the fascinating tale of the men who dug to victory
A World War I drama which spends too little time with its characters
Shang-Chi review – an entertaining but tainted Marvel first
Fantastic performances and mesmerising action are held back by frustratingly predictable flaws.
Candyman review – Nia DaCosta and Jordan Peele’s sequel is brutal and timely
An incredible and politically astute sequel to the 1992 original.
Reminiscence review – promising sci-fi noir is more miss than hit
Hugh Jackman and Rebecca Ferguson reunite in Lisa Joy’s Reminiscence.
Annette review – Leos Carax, Adam Driver and Sparks serve up a bonkers rock opera
Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard, and a marionette star in Leos Carax’s latest.
Extinct review – donut-shaped critters have a time-hopping adventure
Wholesome, family-friendly fun awaits.
Censor review – video nasties period horror proves directionless
An homage to the video nasties era of British horror.
Free Guy review – a bright & breezy blockbuster let down by its contradictory ideas
Video games meet The Truman Show in Free Guy.
The Courier review – gripping, true story spy thriller delivers much more than action
An unexpectedly heart-wrenching historical thriller starring Benedict Cumberbatch.