Critics' Choice

Music

John Aizlewood

quote An ill-conceived Queen medley was unspeakably naff, but frankly who cares? quote

Celine Dion Comedy

Bruce Dessau

quote It could be as irritating as nails down a blackboard yet it works as warped surrealism quote

Dina Martina Theatre

Nicholas de Jongh

quote I soon found myself as overwhelmed by David Calder’s King Lear as any interpretation I have seen in 25 years quote

King Lear

Reader reviews

Theatre

Selwyn, Epsom

quote Why oh why didn't I take up the offer of leaving in the interval? quote

Gone With The Wind Music

David, London

quote Kate is a good singer, very expressive, although not a great dancer quote

The Long Blondes Music

Dave J., London

quote This was a masterclass in funk, soul and R&B quote

Eric Burdon And War

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Shutter

A newly married couple discover disturbing, ghostly images in photographs they develop after a tragic accident. Fearing the manifestations may be connected, they investigate and learn that some... play

The Incredible Hulk

In this new beginning, scientist Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) desperately hunts for a cure to the gamma radiation that poisoned his cells and unleashes the unbridled force of rage within him: The... play

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

This summer marks the return of everyone's favourite tomb-raiding, fedora-wearing, treasure hunter -- one Indiana Jones... play

The Dark Knight

The Caped Crusader returns in this eagerly anticipated sequel to "Batman Begins". A new terror is coursing through Gotham courtesy of The Joker... play

Hancock

A hard-living superhero who has fallen out of favor with the public enters into a questionable relationship with the wife of the public relations professional who's trying to repair his image... play

Star Trek XI

A chronicle of the early days of James T. Kirk and his fellow USS Enterprise crew members... play

Sex and the City: The Movie

Carrie Bradshaw, successful author and everyone's favourite fashion icon next door is back with her friends to manage men, motherhood and Manhattan real estate... play

Hellboy II: The Golden Army

The mythical world starts a rebellion against the human realm in order to rule the Earth, so Hellboy and his team must save the world from the myriad creatures... play

The Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian

One year after the incredible events of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," the Kings and Queens of Narnia find themselves back in that faraway wondrous realm, only to discover that more than... play

Get Smart

In the all-new action comedy "Get Smart" Maxwell Smart (Steve Carell) is on a mission to thwart the latest plot for world domination by the evil crime syndicate known as KAOS... play

The Happening

A couple (Mark Wahlberg and Zooey Deschanel) go on the run from a mysterious environmental phenomenon that threatens their way of life... play

WALL-E

The year is 2700. WALL*E, the last remaining robot on Earth, spends every day doing what he was built for. But soon, he will discover what he was meant for... play

Meet Dave

Eddie Murphy stars in Eddie Murphy in this fish-out-of-water tale about a team of miniature-sized aliens trying to save their world... play

Wanted

"Wanted" tells the tale of one apathetic nobody's transformation into an unparalleled enforcer of justice. In 2008, the world will be introduced to a hero for a new generation: Wesley Gibson (James... play

Teeth

"Teeth" is a story of sexual awakening like you've never seen before... play

Superhero Movie

The Zucker clan return with another outrageous spoof, this time taking aim at the glut of comic book films that have taken cinema by storm... play

Cassandra's Dream

Woody Allen returns with this dark and brooding drama about two brothers coming to terms with the immoral implications of helping out a family member... play

Priceless

A fantastically stylish comedy/drama featuring "Amelie" star Audrey Tautou and Gad Elmaleh as two warring con-artists who find themselves drawn to each other despite their strange games... play

The Escapist

"The Escapist" is a twisty thriller which focuses on one man's struggle to break free of his own personal hell!.. play

Outpost

A team of mercenaries, sent in to war-torn Eastern Europe, encounter a horrible secret that has lain buried in a disused military bunker since the end of WWII... play

Smart People

"Smart People" takes a sideways look at a highly dysfunctional family headed by the brilliant, but emotionally naive, Professor Wetherhold (Dennis Quaid)... play

Prom Night

In a blood 'n' guts homage to the 70's slasher flick, "Prom Night" sees one girl's high school right of passage quickly descend in to a nightmarish game... play

Chemical Wedding

Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson channels the depraved goings on of Aleister Crowley in this surreal offering... play

The Air I Breathe

Four short fables in which characters collide with fate - and each other - comprise "The Air I Breathe" an ambitious and absorbing drama from debuting director/writer Jieho Lee... play

Wild Child

A rebellious Malibu princess is shipped off to a strict English boarding school by her father in order to rid her of her wild ways!.. play

Caramel

In Beirut, five women meet up at a beauty salon, a highly colourful and sensual world where they can speak freely about men, desire and motherhood... play

Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging

The story centers on a 14-year-old girl who keeps a diary about the ups and downs of being a teenager, including all the things she learns about kissing... play

The Ruins

A group of friends find their leisurely Mexican holiday takes a turn for the worse when they, along with a fellow tourist, embark on a remote archaeological dig in the jungle, where something evil... play

Mamma Mia!

Meryl Streep leads an all-star cast in the feature-film adaptation of the beloved musical bringing the timeless lyrics and melodies of iconic super group ABBA to audiences everywhere... play

Charlie Bartlett

Expelled from yet another private school for his blossoming, illegal entrepreneurial activities, wealthy teenager Charlie Bartlett tries his tricks at a regular High School... play

How To Lose Friends And Alienate People

A British writer struggles to fit in at a high-profile magazine in New York. Based on Toby Young's memoir "How to Lose Friends & Alienate People"... play

Kung Fu Panda

Po the Panda is the laziest animal in all of the Valley of Peace, but unwittingly becomes the chosen one when enemies threaten their way of life... play

Dangerous Parking

A successful, hard living British film director, decides to defeat the many addictions that are destroying him. But Mother Nature has other tests of strength and character in store for him... play

Quantum of Solace

"Quantum of Solace" continues the high octane adventures of James Bond (Daniel Craig) in "Casino Royale.".. play

Grace is Gone

An awkward family man struggles to take care of his two daughters while his wife is fighting in Iraq. When tragedy strikes the family, he attempts to bond with his children and find the courage to... play