Stefan Pape

6

William Tell

The action scenes are well devised, and the iconic apple scene—where the movie's titular hero is forced to shoot an arrow through an apple above his son's head—is a compelling set piece.

10

The Ballad of Wallis Island

This heartwarming film perfectly showcases British cinema's ability to blend comedy and pathos with tender precision.

8

Mary e lo spirito di mezzanotte

It's a profound, uplifting story that helps its young viewers attempt to make sense of something senseless: the death of a loved one.

8

Small Things Like These

Murphy is simply breathtaking...

8

Bird

...an, at times, surreal coming-of-age drama, but one that never feels inauthentic.

6

Blitz

It's a film of moments, some of which are really wonderful and beautifully shot.

10

Memoir of a Snail

...is both moving and tragic, yet also embraces life's quirks and absurdities.

8

Conclave

...a taut, brilliantly exciting thriller with palpable tension, making it one of 2024's most captivating films. A

6

The Problem with People

Thanks to its two likable leading men giving the material a bit of spark, this Irish comedy is an enjoyable watch.

10

Kensuke's Kingdom

...captures the sheer beauty of the idyllic paradise of which Michael finds himself shipwrecked on, with an array of vibrant colors, as you feel immersed on this island.

6

We Met in Virtual Reality

Profound and moving, 'We Met in a Virtual Reality' has such an affection for the community it seeks to explore, presenting a very positive portrayal of VR.

10

Benediction

...as beautifully rendered as the prose penned by its subject.

6

Jungle Cry

...it's an enjoyable, easy-to-watch film that is hard not to appreciate, and at times, be a little moved by too.

6

Mothering Sunday

Visually striking and beautifully shot, the acting is faultless.

8

Brian and Charles

...a tender, beautifully rendered film about loneliness that's sure to warm the cockles of your heart.

8

Good Luck to You, Leo Grande

This drama was undoubtedly very inexpensive to make, but it's incredibly rich in the themes and messages it seeks to convey.

8

Men

Buckley is at her very best as the central character, though needless to say much of the attention here will be focusing on Kinnear.

8

Operation Mincemeat

Helped along by the great cast, with Macfadyen in particular stealing the show, the film moves seamlessly between different genres.

6

Jalsa

...an accessible, entertaining slice of contemporary international cinema that should play well around the world.

6

The Last Bus

Be warned, Spall's portrayal of Tom, an elderly man traveling across the country to take his wife's ashes back to her home town, is going to make you cry.

8

Flee

This powerful animated documentary, which is so full of compassion and empathy, is one of the most striking pieces of filmmaking witnessed for years.

6

Last Night in Soho

Edgar Wright has a very distinctive style and this time traveling coming-of-age mystery drama is straight out of his back catalog.

6

Save the Cinema

The ensemble cast is impressive.

6

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure

...another animated adventure that thrives in the enchantment that derives from Irish mythology, and folklore.