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It’s that time again when we take a look back at some of the outstanding features released throughout the year (mostly going by UK release date). Featuring our regular special guests Vera Graziadei, Ruairí O'Brien and Alex Harper. 2026 is looking promising with new releases from an array of filmmakers including Emerald Fennell, Christopher Nolan, Stephen Spielberg, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Greta Gerwig, Alejandro González Iñárritu and Denis Villeneuve.  Despite this, the takeover o

Directed by Derek Cianfrance, Roofman is based on the extraordinary real-life account of Jeffrey Manchester (aka Roofman).

By Oliver Webb Photo: Universal Pictures Charles (Tim Key) lives alone on a secluded island and organises a private concert with his...

Tom Romain is a prop-maker, concept artist, illustrator and graduate of film sculpture and prop making at the University of...