Made in Dagenham (2010)
An enjoyably uplifting piece, crowd-pleasing in all the right moments and effectively capturing a key turning point in twentieth century history. Solid performances all round too. 4/5
The Hole (2010)
Joe Dante’s latest works best as a sort of horror pick-and-mix for the younger crowd. Some good scary moments for older kids, and still fun for grown-ups too. 3/5
The Extraordinary Adventures Of Adele Blanc-Sec (2010)
Quirky, entertaining comic-book-adaptation from Luc Besson. Good fun in parts, especially towards the end, but never really gels in to a satisfying whole. 3/5
Winter’s Bone (2010)
Haunting, bleak drama that is beautifully acted and directed. Absolutely gripping viewing. 5/5
Tamara Drewe (2010)
Amusing comedy drama set in rural England – a sort of Bridget Jones meets The Archers. Slightly darker than you might expect, but no less fun for it. Roger Allam and Tamsin Greig on top form. 4/5
Metropolis (1927)
All-time classic sci-fi masterpiece, a visionary work of art that continues to astound and impress today. Influential in the extreme, the genius of Metropolis lies in its ambition – an epic story told on an epic scale. In its longer restored version, its narrative becomes clearer and – paradoxically – tighter. Truly grand. 5/5
The Expendables (2010)
Daft action thriller featuring a who’s who of Hollywood muscle-men. The plot is threadbare and makes little sense, but who cares? The action packs a punch, and Sly’s crew of mercenaries look cool while blowing stuff up. Basically, it’s brain-off Friday night popcorn fun. 3/5