Retrospective Reviews

Raging Bull (1980) Review - The imagery, style, and performances work in concert to great effect in Martin Scorsese's 'Raging Bull' (1980), assuredly one of the director's best films. Review by Jacob Davis.
‘Blazing Saddles’ at 50 – Review - It's still OK to laugh at Mel Brooks' Western spoof comedy 'Blazing Saddles' starring Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder, even 50 years on from its release. Review by Sam Sewell-Peterson.
‘Sleeping Beauty’ at 65 – Review - Though 'Sleeping Beauty' (1959) is not one of Disney's strongest films, this fairy tale features surprisingly feminist characters and a compelling villain. Review by Emily Nighman.
Sunset Boulevard (1950) Review - Billy Wilder's self-reflective movie about Hollywood, 'Sunset Boulevard' (1950), is still meaningful, visually impressive and relevant a lifetime after its release. Review by Clotilde Chinnici.
Mulholland Drive (2001) Review - David Lynch 2001 mystery thriller 'Mulholland Drive' starring Naomi Watts is a provocative piece of art presented with expert craft. Review by Jacob Davis.
Network (1976) Review - Sidney Lumet and Paddy Chayefsky's 'Network' (1976) truly was a film ahead of its time, putting all ends of the political spectrum to task. Review by Kieran Judge.



‘Invasion of the Body Snatchers’ at 45 – Review - The 1978 sci-fi horror adaptation 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' starring Donald Sutherland remains an all-time classic 45 years on from its release. Review by Kieran Judge.
‘The Ten Commandments’ at 100 – Review - Cecil B. DeMille's 1923 silent epic 'The Ten Commandments' is impossible to watch without your mouth hanging open in awe. The artistry is astounding. Review by Margaret Roarty.
Little Women (1933) Review - George Cukor's 1933 adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's "Little Women" starring Katharine Hepburn is perfect for those who may need an umbrella during a sun shower. Review by Margaret Roarty.
Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) Review - There is a universal truth at the core of John Hughes' 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' (1987), an exercise in empathy that has maintained its potency. Review by Connell Oberman.