Reviews
The Shawshank Redemption Review: Hope Is a Good Thing
Frank Darabont's prison drama has become a modern classic on the strength of two superb leads and a story about patience and hope. Our verdict.
The Godfather Review: The Blueprint for the Crime Epic
Francis Ford Coppola's saga of the Corleone family remains a towering piece of filmmaking, powerful, patient and endlessly quotable. Our verdict.
The Dark Knight Review: A Superhero Film That Aims Higher
Christopher Nolan's Batman sequel is a gripping crime thriller anchored by Heath Ledger's unforgettable Joker. Our verdict.
The Godfather Part II Review: A Rare Sequel That Matches the Original
Coppola's follow-up interweaves Michael's rise with Vito's youth in a sequel that deepens the original into a tragedy. Our verdict.
12 Angry Men Review: Tension in a Single Room
Sidney Lumet's jury-room drama proves you need little more than twelve good actors and a great script. Our verdict.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Review: An Epic Finale
Peter Jackson closes his trilogy with huge battles, genuine emotion and an ending that takes its time. Our verdict.
Schindler's List Review: Spielberg's Devastating Masterpiece
Steven Spielberg's black-and-white Holocaust drama is harrowing, humane and essential viewing. Our verdict.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Review: A Perfect Start to the Journey
Peter Jackson's first Middle-earth film is a gloriously realised, richly detailed adventure. Our verdict.
Pulp Fiction Review: Tarantino's Cool, Chatty Landmark
Quentin Tarantino's non-linear crime film is stylish, funny and violent, with some of cinema's most quotable dialogue. Our verdict.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Review: The Western at Its Most Operatic
Sergio Leone's sprawling spaghetti Western pairs Clint Eastwood's cool with Ennio Morricone's unforgettable score. Our verdict.