Adventure Reviews
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.
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.
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.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Review: The Darkest, Boldest Chapter
The middle film of Peter Jackson's trilogy delivers the epic Battle of Helm's Deep and introduces Gollum. Our verdict.
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back Review: The Franchise at Its Best
Irvin Kershner's darker sequel deepens the Star Wars saga with twists, romance and one of cinema's great reveals. Our verdict.
Interstellar Review: Ambitious, Emotional Space Epic
Christopher Nolan sends humanity to the stars in a big, bold and sometimes baffling space drama. Our verdict.
Seven Samurai Review: The Template for the Action Ensemble
Akira Kurosawa's epic about farmers hiring warriors remains thrilling, funny and deeply human. Our verdict.
Back to the Future Review: The Perfect Time-Travel Comedy
Robert Zemeckis's time-travelling classic is funny, inventive and perfectly plotted. Our verdict.
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope Review: Where It All Began
George Lucas's space fantasy remains a thrilling, charming adventure and a cultural landmark. Our verdict.
Spirited Away Review: Miyazaki's Dreamlike Masterpiece
Studio Ghibli's Oscar-winning fantasy is a wondrous, strange and moving coming-of-age story. Our verdict.