Drama Reviews — Page 3
Harakiri Review: A Bitter Samurai Tragedy
Masaki Kobayashi's slow-burning drama questions the honour of the samurai code. Our verdict.
The Lion King Review: Disney's Majestic Circle of Life
Disney's animated epic of a lion cub's exile and return remains a triumph of music and storytelling. Our verdict.
The Departed Review: Scorsese's Cat-and-Mouse Crime Drama
Martin Scorsese's Boston-set remake pits Leonardo DiCaprio against Matt Damon in a gripping tale of moles. Our verdict.
Whiplash Review: A Ferocious Battle of Wills
Damien Chazelle's intense jazz-school drama pits J.K. Simmons's terrifying teacher against Miles Teller's driven drummer. Our verdict.
The Prestige Review: A Magician's Duel With a Twist
Christopher Nolan's tale of rival magicians is a clever, twisty and dark period thriller. Our verdict.
American History X Review: A Powerful Look at Hate
Edward Norton's career-best performance anchors a raw, unflinching story about racism and redemption. Our verdict.
Cinema Paradiso Review: A Love Letter to the Movies
Giuseppe Tornatore's nostalgic Italian drama is a heartfelt tribute to cinema and childhood. Our verdict.
Casablanca Review: Here's Looking at You, Kid
Michael Curtiz's wartime romance remains a witty, romantic and perfectly cast Hollywood classic. Our verdict.
The Intouchables Review: A Crowd-Pleasing Odd-Couple Story
This feel-good French comedy-drama about an unlikely friendship is warm, funny and a little predictable. Our verdict.
Django Unchained Review: Tarantino Takes On the Antebellum South
Quentin Tarantino's Western revenge fantasy is violent, funny and powered by great performances. Our verdict.