Sci-Fi Reviews

Inception (2010)

Inception Review: A Blockbuster Heist Inside Dreams

Christopher Nolan's dream-heist thriller is a dazzling puzzle box with a heart. Our verdict.

Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

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.

The Matrix (1999)

The Matrix Review: The Film That Changed Action Cinema

The Wachowskis' cyberpunk blockbuster mixes philosophy with groundbreaking action. Our verdict.

Interstellar (2014)

Interstellar Review: Ambitious, Emotional Space Epic

Christopher Nolan sends humanity to the stars in a big, bold and sometimes baffling space drama. Our verdict.

Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)

Terminator 2: Judgment Day Review: The Sequel That Outdid the Original

James Cameron's blockbuster sequel is a landmark in visual effects and action filmmaking. Our verdict.

Back to the Future (1985)

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 (1977)

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.

The Prestige (2006)

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.

Alien (1979)

Alien Review: In Space, No One Can Hear You Scream

Ridley Scott's sci-fi horror remains a masterclass in suspense and atmosphere. Our verdict.

WALL·E (2008)

WALL·E Review: A Robot Love Story with Heart

Pixar's tale of a lonely trash-compacting robot is wordless, witty and wonderfully touching. Our verdict.