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PENGUINS: Stirring Warmness In Below Freezing Conditions
PENGUINS: Stirring Warmness In Below Freezing Conditions

In a world where penguin movies are multiplying, it’s nice to see a penguin march to the beat of his own drum in Penguins.

A DOG’S WAY HOME: Every Dog Has His Day

A Dog’s Way Home is predictable but effective – although its cuteness does eventually outstay its welcome.

The Greatest Rabbit Story Ever Told: The BBC/Netflix Watership Down Miniseries
The BBC/Netflix WATERSHIP DOWN Miniseries: The Greatest Rabbit Story Ever Told

More so than the previous feature adaptation, Watership Down is a bold allegorical tale that is best kept from the eyes of younger viewers.

PICK OF THE LITTER: A Simple, But Still Heartwarming “Dogumentary”
PICK OF THE LITTER: A Simple, But Still Heartwarming “Dogumentary”

Pick of the Litter is a sweet and simple film about animals that doesn’t place any of them in peril – so it’s pretty much a winner.

Elliot The Littlest Reindeer: Not Destined For Christmas Greatness
ELLIOT THE LITTLEST REINDEER: Not Destined For Christmas Greatness

Elliot the Littlest Reindeer may distract a two year old for a couple of hours, but it’s definitely not a Christmas movie for the whole family to enjoy.

ZOO: A Charming Family Flick That'll Leave You Wanting More
ZOO: A Charming Family Flick That’ll Leave You Wanting More

Certainly a crowd pleaser, Zoo is light and easy, yet lacks a certain depth for its subject matter, despite its talented cast, that will leave you wanting more.

FERDINAND: A Mechanical, Bull Story
FERDINAND: A Mechanical, Bull Story

There’s a sense of shallowness to Ferdinand, a film so generic and formulaic that it’s hard not to be cynical about its construction.

MEAT: Journey to Your Plate
MEAT: Journey To Your Plate

MEAT provides understanding and raises awareness of our eating habits, while taking a palatable approach to show you the origin of meat.

RODENTS OF UNUSUAL SIZE: A Tale Of Rats & Resilience
RODENTS OF UNUSUAL SIZE: A Tale Of Rats & Resilience

Rodents Of Unusual Size is a lesson in just how much a canny filmmaker can fit into a documentary that’s barely an hour long.

JANE: The Most Enthralling Account Of Her Life
JANE: The Most Enthralling Account Of Jane Goodall’s Life

The skillful assembly of wondrous never-before-seen footage makes Jane the definitive tribute to the icon’s life and work.

LEAN ON PETE: No Room For Horsing Around In Andrew Haigh's Emotional Triumph
LEAN ON PETE: No Room For Horsing Around In Andrew Haigh’s Emotional Triumph

In Andrew Haigh’s Lean On Pete, a young boy bonds with a horse headed to a slaughterhouse, and is a great cinematic experience.

TROPHY: Objectivity Through A Killer Lens
TROPHY: Objectivity Through A Killer Lens

Trophy is unflinching in its approach to trophy hunting. While it lacks definite solutions it more than makes up for with stunning visuals.

WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES: The End of Mankind Never Looked So Good
WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES: The End of Mankind Never Looked So Good

War for the Planet of the Apes is a must-see, visually stunning achievement and a satisfying addition to the series.

OKJA: Charm & Quirkiness Allow For An Unexpectedly Powerful Message
OKJA: Charm & Quirkiness Allow For An Unexpectedly Powerful Message

We’re addressing what other people are saying about Okja – in particular, its most common criticisms, and why they’re wrong.

47 METERS DOWN: We're Gunna Need A Better Script
47 METERS DOWN: We’re Gonna Need A Better Script

47 Meters Down is a total shark sandwich of a film, that will leave every audience member wishing they were watching Jaws instead.