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Four Lions tells the story of a group of British jihadists who push their abstract dreams of glory to the breaking point. As the wheels fly off, and their competing ideologies clash, what emerges is an emotionally engaging (and entirely plausible) farce. In a storm of razor-sharp verbal jousting and large-scale set pieces, Four Lions is a comic tour de force; it shows that-while terrorism is about ideology-it can also be about idiots.

In this 2009 film directed by Peter Jackson, a young girl watches over her family from a unique vantage point after a tragic event. The narrative explores themes of loss,…

This biographical drama delves into the formative years of a young John Lennon, exploring his tumultuous adolescence and the complex relationships with his mother and aunt. Set in 1950s Liverpool,…

“The Unloved” is a film that offers a perspective from a child’s viewpoint on the U.K.’s state-run care system for orphans and at-risk children. The story centers around Lucy, an…

Set against the backdrop of a dystopian parallel universe and contemporary London, this film weaves together the lives of four characters, each grappling with their own personal struggles and beliefs….

In this comedic tale, a British journalist, played by Simon Pegg, navigates the treacherous waters of New York’s high society and celebrity culture. As he attempts to climb the ranks…

A young couple traveling on the highway becomes entangled in a dangerous game of pursuit with a truck driver after witnessing something unsettling in the rear of his truck.

In this tense thriller directed by Olly Blackburn, a group of British friends embarks on a sun-soaked holiday in Spain, where they meet a group of young men who invite…

The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike in which Republican prisoners tried to win political status. It dramatises events in the Maze prison in the six weeks prior to Sands’ death.

Directed by Danny Boyle, this film follows the journey of Jamal Malik, an 18-year-old from the slums of Mumbai, who finds himself on the verge of winning the Indian version…

Directed by Mike Leigh, this 2008 film follows the life of Poppy, a spirited and eternally optimistic primary school teacher in London, portrayed by Sally Hawkins. The narrative delves into…

Ray and Ken, two hit men, are in Bruges, Belgium, waiting for their next mission. While they are there they have time to think and discuss their previous assignment. When the mission is revealed to Ken, it is not what he expected.

In this poignant drama directed by Michael Winterbottom, a grieving family seeks solace and healing in the picturesque city of Genoa, Italy. The film stars Colin Firth as a father…

Directed by John Crowley, this 2007 film follows the story of a young man, recently released from prison, as he attempts to reintegrate into society under a new identity. The…

This poignant drama, directed by Anand Tucker, explores the complex relationship between a son and his ailing father. The film stars Colin Firth and Jim Broadbent, who deliver compelling performances…

Directed by Julien Temple, this documentary delves into the life and legacy of Joe Strummer, the iconic frontman of The Clash. Through a blend of archival footage, interviews, and personal…

In this intense thriller directed by Dan Reed, the story follows a couple, played by Gillian Anderson and Danny Dyer, who experience a brutal attack that leaves them seeking revenge….

In this intriguing drama, a young man grapples with the complexities of his family life and the mysterious circumstances surrounding his mother’s death. As he navigates his emotions, he becomes…

In this chilling horror film directed by Billy O’Brien, the story unfolds on a remote Irish farm where a series of disturbing events take place. The plot centers around a…