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By Suki Ferguson, 19th February 2010

When Tim Burton is prominent in the billing, it’s safe to expect an atmospheric world peopled by shadowy yet relatable characters; it isn’t, however, a guarantee that the plot or dialogue will be much cop.

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The Road

The Road

By Dan Hollis, 7th January 2010

Any filmic adaptation of a loved and lauded novel inevitably draws intense scrutiny over its ‘faithfulness’ and rightly so; this, however, is arguably one of most impressive reincarnations I’ve ever seen.

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District 9

District 9

By Richard Parkin, 2nd January 2010

The film is truly worth the buzz it has created, oozing with fresh, originality jelly and hitting the all important social commentary button without being obvious or simple.

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Avatar

Avatar

By Dan Higgins, 13th December 2009

Whilst the technological aspect is well-documented, Avatar is so much more than showcase of innovation. Placed together with a good, albeit familiar plot, and this really is a true form of escapism.

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Star Trek

Star Trek

By Tom Orange, 13th November 2009

The last time someone attempted to give the other biggest space sci-fi series of all time a prequel update, they effectively ruined the magic of the original for many. Not so this time…there is no Jar Jar Binks.

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