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Army Colonel who on a final trip meets a woman who offers him hope and redemption. The result is a haunting meditation on mortality and human connection.

from Stan as Trump. Yet it’s Strong’s chilling turn as mentor Roy Cohn that steals the show in what emerges as an impeccably acted, award-baiting drama.

imprisonment. His next job? To take his revenge on those who betrayed him and destroyed his life.

some of it in arenas, some in the corridors of power. Washington joins the fray, adding gravitas to an at-times gobsmacking, action-packed saga of power and betrayal.

, whose marriage enrages his parents. The result is what one critic described as ‘a kick-ass Cinderella story’ – and what we’re describing as ‘ace’.. 

 Barry ‘Saltburn’ Keoghan is another standout in a gem whose blend of gritty realism with magical touches wowed the judges at Cannes.

gender-affirming surgery, it mixes music with thrills and tugs on the heartstrings, too. If you’re in the mood for something a bit different, this is the puppy.

with a cursed community tormented by witches and a demon. Think folk horror, cooked the Hellboy way.

into a building harbouring dark secrets. A claustrophobic atmosphere of unrelenting tension keeps you guessing until a final, terrifying reveal.

 ‘Sounds like dry subject matter,’ you say. Not a bit of it. The back-stabbing and power struggles within the Vatican walls make for excellent, gripping viewing.

and sexual awakenings to reveal a sharp, tender coming-of-age story with a side-order of generational baggage. Smart, bold, and not afraid to stir the pot

 Its use of de-ageing technology to follow generations of lives makes it a visual marvel. Storywise, however, it’s divided audiences.

playing host to two Mormon missionary girls. What happens next? Pshaw. Like we’re going to spoil one of the best horror films of recent years.

If the gender switch rings the changes, the legendary Woo action-movie touch remains the same, making this the most stylish shoot-em-up since Bullet Train.

whose twin brother’s absence sends her on a journey of self-discovery. The end result is truly brilliant.

to global musical and fashion icon. Like nothing you’ve seen, it’s a unique mix of humour, music, and whimsy in a bold and inventive biographical odyssey.

on that, but no doubt, ‘committed’ is the word as she plays a global pop star tormented by terrifying, unknowable forces during a world tour.

Sweethearts centres on two besties who decide to dump their other halves on ‘Drunksgiving’, a chaotic pre-Thanksgiving knees-up. As you can imagine, things don’t go according to plan.

 stranded alone on an island. Adapting to her surroundings, she also adopts an orphaned goose called Brightbill. All together now, ‘Ah…’

this sequel takes Joker and Harley Quinn’s chaos to operatic heights. Think musical numbers with madness – this is the Joker movie you probably didn’t expect.

a man whose complex relationship with his ruthless father starts him down a path of vengeance with brutal consequences.

of herself (Plaza). Turns out the older Elliott has a few lessons she wants to impart regarding life, family and, of course, romance.

goes home to find his wife a prisoner and his son facing death, and you have all the ingredients for absorbing, epic action.

who continue a holiday friendship. And if you thought that Paddy (McAvoy) was a bit odd on his hols, wait until you see him on home turf…

for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie's last dance.

plays a professional fixer hired to cover up a high profile crime. When a second fixer (Pitt) shows up and the two "lone wolves" are forced to work together, they find their night spiralling out of control in ways that neither one of them expected.

 ‘connection’ to the case. What follows is a proper nail-biter, as well as being a taut exploration of the fine line between truth and lies.

whose twin brother’s absence sends her on a journey of self-discovery. The end result is truly brillianty 

 (who also penned Underground Railroad), it’s set in a brutal 1960s Florida reform school, where Elwood and Turner fight for survival.

to his small-town roots, only to discover it’s falling victim to a sinister ancient evil. What sort of evil? A fanged evil. Lusting for blood.

create a younger version of herself – with, needless to say, horrific side-effects. Unnerving and thought-provoking, it’s a wild ride into the psyche’s darkest corners.

love, loss, and fate’s quiet interventions. Funny, sad, and insightful – with shades of Richard Curtis and One Day – it’s an absolute gem.

The Dating Game. As Cheryl (Kendrick) chooses her date amid an atmosphere of casual misogyny, we learn the extent of Alcala’s evil.

In this fantasy documentary he re-imagines her first immigrant experience. Wearing traditional Yoruba ceremonial attire, she rides majestically on horseback through the streets of Peckham in South London. Entitled is vibrant, joyful and colourful. 

People living with dementia may find this beautifully-crafted, slow-motion film calming to watch and listen to.

that comes from being in the water. These performers can do all kinds of things that they can’t do on land. As one member puts it, swimming with the team keeps her “92 years young.” The women move in formation to “The Nutcracker Suite” by Tchaikovsky. 

If you’re living with dementia, you may recognise and enjoy this music.

 deep in the ocean. Is she brave enough to take the plunge, or will she retreat to the safety of dry land? An enchanting film with no words is accompanied by “Music with No Words” by Mendelssohn. 

This jaunty classical soundtrack may be familiar to people living with dementia and might get some feet tapping.

and offers an act of support in return. The cycle of life is marked by small gestures until the circle is complete. 

This animation is filled with muted natural colours and a soothing soundtrack. If you live with dementia, you may find the sights and sounds of this gentle film comforting and soothing.

to make one dance. This beautiful traditional Shaker lament is performed by dancers and singers. Each person expresses something different and together they create a sense of unity and belonging. 

If you’re living with dementia, the gentle, rhythmic music and sounds of Lay Me Low may appeal to you.

her of her friends. Reality and memories become intertwined as a playground game of “Statues” - or “Grandma's Footsteps” - leads Sanna on a journey from childhood to old age. 

People living with dementia may enjoy the “Statues” game in this film and it may spark childhood memories for some viewers.

The dance is inspired by a specially-commissioned poem by one of Scotland's Makars (National Poets), Jackie Kay, and the poem is recited by Jackie in Scots-English. 

The dreamy atmosphere surrounding the dancers and the tender music of the score create a film that people living with dementia may find relaxing and restful.

and protect her babies until they were ready to fly away. This love inspired Sophie to create Old Mother Blackbird, a film about a woman who watches over the comings and goings of a blackbird through the seasons. 

People living with dementia may be soothed by the gentle jazz vocals in this playful stop-motion animation.