Rango (2011)

Chameleon protagonist shouldn't find it too hard to blend in to this love letter to Westerns.

3 stars

Legend of the Guardians: The Owls Of Ga'Hoole (2010)

Some of the best CGI in animation you'll be likely to see, this fantasy tale has a certain charm and a touch of 'Lord of the Rings' to it.

3 stars

Despicable Me (2010)

Not Incredible(s).

3 stars Janck (Jan 2011)






Feels like a Pixar poorer relation, but kids will still be entertained in this battle of villainy.

3 stars Mitch

How To Train Your Dragon (2010)

Enjoyable animated Viking adventure delivers plenty of action packed set pieces and the burgeoning relationship between boy and dragon.


3.5 stars

Toy Story 3 (2010)

Pixar knows if the toys ain't broke, don't fix 'em.

Janck 4 stars (Dec 2010)





Stunning sequel is entertaining from start to finish with unbelievably detailed HD animation. Pixar deliver another instant classic which is big on story, heart and emotion that leaves the competition lightyears away.

Mitch 4.5 stars

Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)

Fantastic by name, jolly good by nature.

Janck 4 stars (Jan '10)




Not sure what Roald Dahl himself would make of this, but this certainly is a labour of love from Wes Anderson. Not quite as fantastic as originally hoped.

Mitch 3 stars

Monsters vs Aliens (2009)

Another decent and enjoyable Dreamworks offering, that would no doubt have enjoyed greater 3D success had it been released after Avatar. The set pieces are absolutely superb here, and the story is as ridiculous and meaningless as you would come to expect.


3.5 stars

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)

Sony prove they can match Pixar with this surprisingly silly and enjoyable animated tale, which is never short of laughs. Unexpected hit.


3.5 stars

Up (2009)

Pixar's latest animation is heavy on emotion, but falls slightly short of the hype. Enjoyable romp, but not as good as some of its predecessors.


3.5 stars

Where the Wild Things Are (2009)

I wanted to love it but ended up just liking it a lot.

Janck 4 stars




I wanted to like it, but ended up not liking it at all ;(

Mitch 2 stars

Bolt (2008)

Disney (with no help from Pixar, surprisingly) deliver a thoroughly enjoyable dog adventure to entertain kids of all ages.


3.5 stars

WALL·E (2008)

Mitch : Futuristic robotic tale featuring one of the most likeable characters in years in WALL-E. Littered with 2001: A Space Odyssey references, a nod to classic silent film, and a stinging satire on the obesity timebomb, this is Disney/Pixar's finest work to date.
4.5 stars

Janck : Nice environmental message, with a hint of date-rape.. what's not to like.
4 stars

Monster House (2006)

A charming family movie that, in my opinion, beats anything Pixar have thrown up in recent years. Maybe it's because I'm reminded of the kind of adventures I'd get up to as a kid (that'll be the Spielberg influence..) or maybe it's just the wonderful animations, cracking humour and frights that leave me with a smile every time I watch Monster House.

Janck 4 stars (March 2008)


Finally got round to watching this enjoyable kids adventure of the 'own back yard' variety. Both comic and spooky, this animated tale is worth checking out.


Mitch 3.5 stars

The Princess Bride (1987)

Witty and charming fantasy movie from Rob Reiner, that both grown-ups and kids can enjoy.

4 stars

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

Melting Nazis and monkey spies .. cinema gold. Pure gold.

5 stars

Back to the Future (1985)

The Eighties seem to be making a bit of a comeback right now with the new Indiana Jones film about to be released, a Ghostbusters videogame coming soon, Thundercats being revived for a movie and even talk of a Goonies sequel.. But will they stand-up to the originals? I doubt it and lets hope the timeless classic Back to the Future is one they leave well alone.

4 stars

School of Rock (2003)

WARNING: This movie contains extreme amounts of Jack Black
being Jack Black.

3 stars