Skyfall (2012)

I'm not a Bond fan so perhaps I'm being a bit harsh but aside from the few large set pieces, this film offers very little.  The story is too simple, Bond goes after rogue agent/terrorist, chases him, get beat up, beats him up and then ends with a shoot out.  And that's it.  No gadgets, few puns and a boring Bond girl.  I know it was made on a budget but director Sam Mendes can do better than this.  3/5

The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

So Harvey is dead, Bruce is retired and the girl from Princess Diaries is now the new love interest. In steps a bulked up Bronson (Bane) who looks totally badass and all hell breaks loose. It drags in places but its visually flawless. Nice twist at the end and a hint of what may or may not become with Robin. 5/5

Flight (2012)

Once you realise the aeroplane bit isn't the main plot drive then you are simply left with a tale of alcohol dependency and denial. It's well acted but really slow. Imagine a 2 hour AA meeting. 3/5

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)

I've watched this 100s of times and it's still funny! One of those awesome Christmas films that we can all empathise with. One of my favourites. Chevy Chase in his prime. 5/5

Dredd (2012)

It's difficult for me to review this as I was a huge 2000AD fan growing up. For me, Dredd isn't menacing enough nor is the fear there. I wanted more MegaCity One, more Cursed Earth. Gone is the satire and black humour and petty crime and instead we get The Raid. None fans of the comic book will love it, I liked it but expected more. 3/5

Arthur Christmas (2011)

Funny, original and full of imagination. The first half is better than the last. The UFO government storyline bit isn't needed. I like it a lot and had the ending not dragged I would have scored it higher. 3/5

The Snowman (1982)

Without doubt the most British Christmas film ever made. It seems to get better every year. It's timeless. Reminds me of my youth. Amazing. 5/5