Avatar 3 'Fire and Ash' widely panned by UK critics
James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash faces scathing reviews ahead of UK release. Critics blast its recycled plot, 3-hour runtime, and franchise-low Rotten Tomatoes score. Read the full verdict.
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Week's Top Culture Picks: Diddy Doc to Panahi Film
Our curated guide to the week's best-reviewed culture, from a damning Sean Combs documentary on Netflix to Jafar Panahi's Palme d'Or-winning film. Discover what to watch, read, and listen to.
Top 14 UK Christmas Light Trails for 2025
Discover the UK's most spectacular festive light trails for 2025, from Kew Gardens to Edinburgh. Find dates, prices, and booking details for magical family outings.
Tourists slam Bath Christmas Market as overcrowded and lacking festive spirit
Bath Christmas Market faces backlash over overcrowding and high prices during its 25th year. Visitors complain of being 'packed like sardines' with no festive music. Discover the full story.
Netflix's New Christmas Film 'My Secret Santa' Streams Now
Netflix's new festive romcom 'My Secret Santa', starring Alexandra Breckenridge, is drawing comparisons to the classic comedy Mrs Doubtfire. Stream it now.
Avatar: Fire and Ash Gets Rave Early Reviews
First reactions to James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash praise its visual spectacle and emotional depth, with the director warning of Titanic-level heartbreak. In cinemas 19 December.
Home Alone Beats Love Actually as UK's Top Festive Film
Macaulay Culkin's classic 'Home Alone' is officially the UK's favourite Christmas film, beating 'Love Actually' in a new BBFC poll. Discover the full rankings and the nation's festive viewing habits.
Best Christmas Film Named: It's Not Elf or Home Alone
Film critics have named the greatest Christmas movie of all time, a classic that beats Home Alone and Elf. Discover the surprising winner and the rankings.
UK Survey: Die Hard Is Not a Christmas Film
A new BBFC survey settles the debate: Brits say Die Hard is not a Christmas movie. Discover the nation's favourite festive films and holiday viewing traditions.
Home Alone Voted UK's Top Christmas Film
A new BBFC poll reveals the UK's favourite festive films, with Home Alone taking the crown. Discover the full rankings and the nation's unique viewing habits.
The Impossible: Tsunami Masterpiece Sobs Viewers on BBC
The 2012 film 'The Impossible', based on a true survival story from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, airs on BBC One. Featuring Ewan McGregor and a young Tom Holland.
Home Alone Voted UK's Top Christmas Film
After 35 years, Home Alone is officially the UK's favourite Christmas movie, while Die Hard loses the festive film debate. Discover the full rankings and why a heartwarming story tops the list.
Rescuing Christmas: 'One of the Best' Festive Films on TV
Channel 5 is airing 'Rescuing Christmas', the 2023 Hallmark film viewers are calling a festive winner. Discover why this romantic comedy has a 73% Rotten Tomatoes score.
Oscar-Winner Rita Moreno's Christmas Film Hits Netflix
The charming Christmas movie 'Santa Bootcamp', starring Oscar-winning legend Rita Moreno, is now streaming on Netflix UK. Stream this festive rom-com today!
Netflix's 'Jingle Bell Heist' with Olivia Holt
Netflix releases 'Jingle Bell Heist', an alternative Christmas film starring Disney's Olivia Holt and Connor Swindells. Premieres November 26th. Watch now!
DiCaprio Promotes Acclaimed Film 'One Battle After Another' at BFI
Leonardo DiCaprio discussed his new film 'One Battle After Another' at BFI Southbank. The Paul Thomas Anderson project is hailed as 'the defining film of a generation'. Read the full story.
Critics call Netflix Christmas film 'Champagne Problems' boring
Netflix's new festive romcom 'Champagne Problems' starring Minka Kelly faces harsh criticism for being 'charmless' and 'forgettable'. Discover why critics are disappointed.
Wicked For Good scores 97% on Rotten Tomatoes
Wicked: For Good earns a staggering 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes from early previews. The film, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, hits UK cinemas on November 21.
Netflix Christmas film Champagne Problems lacks fizz
Netflix's latest Christmas romance Champagne Problems starring Minka Kelly delivers predictable festive fare that fails to sparkle. Read our full review of this forgettable French-set romcom.
Champagne Problems: Netflix's Christmas Film Lacks Fizz
Netflix's latest Christmas romance Champagne Problems delivers predictable festive fare with Minka Kelly and Tom Wozniczka. Read our full review of this forgettable French-set romcom.
The Ivy Christmas Menu Review: Secret Ingredient Revealed
Experience The Ivy's festive feast with a surprise Worcestershire sauce addition to the Christmas shepherd's pie. Discover why this £60 menu offers exceptional value for a magical dining experience.
Desert Raves & Apocalypse in 'Sirāt' Film
Explore Oliver Laxe's acclaimed film 'Sirāt', a spiritual journey blending desert raves and climate anxiety. Spain's Oscar entry is a must-see cinematic event.
Lidl's 2025 Christmas party food from £1.20
Lidl launches its 2025 Christmas party food range with prices from £1.19. Discover new festive treats and returning favourites perfect for hosting without breaking the bank.
Dunelm's Affordable Christmas Wreaths From £7
Discover Dunelm's stunning collection of festive wreaths starting at just £7. From traditional pine to disco ball designs, find the perfect Christmas decoration for your home.
Russell Crowe's Nuremberg film divides critics
Russell Crowe's new historical drama 'Nuremberg' faces mixed reviews as critics praise its ambition but question its execution, marking the Oscar winner's return to the director's chair.
Russell Crowe's Nuremberg divides critics amid Oscar buzz
The Oscar-winner's latest directorial effort about the infamous Nazi trials receives mixed reviews while generating awards season conversation.
Zero-Star Cultural Disasters: UK's Worst Revealed
From catastrophic theatre productions to disastrous TV shows, discover the cultural offerings that earned the dreaded zero-star review and why critics are calling for better standards.
One to Zero: The Film So Bad It's Brilliant
Discover how 'One to Zero' became the cinematic phenomenon critics are calling 'so perfectly awful it's brilliant' as audiences flock to experience the worst-reviewed film of the decade.
Only 15 Zero-Star Reviews in Guardian History
Discover the exclusive club of television shows, films and performances that received The Guardian's ultimate critical condemnation - the elusive zero-star review.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
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