By Nic Jeune
Bridport Arts Centre
Calamity Jane (1953)
Whip-crackin’, gun-totin’, suede outfit-rockin’ Doris Day is back in this hugely enjoyable 1953 musical now on rerelease, playing “Calamity” Jane Cannary (loosely based on the real-life frontierswoman). Peter Bradshaw. The Guardian
Bridport Electric Palace
Mr Burton (2025)
The true story of the teacher who inspired and encouraged the metamorphosis of Welsh schoolboy Richard Jenkins into Hollywood acting legend Richard Burton follows the usual contours of such films—a heartwarming story of triumph against adversity, glossy production values and a rousing score. Nikki Baughan. Screen Daily.
Amazon Prime
All We Imagine as Light (2024)
It is universal and emotional enough to hypnotise anyone who has been alone in a city, or been spellbound by a film on the subject.
Bfi Player
The Crime is Mine (2023)
Do yourself a favor and go see The Crime Is Mine, a delicious bit of French froth from master director François Ozon. Moira Macdonald. The Seattle Times.
No Other Land (2024)
Winner of 2025 Oscar for best documentary film. No Other Land, for its many images of despair, still offers a stirring vision for what could be—Israelis and Palestinians working together in the name of justice, collaborating toward a world where both are free. Adrain Horton. The Guardian
Apple TV+
Cha Cha Real Smooth
Cha Cha Real Smooth is an affable, heart-on-its-sleeve winner. Rodrigo Perez. The Playlist.
