Studio 666 (out Feb 24) blends fiction and reality in that it’s a horror-thriller about the Foo Fighters renting a house, writing their 10th album and then being possessed by supernatural beings. Described by frontman Dave Grohl as being “absolutely insane”, their acting skills leave a lot to be desired but it’s still a fun, different take on the normal music documentary. Grade: B-.

Cyrano (out Feb 24) is a 2021 movie based on a 2018 stage musical based on an 1897 play. If you're new to the material, it's a classic tale of unrequited love where one lie leads to another... and off we go. The songs are sweet, simple, and allow the characters to express their deepest feelings. Entertaining! Grade: A-.

Hive (out Feb 24) is a Kosovan film about a woman who has lost her husband to war and, in spite of a gossiping, repressive community, starts a new female-led business to financially support her family. It's an eye-opening look at the oppression women of the world still experience today. Depressing and sincere. Grade: A-.

Uncharted is an Indiana Jones style adventure starring Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg and Antonio Banderas. This is complete trash… but in a fun way. Nothing makes sense but there are good set pieces (such as an early scene where Tom Holland plays a bartender/grifter) and there’s decent banter between the leads. Grade: B.

Flee (out Feb 17) is the first film to be nominated at the Academy Awards for best international feature, best animated feature and best documentary feature. It’s the story of a boy who fled war torn Afghanistan with his family in 1980s and sought a new home and a new future. Blending different styles of animation, this is an incredibly moving film that highlights the emotional scars forever carried by refugees. Grade: A.

C’mon C’mon (out Feb 17) is the story of a unmarried man with no kids (Joaquin Phoenix) asked by his sister to care for his 8-year-old nephew while she deals with family issues. He finds the experience both rewarding and exhausting. The way writer-director Mike Mills can make audiences care so deeply about characters in the space of two hours is a skill many other filmmakers struggle to master. Grade: A.

Quo Vadis, Aida? (out Feb 17) was nominated at last year’s Oscars for best international feature. Taking place in July 1995 and based on actual events, it’s the story of a Bosnian woman, working for the UN, who tries to save her family when Serbian troops invade the town. Shot like a documentary, this is a powerful, depressing piece of cinema that shines the spotlight on events that should never be forgotten. Grade: A.

Aline (out Feb 17) is inspired by the life of Celine Dion and is the story of a young singer’s rise to fame. Just because a person is talented and famous doesn’t necessarily mean they’re interesting enough for a feature film. It’s like a shallow highlight reel of Dion’s life. Needed a narrower, deeper focus. Grade: C+.

Marry Me (out Feb 10) is reminiscent of Notting Hill in that it’s about a world famous female celebrity (this time a music staff) who enters a relationship with a complete stranger (this time a school math teacher). I don’t mind the pairing of Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson but while Notting Hill made it look so effortless, Marry Me is mishmash of scenes that lack credibility and coherency. Grade: C+.

Blacklight (out Feb 10) is a Liam Neeson helmed thriller about a tired, ready-to-retire-to-spend-more-time-with-his-family FBI operative trying to protect undercover agents in the field. Shady government officials, moralistic journalists and a hero who is always in the right place at the right time. None of this is particularly convincing. The same can be said for the action scenes too. Grade: C+.