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"Do you like thpy movieth?" lisps Samuel L Jackson's megalomaniac Valentine, to Colin Firths suited and booted (Oxfords, preferably) Harry Hart. "I find them all a little dramatic for my liking" he croons in the most perfect British accent, "give me a far-fetched theatrical plot any day". This one sentence explains everything you need to know about Kingsman; a gloriously over the top tribute, that takes huge risks due to its audacious attitude, and thankfully the risks pay off. From the director who made an 13 year old girl say THAT word in Kick Ass, it's not surprising that Kingsman is just as foul-mouthed and ultra-violent. With Vaughn's signature style of a comic book look and feel, he cranks up the coolness factor and puts you right in the middle of the action from start to finish. Vaughn directs with such enthusiasm and skill, it's hard not to love anything he does. Colin Firth is superb as the well groomed but deadly Harry Hart. He sheds his stiff, British exterior and embraces his new role, clearly having the time of his life. Firth's chemistry with Egerton is that of a father/son relationship and is truly lovely to watch. Taron Egerton is absolutely brilliant as the teen hooligan Eggsy. With his cheeky accent and potty mouth, he's perfectly cast and cements himself as a promising newcomer of 2015. Kingsman not only looks good, but is hugely entertaining, stylishly written, obscenely filthy, extremely funny and brilliantly British.

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After the success of the western slavery, Django Unchained last year, 12 Years A Slave typically has a similar ring to it but it couldn't be more different. Based on the book, Steve McQueen directs a truly heartbreaking and honest side of slavery that shows the brutality of life back then. Even though Django was a massive hit including a lot of Oscar buzz, 12 Years A Slave is so painful and gritty it will be around for years to come.

If you thought Django was rough, maybe give this one a miss. Learned enough about slavery in History class? You haven't seen nothing. 12 Years A Slave is shocking. Beatings that will make you turn away and secret tears that will make your eyes water.

Absolutely outstanding performances from Chiwetel Ejiofor as Solomon and Lupita Nyong'o as his friend Patsey. 12 Years A Slave is a breakout role for both Chiwetel and Lupita (who just graduated film school!) which has put them on Hollywood's map and earned them endless award nods, including the prestigious Oscar. Michael Fassbender was perfectly cast as Edwin Epps, performing with such venom and cruelty. Along with Paul Dano's perfectly disgusting attitude and Brad Pitt's sad, understanding witness to the cruelty going on.

Absolutely outstanding, from Steve McQueen to every extra on screen. Deserving of every award it has and will win.

The Wolf Of Wall Street is an incredible tale of a man who was destroyed by his own greed and ego. It's brutally honest and brave, captivating readers of Jordan Belfort's international best seller of the same name.

The Wolf of Wall Street is an insane almost-3-hour ride. Women's bodies are flashed and fondled in nearly every scene, drugs are sniffed off of every surface and swallowed in obscenely large quantities and the f-word is used 506 times (every 2.81 minutes to be exact) and now holds the record for the most swear words in a film. If that isn't exciting, I don't know what is!!! Even though it's 2 hours and 59 minutes, the film doesn't slow down for a second. Super fast and high paced (like the drugs they're taking) you don't realise the its been 3 hours until the credits are rolling.

Leonardo DiCaprio marks The Wolf Of Wall Street as the film of his career. Leo lived and breathed Jordan Belfort for 2 years which showed in the whole 3 hours - he is so into the role that it's hard to believe he's even acting. And the fact that Leo is nearly 40 is a shocker in itself, but he still looks as young as he did in his Titanic days, completely passing as young and youthful Belfort. Leo is a rare sort. He seems to stand the test of time and gets better and more experienced with age. TWOWS is Leo's 5th film with Martin Scorsese as the director and you can understand why. Their connection is clear through Leo's acting and you can just tell he has nailed Scorsese's vision to a tee.

Margot Robbie is stunning and perfectly cast as Naomi. Her Australian twang is disguised by a brilliant Brooklyn accent and fits the part of Jordan's snippy, confident wife . She does strip down to her birthday suit a few times, but not just to get her kit off. A lot of films use nudity to connect to the right audience, and most of the time girls are flashing their breasts for no apparent reason. Naomi uses her body to control Jordan, knowing that her assets will help get her own way. Nicely done.

The real Jordan Belfort dedicates his book of his life to his children, knowing that one day, he will have to explain how their father could have done the endless despicable things to their mother and others he loved. Martin obviously focuses on the craziness of Jordan's life but touches on his love for his wife and children every so often, showing the softer side to his incredible story.

All in all, Martin Scorsese is a cinematic genius.