I cannot find a way to give this film a rating. I could give this film 1 star, or I could give this film 4½ stars. It is not in the middle. This is not a mediocre movie. This is an excellent movie with one scene that is so horrifying it completely ruins the film for me.

Misogyny is a consistent theme throughout the James Bond franchise. When watching the films in order, this was the one that made it apparent to me. That one scene in this film (which if you've seen it, you know what I'm talking about) left me shocked and horrified. I understand that you can't hold a film from the 1960s to the standards of today, however what happens in that scene is disgusting and was still disgusting at the time. There is no doubt about what it was, and I am appalled that there are people willing to defend that scene.

The message that is conveyed in this film is undoubtedly awful. In spite of that, I still think this is one of the best films in the James Bond franchise. Goldfinger is the quintessential James Bond film. This is the film where the franchise really finds it's footing. In a positive aspect, with the fascinating gadgets, intriguing villain, compelling henchmen, excellent soundtrack and extraordinary action sequences. In a negative aspect, the blatant misogyny and brutal violence towards women being completely dismissed as it comes from the 'heroic' protagonist.

I would like to note the song that plays during the opening credits, 'Goldfinger' by Shirley Bassey, absolutely incredible. Shirley Bassey truly is something else, and I one hundred per cent understand why they asked her to do two more James Bond theme songs after this. Her voice is wholly encapsulating and truly brilliant. Absolute banger.

A significant improvement on the novel it was based on, the film 'Goldfinger' is much more intelligent than the book. The plot of the film was much more reasonable than the almost nonsensical storyline of the novel. The film manages to be much more compelling than the novel, and manages to tone down the misogyny, homophobia and xenophobia a fair amount.

An excellent score, undeniably iconic, rich with witty dialogue; Goldfinger was the first bond film to fully demonstrate the humorous quality that came to be such a vital part of these movies. Goldfinger is full of whimsy, quirky and frankly fun. It was also the first to feature sci-fi-esque gadgets, which became a key part of the franchise. I really think this movie was where the James Bond film series truly established itself.

Goldfinger has a deeply memorable script, full of iconic lines and exchanges. Cinematographically excellent, each and every shot of this film is beautiful. Opulent and visually striking, with magnificent production design. This film simply looks amazing throughout.

There are some glaringly apparent discrepancies with the plot, however most of the time they can be excused, as they make for a captivating story, and work with the flow of the narrative. This film is very smooth, and much more coherent than many of the other bond films.

Honor Blackman's portrayal of the character 'Pussy Galore' is excellent. This is a film that presents a bond girl as independent, intelligent and capable. She is such a brilliant and interesting character, however Goldfinger really lets you down with how it chose to present the character towards the end of film. This film made me feel conflicted above all else.

Goldfinger is substantially less enjoyable upon rewatch, as you know what is going to happen and wait in dreadful anticipation. There is one part of the movie that sticks in your mind, unfortunately overshadowing the remarkable and brilliant parts of this film. Goldfinger is uniquely brilliant and disappointing at the same time.

The film Malcom X has a powerful opening. You hear the voice of Malcom X (portrayed by Denzel Washington) delivering the speech I Have A Nightmare (I Charge The White Man) overtop imagery of the American flag burning entwined with real footage of police brutality from the LAPD against Rodney King. This creates a harrowing atmosphere, setting the tone of the film, making the viewer feel.

This film does an excellent job at telling the story of the complex and layered life of Malcolm X, his childhood, his early life, his time incarcerated, his revertion to and journey with Islam, his time as a minister and an activist and then his horrific assassination. Malcom X is a historical figure who is often discredited, slandered or blatantly ignored by white people. He was an incredibly important figure in the civil rights movement, and his message of black pride and self-reliance continues to inspire people and inform conversations today. His story and his legacy should be shared and should be discussed.

Spike Lee's direction is truly outstanding, this film features masterfully-crafted shots that make the film feel alive. The cinematography is remarkable. Visually, this film is exquisitely beautiful, every scene very well thought-out, it evokes emotion in the viewer.

The incredible soundtrack - composed by Terence Blanchard - creates a sense of immersion. It makes reference to the music of Malcom X's childhood, with blues, gospel and jazz, as well as featuring more dramatic melodies, to represent the struggle and intensity in Malcom's life.

This film makes you feel emotions deeply. It is poignant, emotive, devastating, chilling to the bone.

Distressing. Heartbreaking

This film is entirely captivating. It is impactful, profoundly meaningful and incredibly moving. Striking, contrasting scenes make this film incredibly compelling.

The ending of Malcom X's life was painful and tragic and horrifying. He was shot twenty-one times infront of his children. The ending sequence of the film is something that will bring tears to your eyes. Showing a representation of his brutal assassination, then demonstrating his impact and his legacy. The influence his memory has on the world.

This film is 3 hours and 20 minutes long and every moment of it is worth watching. I implore you to do so. Devastating and yet hopeful, every aspect of this film is gripping and meaningful and absolutely phenomenal.

Breakfast on Pluto reasonates with me so much because it is a story about a transgender person that is hopeful. Growing up, I did not see many films or stories like that, which is why Breakfast on Pluto holds such a special place in my heart.

So many films about trans people seem to be purely about trans suffering; gratuitously violent or excessively traumatic. I am not in any way saying trans filmmakers should not be able to show their experience of suffering, however many of these films are made by cisgender people for cisgender people. They present being transgender as something tragic and miserable. Breakfast on Pluto defies that convention, being heartwarming and fun and sanguine.

I do take issue with the decision to cast a man to play a transgender women. I understand that 2005 was 20 years ago, however there are plenty of trans actresses, and if that was not possible I believe casting a cisgender woman would be more respectful. Despite that, I believe Cillian Murphy did an excellent job portraying the character of Patricia Braden. He described playing this character as being 'feminine, not effeminate', which I believe is an important distinction to make. Cillian Murphy depicts the role of a transgender woman in a respectful and compassionate way. He is an incredibly versatile actor, and I believe this film shows that more than anything else.

Breakfast on Pluto follows Patricia 'Kitten' Braden's search for her mother in 1970's Ireland and London. It features the song 'Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep (Where's your mama gone)' by The Middle of the Road, which I found hilarious. This film is witty and comical, and Neil Jordan's direction is excellent.

At the start of the film, I found the voice Cillian was doing irritating and bordering on offensive, but it fairly quickly became barely noticeable. I truly think he did a very good job in this film, towards the end he is unrecognizable. Cillian's mannerisms as Patricia are enthralling and engrossing. Cillian's performance is utterly mesmerising.

This film absolutely does have conflict, and does have it's tense, upsetting and sad moments. However, this film is obove all uplifting, heartwarming and whimsical. Patricia is given the opportunity to express her identity and her transness unashamedly. She has the chance to have fun and enjoy herself and live her life, something you don't see often in movies about trans people.

The soundtrack of Breakfast on Pluto, featuring a variety of melodramatic, disco and punk music, brings the film to life, it was chosen very well. The
costume design by Eimer Ni Mhaoldomhnaigh, featuring 70s fashion, is stunning and gorgeous and bold. I love it.

This film is emotional and sad and funny and inspiring and comforting at the same time. It features scenes that really move you. Breakfast on Pluto is sweet and beautiful and warm and absolutely delightful. I would certainly recommend.

M: You don't like me, Bond. You don't like my methods. You think I'm an accountant, a bean counter more interested in my numbers than your instincts.

Bond: The thought had occurred to me.

M: Good, because think you're a sexist, misogynist dinosaur. A relic of the Cold War, whose boyish charms, though wasted on me, obviously appealed to that young woman I sent out to evaluate you.

Bond: Point taken.

M: Not quite, 007. If you think for one moment I don’t have the balls to send a man out to die, your instincts are dead wrong. I have no compunction about sending you to your death. But I won’t do it on a whim. Even with your cavalier attitude toward life.

Goldeneye is action packed, extremely fun and has brilliantly sharp dialogue. I absolutely love the character of Natalya Simonova. She is incredible, capable and refreshing. It is so nice to see a bond girl who is a real character, with thoughts and ideas and motivations. A character who is capable of looking after herself, not reliant on a man. She is strong and intelligent and so cool, I love that.

Peirce Brosnan's first outing as Bond is one of the best films in the franchise. It is a shame the rest of the Bond films he starred in never came close to the brilliance of GoldenEye. He portrays a much more likeable and balanced version of Bond, which I absolutely adore. He has the perfect mixture of the coldness and aggression of Connery's Bond, the care and tenderness of Lazenby's Bond, the flippant and comedic aspect of Moore's bond and the stern and gritty demeanor of Dalton's Bond.

The decision to cast Judi Dench as M was a stroke of genius, she truly is a great actress. Additionally, having the role of M being portrayed by a woman was fantastic. To finally see James Bond being challenged on his misogynistic attitude, and to see these films understand that the protagonist is capable of doing wrong was incredibly satisfying.

GoldenEye features outstanding acting, beautifully written characters, and stunning action sequences. I love the way this was filmed; I also (somewhat controversially) loved the soundtrack. The uniqueness of it gives the film an identity of it's own. I also want to note that the dynamic use of colour in this film was excellent, switching between various locations, visually interesting yet still so cohesive.

An immensely engaging, inventive film, GoldenEye is certainly one of the best Bond films, and infact one of the best action movies I've ever seen. Stimulating, sleek and compelling, this film is practically flawless. The acting is stellar, the editing superb, the script is fantastic, this film is exceptional and I would strongly recommend watching it

Incredible, remarkable and deeply uncomfortable. Cabaret (1993) is one of the best things I have ever seen. It takes an incredibly sharp left turn halfway through. Cabaret is an emotional whirlwind, strange and seductive and majorly gut-wrenching.

Alan Cumming's performance as the emcee is absolutely unparalleled. I have seen many different performances of this show from throughout the years and this is certainly my favourite. Jane Horrocks' rendition of Sally Bowles is astonishing, especially during the song 'Cabaret', which is utterly unnerving and disquieting. She truly understands the character. The choices she made portraying the character were very intentional, despite what some may think.

The music is exceptionally brilliant, and the first half of the performance is incredibly fun, until it takes a drastic swerve, and you realize all the little things you missed. The scene at the party is shocking and distressing and absolutely phenomenal. It's chilling, disturbing and uncomfortable. The ending is also wretchedly heartbreaking.

This film feels like being punched. It fills you with a sense of dread. That is what it is supposed to do.

A quote from Cabaret that thoroughly sticks with you is 'It'll all work out. It's only politics, and what does that have to do with us?'. It is a mindset that you see all too often. Cabaret is poignant and the message is vitally important. Deeply impactful. Nothing can compare to the first time I watched it. There is nothing I could recommend more.

Do the Right Thing is beautifully filmed. With the detailed and meticulous framing of each and every shot, this film is just astonishing. The visual storytelling does an excellent job at embodying the tension and humanity of new york city.

The music in this film is nothing but incredible. The soundtrack does so much more than just set the mood, it becomes a vital part of the narrative of the film. It's a brilliant example of how music and a good soundtrack can reinforce and strengthen storytelling.

The sharp, compelling exchanges between characters are fucking amazing. Spike Lee's script is distinctly brilliant, and it doesn't shy away from tough conversations at all, delivering lines that stick with you for a long time after the movie ends.

Do The Right Thing is profound and meaningful, dealing with themes of racial tension, identity and community unfalteringly. It asks difficult questions and leaves you thinking.

An intensively creative film, where Spike Lee's direction is bold and inventive. The use of colours and the unique and distinctive structure of the narrative makes Do The Right Thing an incredibly groundbreaking piece of cinema. The storytelling in this film is innovative and absolutely brilliant.

The cinematography in this film is astonishing, every single frame of it is a work of art. Do the Right Thing is chilling, raw and remarkable. This film is a masterpiece and I would strongly recommend watching.