A few got a certain amount of critical acclaim, but appear to have dwindled from movie conversations since.

In particular, it brought her to the attention of Judd Apatow, who helped getGirlsset up at HBO.

Fortunately, Dunhams written a strong script here not always satisfying, but always committed.

Her lead performance is also a good one.

Uplifting it isnt, butTiny Furnitureis definitely still of interest.

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Director Nigel Cole hit big with his adaptation of the stage showCalendar Girls.

Made In Dagenhamdidnt hit in quite the same way, though, even if it deserved to.

Nor does his cast, led by the brilliant Sally Hawkins and Andrea Riseborough.

This low-budget, Uruguayan horror film was remade in 2011 and starred Elizabeth Olsen, who was excellent.

But the original is well worth checking out, partly for what it achieves on a tiny budget.

Peter Mullan, as weve said before on this site, doesnt direct many films.

But when he does, its always worth sitting up and taking notice.

Previous examples?The Magdalene SistersandOrphans, both of which are brilliant.

Arguably not Mullans best film as director, but still very, very good.

ForCemetery Junctionis more a period drama than anything, albeit with that period being the 1970s.

Set in Reading, it follows a bunch of young men and women working for an insurance company.

As it turns out, they tell it really rather well.

Horror remakes arent often something to get too excited about, yet Breck EisnersThe Craziesis among the very best.

Its a minimalist, surreal film, and uncompromising even by Refns standards.

What if hes the sheriff too?

His screen adaptation of Joe Dunthornes novel, meanwhile, marked him as a major talent to watch.

The few years since its release havent diluted its timeless feel either.

Theres some strong comedy work in here too.

Were looking forward to seeing Corbijns next film,A Most Wanted Man,out this year.

An unmissable comedy horror.

A shame that, though, as not only is Wilson very funny here (Shut up, crime!

), but the film around him co-starring Ellen Page and Liv Tyler has plenty to like.

Wilson is the Crimson Bolt, a self-made superhero, apparently at the behest of God himself.

Its also, wed wager, absolutely nothing likeGuardians Of The Galaxywill be.

Anonymous artist Banksy turned filmmaker in this highly unusual documentary, which blurs the lines between fiction and reality.

Its an earthy tale, with jabs of bloody violence and a satisfying conclusion.

Sean Beans on stoic form and Redmayne is extremely effective in a gradually darkening role.

Like Smiths earlier films Creep, SeveranceandTriangle Black Deathis greatly underappreciated, and well worth tracking down.

And heck, we quite like talking animals singing songs.

Superbly shot and deceptively well written, this claustrophobic thriller engrosses from beginning to end.

If it did, we urge you to seek it out.

Now, if only Besson could get round to making a sequel.

A hugely, hugely recommended animated treat.

Kazuo Ishiguros novel is sensitively adapted by director Mark Romanek, and the results are subtly devastating.

Michods next film, the near-future crime dramaThe Rover,is out this year.

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