PLANNING ON HEADING to the cinema this weekend?

There are a few new movies out, but which is a must-watch, and are there any you should avoid? We take a look.

The Breadwinner

What we know

This Cartoon Saloon film – directed by Nora Twomey – is about a young Afghani girl who has to disguise herself as a boy in order to work and provide for her family.

What the critics say

- “The animation beautifully brings to life the landscape and culture of Kabul, from the bustling bazaar scenes to the vistas of distant mountains.” – Washington Post

- “The Breadwinner is worth celebrating, in part because it is a work that in some ways qualifies as reportage.” – New York Times

What’s it rated?

• RottenTomatoes: 7.8/10
• IMDB: 7.6/10

Solo: A Star Wars Story

What we know

Han Solo gets his own backstory as part of the Star Wars stable. Get that popcorn and large fizzy drink and enjoy.

What the critics say

• “It’s a slick, swift-footed adventure which plays like a planet-hopping heist movie, and one which glides a long way on the charm of its leading man.” – Empire
• “With a script written by Star Wars franchise veteran Lawrence Kasdan and his son Jonathan Kasdan, Solo: A Star Wars Story delivers every single story beat fans of the iconic smuggler would expect in a prequel film – almost exhaustively so.” – ScreenRant

What’s it rated?

• RottenTomatoes: 6.5/10
• IMDB: No rating yet

Edie

What we know

A woman in her 80s decides to strike out on her own and go trek up a mountain in the Scottish Highlands after her controlling husband passes away.

What the critics say

• “Cinema doesn’t cater to narratives like Edie’s often, so there is a novel satisfaction gleaned from its representation of an older woman seeking meaning. Despite this, and the tremendous goodwill earned by Hancock and Guthrie, the feature never shifts into a higher gear.” – The Upcoming 
• “If you’ve ever wanted to see Sheila Hancock neck a can of Strongbow, ‘Edie’ is the film for you.” – Time Out

What’s it rated?

• RottenTomatoes: None yet
• IMDB: 7.1/10

Which one would you go see first?

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