Film Reviews by Steve

Wender's unique lyrical poem to human spirituality and the experience of being alive, in a wonderful black and white Berlin.

Clever allegorical fantasy about the artistic process, featuring Johnny Depp in one of the great film performances. Emotional, but not sentimental, and a visual treat.

Lyrical adaptation, in couplets, is a very moving and moral story; elevated into greatness by Depardieu's huge performance.

Energetic fusion of comic timing and outrageous imagination. Buster Keaton enters the screen, and becomes his hero. One of the great silent comedies.

Herzog masterpiece about Spanish conquistadors in South America feels truly real. The brilliant opening scene of a royal train in a mountain descent, captures the greed borne insanity, the cultural incongruence, and the misguided heroism of Empire. Benchmark deranged performance by Klaus Kinski.

The sort of made for tv production created for the Christmas schedules,which may well be the best version of this old favourite.

The plot moves forward at a good pace, cheerfully waving past any inconsistencies. All performances are likable, with Richard E Grant a stand out. The Cornish setting is used well, with good period detail.

And there is some genuine suspense and a few thrills.

A must for Holmes enthusiasts, a well crafted and enjoyable diversion for others.