Damien Chazelle’s lively, dazzling modern musical that encapsulates the magic of cinema.

We count down the best films of 2016, from Denis Villeneuve’s Arrival to Jim Jarmusch’s Paterson.

Gareth Edwards’ spin-off explores the Star Wars universe from a different angle.

Clint Eastwood tells the story of Chesley ‘Sully’ Sullenberger in a clear and straightforward ode to skill, professionalism and team work.

Kelly Fremon Craig’s high school dramedy perfectly captures the life-or-death stakes of teenage life.

Jim Jarmusch’s minor masterpiece embraces the small wonders of ordinary life and the pleasure that can be found in the creative process.

JK Rowling and frequent Harry Potter director David Yates reunite to adapt this Potter prequel.

Amy Adams stars in Denis Villeneuve’s grounded sci-fi, which isn’t what you would expect from an alien invasion movie.

Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal star in Tom Ford’s cleverly constructed sophomore effort.

Ben Affleck stars as an autistic accountant-cum-assassin in Gavin O’Connor’s bizarre and problematic, but wildly entertaining, action thriller.