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Entertaining and witty, but not essential

“Although a sequel to 2009's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs makes commercial sense due to its modest box office success, it felt like a satisfying standalone story with seemingly no logical place for a follow-up to go. Plus, original writer-directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller did not return in a ” read more

A winner in every respect

“Phil Lord and Christopher Miller's feature-film debut as writers and directors, 2009's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs adapts Judi Barrett and Ron Barrett's beloved 1978 children's book with delightful results, making for an entertaining, hilarious and heartfelt animated picture that gives Pixar a” read more

A sweet treat worth savouring

“A prequel movie to Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory exploring the origins of the titular character was always going to be a tricky proposition, as such films typically lack a compelling reason to exist beyond financial aspirations. But in the hands of Paddington and Paddington 2 di” read more