Films

Digger is a 2026 satirical black comedy directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, starring Tom Cruise as an aging oil magnate whose drilling sets off an ecological disaster. Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, Sandra Hüller, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Jesse Plemons fill out the cast. We watched it in the cinema last week. I went in a bit apprehensive because of the negative reviews, but what followed is another multi-layered piece of cinema genius by Iñárritu. It’s a beautiful movie, exceptionally written, and it’s unlike anything I’ve seen before on screen. I loved every minute of it. ...

9 to 5 is a 1980 comedy directed by Colin Higgins, starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton in her film debut. Three office workers take revenge on their sexist and autocratic boss. We watched it last night with the kids. Such a well written movie. It’s of course about women’s liberation and sexism in the workplace, but at the same time it’s so funny. Kids loved it, and the whole story comes together so well. ...