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The 50 best films of 2015 in the UK

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The votes are in and the verdict is through. We’ve had our say over three different territories – UK, US and Australia – now it’s over to you.

A note, by the way, on how our lists were decided: an average was taken of the ratings given to each film by Peter Bradshaw, Andrew Pulver, Henry Barnes, Benjamin Lee and Catherine Shoard. A few films weren’t in contention as we hadn’t yet seen them: in the US, The Hateful Eight and The Big Short and worldwide, Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

1) Carol

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You said:

A film that really makes one feel deeply. Immersive is the word: emotionally, visually. But only if one allows himself/herself to feel, to look at it deeply, without worrying that: ‘If I say I like the film, will people think I might be a lesbian? Will people think that I’m selfish, condoning choosing my own heart’s desire over my child?’

We said:

Fifth best film of the year in the UK, seventh best in the US (yet to open in Australia).

2) Mad Max: Fury Road

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You said:

A highly innovative action movie that genuinely entertains like most blockbusters these days don’t.

We said:

17th best film of the year in Australia, 32nd best in the UK and 34th best in the US.

3) Ex Machina

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You said:

A clever and thoughtful feminist sci-fi masterpiece that transcended genre conventions with it’s wholly convincing performances and deft handling of a complex moral quandary. Shouldn’t be forgotten for the Oscars but I sadly imagine that it will be!

We said:

Failed to chart.

4) The Martian

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You said:

I didn’t think I would like this film. From the trailer, I was expecting “Gravity with added testosterone”. Instead I laughed, I cried, I hung on to the edge of my seat and I almost whooped with joy when at a pivotal moment the Abba soundtrack reassured me everything would work out. Best surprise of the year.

We said:

The 39th best film of the year in Australia.

5) Sicario

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You said:

Emily Blunt recorded her best performance yet, while Benicio del Toro remained fantastic as always. Film was gripping, intense, and powerful.

We said:

The 27th best film of the year in Australia, 43rd in the UK and 45th in the US.

6) Brooklyn

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You said:

Beautiful, compelling and a wonderful visual treat. Ronan is a genius and even when she doesn’t say anything she has you on the edge of your seat.

We said:

Failed to chart.

7) Spotlight

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You said:

Tense, closely plotted detective story with a moral outlook.

We said:

The 44th best film of the year in the US; yet to open in the UK and Australia.

8) Whiplash

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You said:

The story was incredible and backed by a superb performance by Teller and Simmons, this stellar narrative was backed by a tremendous soundtrack and beautiful cinematography.

We said:

The 12th best film of the year in the UK (released in the US and Australia last year).

9) Inside Out

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You said:

In a year where children still seem to be obsessed with singing snowmen, Inside Out showed how great a ‘child’s’ film could be. Perfect portrayal’s of emotions, inspired voice casting and don’t get me started on Bingbong.

We said:

The 19th best film of the year in Australia, 33rd in the UK and 35th in the US.

10) Mommy

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You said:

Wonderfully acted, and unashamedly emotional.

We said:

Eight best film of the year in Australia, 11th in the UK and 14th in the US.

11) Victoria

12) The Lobster

13) Me and Earl and the Dying Girl

14) The Dressmaker

15) Slow West

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16) Bridge of Spies

17) Steve Jobs

18) Phoenix

19) Force Majeure

20) Love and Mercy

21) Duke of Burgundy

22) Wild Tales

23) London Road

24) The Falling

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25) The Look of Silence

26) Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation

27) Pride

28) Wild

29) The Little Prince

30) Taxi Tehran

31) Ted 2

32) Straight Outta Compton

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33) The Avengers: Age of Ultron

34) Amy

35) Trumbo

36) Birdman

37) Jurassic World

38) Mia Madre

39) Spectre

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40) Love is Strange

41) Still Life

42) Timbuktu

43) Creed

44) Leviathan

45) Tomorrowland

46) Southpaw

47) Crimson Peak



48) Suffragette

49) 45 Years

50) Hector