Flickreel’s 5 Must See Films in April 2015

While We’re Young

You’ll often hear those in their mid-20s complain about getting old. Be it finding their first grey hair, or settling into a career that bears an uncanny resemblance to that of their parents’. But for those in their 40s, these years of exuberant vitality are the ones to romanticise over – or so we think. In Noah Baumbach’s While We’re Young, Josh (Ben Stiller) and Cornelia (Naomi Watts) befriend younger married couple Jamie (Adam Driver) and Darby (Amanda Seyfried), who offer them a whole new lease of life. What transpires is a film that anybody, no matter their age, can thoroughly enjoy.

John Wick

We all saw what the Taken franchise did for Liam Neeson – and with his exploits in the explosive action thriller John Wick, the very same could be about to happen to Keanu Reeves. He plays the titular protagonist who goes on a savage revenge mission to find – and kill – the men who broke into his house and took away his most valuable possessions. Fans of Reeves will be thrilled by this endeavour for sure – as will anybody who likes looking at really cute, little dogs.

Child 44

With a cast consisting of Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman and Noomi Rapace to name but a few, Daniel Espinosa’s fledging career in Hollywood continues with this affecting drama. Set in the Stalin-era Soviet Union, we watch on as a disgraced law enforcer investigates a series of barbaric child murders. Not exactly pleasant Sunday afternoon viewing, but a worthwhile trip to the cinema nonetheless.

A Little Chaos

Alan Rickman’s last directorial outing came in 1997 with The Winter Guest. Now, 18 years later, he presents A Little Chaos. We’ve waited almost two decades for this – and thankfully, it’s been worth the wait, as the picture is an indelible, charming period drama that features the star in the role of King Louis XIV. His co-stars are Kate Winslet and Matthias Schoenaerts – and with such quality actors, comes a quality cinematic experience: one that combines romance, drama and comedy to wonderful effect.

The Avengers: Age of Ultron

Now this one goes without saying. Following the immense success of the quite incredible blockbuster The Avengers Assemble comes the eagerly anticipated follow-up that pits all of our very favourite Marvel creations together. From Captain America, to Iron Man, to the Hulk to Black Widow – there really is no reason whatsoever why you shouldn’t go to see this movie. With Joss Whedon at the helm once more, here’s a film you can even take your parents too, safe in the knowledge that they’re bound to enjoy themselves. Even Grandma would like it.