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December 19, 2025
And the 2025 Braddies go to … Peter Bradshaw’s film picks of the year
Now the Guardian’s Top 50 countdowns, as voted for by the whole film team, have announced their No 1s, here are our chief critic’s personal choices – in no particular order
TL;DR
- The author presents their personal film awards, the "Braddies," for films released in the UK.
- Tilly Norwood, a female AI star, is identified as the "villain of 2025" due to the increasing use of AI in movies.
- The cost-effectiveness of AI in filmmaking is a significant factor, making it difficult to ignore despite potential gaps in realism.
- Notable films and directors mentioned include Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just an Accident,' Jim Jarmusch's 'Father Mother Sister Brother,' and Kaouther Ben Hania's 'The Voice of Hind Rajab.'
- Disappointing films like Noah Baumbach and George Clooney's 'Jay Kelly' and Luca Guadagnino's 'After the Hunt' are criticized.
- Exciting work from directors such as Kelly Reichardt, Paul Thomas Anderson, and Tom Cruise's 'Mission: Impossible' swan song are praised.
- The article emphasizes the competitiveness and low cost of cinema, urging its support.
- Lists are provided for best film, director, actress, actor, supporting actress, supporting actor, cinematography, documentary, screenplay, debut, and films most likely to be overlooked by the mainstream media.
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