Best-Reviewed Movies 2015: United Kingdom

Critics Consensus: Warm, funny, and brilliantly animated, Shaun the Sheep is yet another stop-motion jewel in Aardman's family-friendly crown.

Synopsis: All is well at Mossy Bottom Farm, except for the fact that the animals will do anything to get out of work. So, Shaun the... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Justin Fletcher, John Sparkes, Omid Djalili, Richard Webber

Directed By: Mark Burton, Richard Starzak

Critics Consensus: As riveting as it is sad, Amy is a powerfully honest look at the twisted relationship between art and celebrity -- and the lethal spiral of addiction.

Synopsis: Archival footage and personal testimonials present an intimate portrait of the life and career of British singer/songwriter Amy Winehouse.

Starring: Tony Bennett, Pete Doherty, Salaam Remi, Nick Shymansky

Directed By: Asif Kapadia

Critics Consensus: 45 Years offers richly thought-provoking rewards for fans of adult cinema -- and a mesmerizing acting showcase for leads Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay.

Synopsis: As their 45th wedding anniversary approaches, a woman (Charlotte Rampling) learns that her husband (Tom Courtenay) was once engaged to someone else.

Starring: Charlotte Rampling, Tom Courtenay, Geraldine James, Dolly Wells

Directed By: Andrew Haigh

Critics Consensus: Powerfully directed and acted, '71 stays true to its fact-based origins while remaining as gripping as any solidly crafted action thriller.

Synopsis: A young British soldier (Jack O'Connell) must find his way back to safety after his unit accidentally abandons him during a riot in the streets... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Jack O'Connell, Paul Anderson, Sean Harris, Richard Dormer

Directed By: Yann Demange

Critics Consensus: Ex Machina leans heavier on ideas than effects, but it's still a visually polished piece of work -- and an uncommonly engaging sci-fi feature.

Synopsis: Caleb Smith (Domhnall Gleeson) a programmer at a huge Internet company, wins a contest that enables him to spend a week at the private estate... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, Alicia Vikander, Sonoya Mizuno

Directed By: Alex Garland