Best of 2023: films and TV that entertained and engaged

This year's pick of big and small screen stories that stood out

29 December 2023 - 06:30

This year, smaller, carefully considered films and television shows were often crowded out by CGI thundering spectacles. But all was not lost for audiences who value the ability of these mediums to successfully entertain and engage. Tymon Smith selects his best of the year’s big and small screen stories that moved, provoked and asked difficult questions while still delivering plenty of twists, turns and drama. ..

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