The Simpsons Movie

Here's the plot: Homer pollutes Springfield to such an extent that the government seals the town inside a massive dome, effectively killing everyone inside and, obviously, only Homer can save them, but only after he makes amends with his too-long-suffering family. So much more than an extended episode, this would be the funniest film of the year if it weren't for Knocked Up. Every joke is funny. Every single one. From the biggest sight gags to the smallest background detail (not to mention Bart's willy), the writers have truly excelled themselves. So secretive have Fox been about plot details that, although by time you read this the film will have been out for a week, I'm half expecting a man in white gloves to stick a syringe in my neck for telling you. Avenge my death. [Paul Greenwood]