Inside.... ROGER DEAKINS: A big exclusive chat with a British cinema legend. From his new film - Empire Of Light - through to his broader thoughts on the industry THE BBFC AND PRECUTS: When movie studios go looking for softer certificates for their films SAVING CINEMAS: We look into the growing number of UK independent cinemas that appear to be under threat CASTING: Pulling back the curtain on agents and casting directors... FROM IRELAND TO THE OSCARS?: Chatting to Colm Bairéad about his debut feature The Quiet Girl A VERY GOOD YEAR? How 2022 has fared for queer cinema PHIL TIPPETT: On his journey to hell and back making the film Mad God. SIMON HICKSON LIKES DOGS: It's a statement of fact. But also, the mighty Simon from Trev & Simon chats about dogs in films. He likes those too. FILM BOOKS! Lots of recommendations! MORE INTERVIEWS! Nikyatu Jusu, PJ Palmer and a whole host of upcoming filmmakers too. PLUS! Writing clinic with the mighty James Moran My film story Reviews! There's a five star one in this issue too. Again! We're going soft. Things for the watchlist Puzzles! Movie clinic! The letters page! More interviews! And lots more!