I went into Amsterdam (the movie) with very little knowledge of what I'd be in for, save for the exceptional cast. Suffice it to say I was not disappointed and had a thoroughly enjoyable time.

In my view, Amsterdam is a worthy addition to the recent resurgence in high-profile character-led historical dramas (Nightmare Alley, Death on the Nile, See How They Run etc.), it always being a delight to watch a movie that doesn't patronise its audience and embraces the opportunity to have some fun.

A visually stylish period piece crammed with witty dialogue and scene stealing performances, you could have done almost anything with the cast of Amsterdam and I very much enjoyed the film that made it to theatres.