Critics reveal their inner movie character

“As a lifelong fan of the James Bond flms, my frst instinct would be to choose 007. But in truth, I don’t think his life would be an enjoyable one. Despite all the travelling to glamorous locations, cocktails, gadgets and Aston Martins, he lives a solitary existence working as a blunt instrument for the government, and those that get close to him usually end up dead,” says Tom Butler, senior editor at Yahoo Entertainment. “So, I choose Q - Bond’s quartermaster - who spends his time tinkering with gadgets in his bunker, inventing ludicrous inventions with a limitless supply of hot drinks - he’s much more in tune with how I’d like to live my life.”

Rhianna Dhillon, freelance flm critic and presenter at BAFTA, would be Elle Woods from Legally Blonde. “She goes on an amazing journey of self-discovery which involves learning how intelligent she is and how she can use her skills to help others in need. I admire how resilient she is, I fnd her inclusive and principled feminist attitude inspiring and most importantly, I wish I had her wardrobe.”

Farah Naz: “This man loves the idea of a glamourous, stimulating life with no ties, parties, shiny objects, but in reality, he prefers constancy, doing fun things through creativity, and appreciates the comforts of the ordinary. He distrusts authority and sometimes may have a tendency to hide away. He chooses to be the brains rather than the brawn and so is less concerned with ego or machismo. He is not too bothered with saving the planet and standing up for what is right, as he is cynical of his capacity to have an effect.”

Farah Naz: “This woman has a growth mindset, is a feminist who is concerned less with ego and more with helping others showing immense empathy. She is practical, honest, idealistic, optimistic, psychologically secure, resilient and driven by change for the better of all. She also sees the best in others, but is not afraid to speak her mind when she sees the need. She appreciates and values essence rather than materialistic outward appearance. She also choses style over being cool or sexy.”