* American Gangster

It has been a slow Week One for this riveting Ridley Scott drama.

Pro: The gripping plot; the performances, led by Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe

Con: A tad disappointing

* Stardust

As is the case with most Hollywood films in the city, this Claire Danes-Sienna Miller fantasy film hasn’t managed to draw in the crowds in its opening week.

Pro: The special effects

Con: Lack of strong clear-cut characters

** Black and White

Good reviews have ensured a decent Week Two for this Subhash Ghai film.

Pro: The engaging plot; the subtle treatment; the performances

Con: Lack of hype

* 10,000 BC

In Week Two, the crowd count has thinned further for this prehistoric saga.

Pro: The special effects; the cinematography

Con: Wafer-thin plot; lack of big names; predictable

* Michael Clayton

Box-office fortunes dip further in Week Two.

Pro: The premise; George Clooney

Con: A little slow

*** Jodhaa Akbar

Jodhaa and Akbar continue their dream run on city screens.

Pro: The Hrithik-Aishwarya chemistry; A.R. Rahman’s haunting tunes; the cinematography

Con: Too long