Documentary
Shine A Light: Martin Scorsese filmed The Rolling Stones over two days in autumn 2006 at the Beacon Theatre in New York City as the band performed a concert “for friends” while on a break from touring. In cinemas May 29.

Action
Iron Man: When Tony Stark is forced to create a life support suit to keep him alive after an accident, he decides to use the technology in his suit to fight crime. Stars Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow. In cinemas May 1.

Romantic Comedies
What Happens In Vegas: Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher wake up to discover they’re married following a night of debauchery in Sin City. May 8.

Leatherheads is set in the world of 1920s football, where the owner of a professional team (George Clooney) drafts a straitlaced university sensation, only to watch his new coach fall for his fiancée (Renee Zellweger). May 29.

If you like rock docos, you might enjoy…

The Last Waltz (1978)
Another Scorsese film account. This time, it’s the final concert of The Band with guests such as Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan and Van Morrison.

U2: Rattle and Hum (1988)
Shot in black and white, this doco follows the Irish rock group on their 1987 tour of North America. B.B. King also appears.

Buena Vista Social Club (1999)
Ageing and forgotten Cuban musicians are brought out of retirement, resulting in triumphant performances that resurrected their careers.

Did you know?
15 minutes before showtime, Bob Dylan decided he didn’t want to appear on stage in The Last Waltz. Thankfully he was talked around.