2. The Disaster Artist

Last year, La La Land made us believe that “the ones who dream” were destined for greatness. But what about those of us who aren’t talented? Enter Tommy Wiseau (James Franco), a misguided fantasist boasting straggly black hair, an unplaceable Eastern European accent and ambitions of being the next James Dean. The Disaster Artist is a hysterical behind-the-scenes exposé tracing the making of Wiseau’s self-financed vanity project, The Room. An incomprehensible, semi-pornographic hotchpotch widely regarded as the worst film ever made, The Room has gained a cult following of diehard fans who attend late-night showings to hurl abuse, plastic spoons and American footballs at the screen.

James Franco – who also directed The Disaster Artist – has earned plaudits for his sensitive, yet hilarious, impersonation of the film-maker. He clinched the Best Actor gong at the Gothams (the first awards show of the season) and has secured nods from the Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild (SAG). His campaigning efforts have even seen him copy Wiseau by erecting a billboard on Hollywood’s Highland Avenue emblazoned with a promotional phone number. So be sure to ring +33 323 654 6192 to speak with Franco in character. Bonus points for starting the call with: Oh hi, Mark.