It’s almost Christmas and what would the festive season be without some recognition of the best of 2016? Over the next fortnight we’ll shortlist five nominees in each of 12 categories for our Oscars, or monstas if you will, of 2016.

• Read on for nominees for the monsta for film of the year. 2015 winner: Amy

1. Deadpool

2. The Pass

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdT4t1mRnB0

3. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

4. Swiss Army Man

5. 100 Streets

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70U_T4C4o68

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