Features
Features, articles and essays on video on-demand shows and movies, streaming services and the VOD industry.
Oscars 2016: A full list of winners and where you can watch them online in the UK
February 29, 2016 | David FarnorSpotlight stole the award for Best Picture at last night’s Oscars, as the evening delivered a host of surprises – not least from its host, Chris Rock.
The comedian was expected to address the subject of diversity within the Academy … Read More
Prologue: The Oscar-nominated short that’s the start of a stunning bigger picture
February 28, 2016 | Craig SkinnerRichard Williams may not be a name that many are familiar with, but he’s someone whose work has been seen by millions and whose influence is strongly felt throughout the world of animation. Williams’ first film was the 1958 short … Read More
Thirteen: BBC Three’s first online drama is far from unlucky
February 27, 2016 | David FarnorEarlier this month, BBC Three became the UK’s first online TV channel, using an innovative mix of BBC iPlayer and short-form content to cover everything from UFC to Death Row. On Sunday 28th February, though, the channel faces its first … Read More
How does BBC Three online work? And all your other questions answered
February 16, 2016 | David FarnorToday, BBC Three became the online TV channel by the BBC, as the broadcaster moved its youth channel to the web in an attempt to both keep up with the times and cut costs.
But how does the new BBC … Read More
Small canvas, big ideas: Inside Instagram series Shield 5
February 10, 2016 | David FarnorLast week, a new TV series began, telling the story of John Swift, a security driver on the run from the authorities after being accused of stealing some diamonds and killing his colleague. It sounds like the kind of thing … Read More
My French Film Festival: The 2016 VOD line-up
February 8, 2016 | David FarnorMy French Film Festival has returned for a sixth year this February, bringing a host of new French movies into your living room without the hassle of travelling to France or walking a crowded red carpet.
The festival, organised by … Read More
The best films and TV shows on BBC iPlayer (7th February 2016)
February 7, 2016 | David FarnorWe review the best TV shows and films currently available on BBC iPlayer. (Click here to skip to our reviews of the best movies on BBC iPlayer.)
Camila’s Kids Company: The Inside Story
Charting the implosion of one of … Read More
The best films and TV shows on BBC iPlayer (31st January 2016)
January 31, 2016 | David FarnorWe review the best TV shows and films currently available on BBC iPlayer. (Click here to skip to our reviews of the best movies on BBC iPlayer.)
The Great Sport Relief Bake Off
Cakes. Mary Berry. An uplifting tone … Read More
Louis C.K.’s surprise web series: A refreshingly bold move
January 31, 2016 | Craig SkinnerWith a polite email sent out to his mailing list last night, Louis C.K. announced that he had a new “thing” and that you could purchase the first episode of it through his website for $5. This new thing is … Read More
How much Sky Q costs – and everything else to know about the new set top box
January 29, 2016 | David FarnorSky has finally confirmed the release date and price for Sky Q, its fancy new set top box.
The new TV service, which completely revamps the Sky experience, was first unveiled last year as the broadcaster seeks to compete with … Read More