Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Netflix UK film review: First Reformed
November 25, 2018 | David FarnorEthan Hawke is remarkable in Paul Schrader’s blistering, challenging study of doubt, guilt, despair and purpose.Read More
VOD film review: Don’t Look Now
November 25, 2018 | David FarnorNicolas Roeg’s haunting study of grief is a disorienting, chilling, mysterious masterpiece.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Skyscraper
November 22, 2018 | David FarnorDwayne Johnson tries to save this nonsensical blockbuster from its own towering ridiculousness.Read More
VOD film review: Incredibles 2
November 21, 2018 | David FarnorReturning with the same wit, heart and magic, Pixar’s super-family are as special ever. Read More
VOD film review: The Christmas Chronicles
November 20, 2018 | David FarnorKurt Russell is your new favourite Santa in Netflix’s funny, surprising and charming Christmas adventure.Read More
VOD film review: The Workshop
November 16, 2018 | Matthew TurnerThis talky thriller grapples with some compelling modern-day issues, but ultimately fails to convince.Read More
VOD film review: Suspiria (2018)
November 16, 2018 | David FarnorLuca Guadagnino’s stylish Suspiria remake is a distinctly new piece that dwells on the horror and power of rebirth.Read More
Netflix UK film review: The Holiday Calendar
November 14, 2018 | David FarnorThe Holiday Calendar is a cute but forgettable rom-com that needs a touch more festive magic.Read More
VOD film review: Better Watch Out
November 10, 2018 | David FarnorThis relentlessly twisted Christmas horror is a darkly surprising ride.Read More
VOD film review: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
November 10, 2018 | David FarnorDespite flashes of brilliance and intriguing ideas, this uneven Jurassic world-building sequel can’t find a way.Read More