Reviews
Reviews of movies and TV shows available to watch online on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime Instant Video, NOW TV, BBC iPlayer, iTunes, BFI Player and more.
Catch up TV reviews: Ackley Bridge, Bride & Prejudice, The Crystal Maze
June 10, 2018 | David FarnorWhat’s available on-demand on Freeview? Keep up-to-date with our weekly catch-up TV column, including reviews of shows on ITV Hub, new releases on All 4 and a guide to My5.
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Why Flowers should be your next box set
June 10, 2018 | David FarnorDark, funny, brave and profound, Flowers is a truly unique piece of depressingly funny TV.Read More
Sense8’s finale: A dazzling farewell to a masterpiece
June 9, 2018 | Chris BryantA fitting end for Netflix’s empathy-fuelled sci-fi masterpiece.Read More
Shudder UK film review: It Stains The Sands Red
June 9, 2018 | Anton BitelColin Minihan’s desert-set zombie survival flick plays out as odd-couple romance.Read More
VOD film review: The Boy Downstairs
June 9, 2018 | David FarnorGirls’ Zosia Mamet shines in the lead role of this low-key romantic comedy.Read More
Shudder UK film review: Mirror Mirror (1990)
June 8, 2018 | Anton BitelPutting the entity in adolescent identity, arina Sargenti’s horror film holds a postmodern mirror to teen empowerment, narcissism and sociopathy.Read More
The Staircase: A gripping, heart-wrenching must-see
June 8, 2018 | David FarnorNetflix’s true crime documentary is gripping, heart-wrenching television. Clear your schedule for the next 13 hours – you’re gonna need them.Read More
VOD film review: Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami
June 8, 2018 | Matthew TurnerSophie Fiennes’ portrait of a pop culture icon captures her extraordinary spirit.Read More
VOD film review: Away We Go
June 8, 2018 | David FarnorShort, sweet and superbly sincere, Away We Go is a big affectionate hug of a film.Read More
Why you should be watching Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger
June 8, 2018 | Laurence BoyceThis intriguing blend of teen drama and superhero genre is a unique addition to the Marvel Universe.Read More