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.
VOD film review: War for the Planet of the Apes
December 30, 2017 | David FarnorA thrilling, tender, jaw-dropping conclusion to an accomplished sci-fi trilogy.Read More
Netflix UK TV review: Black Mirror Season 4, Episode 2 (ArkAngel) – spoilers
December 30, 2017 | David FarnorThis low-key mother-daughter drama is a complex, thoughtful meditation on the boundary between parental control and paranoia.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Baby Driver
December 30, 2017 | David FarnorEdgar Wright’s car chase musical is a thrillingly original ride.Read More
UK TV review: Ratburger
December 30, 2017 | David FarnorThis darkly funny adaptation of David Walliams’ novel is a treat for kids and parents to relish.Read More
Amazon UK TV review: The Grand Tour Season 2 Episode 4
December 29, 2017 | David FarnorThe Grand Tour’s biggest weakness to date has been its repeatedly forced and contrived nature, particularly when it comes to Clarkson, Hammond and May’s banter. It’s to the show’s credit, then, that they actually pay attention to such criticisms, and … Read More
Netflix UK TV review: Black Mirror Season 4, Episode 1 (USS Callister) – spoilers
December 29, 2017 | David FarnorThis witty Star Trek pastiche is a sharp, topical takedown of toxic masculinity, entitled fandom and abuse of power.Read More
UK TV review: Maigret in Montmartre
December 28, 2017 | David FarnorIt’s fourth time lucky for Maigret, as ITV’s stylish period detective drama finally hits its stride.Read More
VOD film review: Dunkirk
December 28, 2017 | David FarnorThis raw, stripped-down war film is a harrowing elegy to British lives lost – and a powerful portrayal of despair in the face of hope.Read More
VOD film review: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
December 28, 2017 | David FarnorA more thoughtful, moving sequel makes up for a lack of laughs and novelty in this fun space adventure.Read More
UK TV review: Victoria Christmas special (Comfort and Joy)
December 27, 2017 | David FarnorVictoria’s seasonal special is a charming reminder of where our Christmas traditions come from.Read More