Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
The Northman review: A stunning, savage saga
May 22, 2022 | Ivan Radford
Robert Eggers’ viking revenge thriller is a stunning, savage saga of hollow masculinity.Read More
The Innocents review: One of 2022’s best horror films
May 20, 2022 | Matthew Turner
This Norwegian chiller about three young children gaining special powers is one of the best horror films of 2022.Read More
Ali & Ava review: An understated delight
May 20, 2022 | Ivan Radford
Clio Barnard’s beautifully warm tale of acceptance and affection is an understated delight.Read More
Morbius review: A drab superhero flop
May 19, 2022 | Ian Loring
This aggressively drab superhero flick swiftly loses any promise it had.Read More
VOD film review: Marry Me
May 18, 2022 | Katherine McLaughlin
Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson are absolutely charming in this sweet, funny and catchy music rom-com.Read More
The Bright Side: Funny and thoughtful drama
May 16, 2022 | Ivan Radford
Gemma-Leah Devereux delivers a nuanced performance in this funny, thoughtful and moving drama about a stand-up comic with cancer.Read More
VOD film review: The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain
May 15, 2022 | Ivan Radford
Frankie Faison is remarkable in this powerful retelling of a tragic, avoidable death.Read More
The Quiet Girl review: A quietly moving triumph
May 13, 2022 | Cathy Brennan
This understated coming-of-age drama is a quietly moving triumph.Read More
The Worst Person in the World review: An instant classic
May 13, 2022 | Daniel Broadley
Joachim Trier subverts the well-worn conventions of the romantic drama to create something truly special.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King
May 10, 2022 | Helen Archer
Netflix’s summer of scam continues apace with Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King. British director Luke Sewell’s first feature documentary looks at the life and death of Canadian Gerry Cotten, founder of the exchange platform Quadriga CX, … Read More
