Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Netflix UK film review: ARQ
September 19, 2016 | David FarnorDirector: Tony Elliott Cast: Robbie Amell, Rachael Taylor Watch ARQ online in the UK: Netflix
The good news? You’ve invented a machine that produces infinite free energy. The bad news? Some people want to get hold of it. People with … Read More
VOD film review: Author: The JT LeRoy Story
September 19, 2016 | David FarnorThis strange-but-true story of a literary hoax is fascinating to watch.Read More
Netflix UK film review: I Saw the Light
September 18, 2016 | David FarnorTom Hiddleston shines in this formulaic biopic of Hank Williams.Read More
VOD film review: The Neighbour
September 17, 2016 | David FarnorA visceral, scuzzy thriller.Read More
Netflix UK film review: The Clan
September 16, 2016 | Simon KinnearA stark, sober gangster drama shot through with a choking, claustrophobic sense of horror.Read More
Netflix UK short film review: Extremis and The White Helmets
September 16, 2016 | David Farnor“To save a life is to save all of humanity.” That’s the simple principle by which The White Helmets live their lives. There’s a lot to say for simplicity. Sometimes, the most concise way of saying something is the most … Read More
VOD film review: Our Kind of Traitor
September 15, 2016 | David FarnorThis efficient John le Carré thriller races along with just enough class to keep you hooked.Read More
VOD film review: Flushed Away
September 15, 2016 | David FarnorAardman and DreamWorks team up for this likeable outing.Read More
VOD film review: A Most Wanted Man
September 13, 2016 | David FarnorPhilip Seymour Hoffman is superbly understated in this riveting, slow-burn spy thriller. Read More
VOD film review: Captain America: Civil War
September 11, 2016 | David FarnorThis deftly balanced blockbuster embraces the weight of moral consequences with the lightness of popcorn.Read More















