Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Natural Light
November 12, 2021 | Cathy Brennan
Dénes Nagy’s understated, atmospheric war drama yields some remarkable moments but feels hollow by the end.Read More
Red Notice: A shallow, entertaining caper
November 12, 2021 | David Farnor
With a starry cast and slick set pieces, this entertaining action comedy is all surface and no stakes.Read More
VOD film review: Believer (2018)
November 9, 2021 | David Farnor
This slick South Korean remake of Johnnie To’s Drug War is a smart, surprising thriller.Read More
Raindance 2021 film review: The Revolution Generation
November 9, 2021 | David Farnor
This documentary about Millennials is an uplifting, inspiring watch.Read More
Raindance 2021 film review: My Heart Goes Boom! (Explota Explota)
November 8, 2021 | David Farnor
This jukebox musical based around the songs of Raffaella Carrà is an irresistible, feel-good delight.Read More
VOD film review: Rose Plays Julie
November 8, 2021 | David Farnor
Ann Skelly and Aidan Gillen are brilliant in this tense, unsettling psychological drama.Read More
VOD film review: Deerskin
November 7, 2021 | David Farnor
Jean Dujardin is a natural fit for this darkly offbeat number from Quentin Dupieux.Read More
Raindance 2021 film review: Helmut Lachenmann: My Way
November 6, 2021 | David Farnor
This insightful, entertaining, absorbing documentary is a beautiful introduction to the strange genius of Helmut Lachenmann.Read More
VOD film review: The Shooting (1966)
November 6, 2021 | David Farnor
This striking, atmospheric acid Western starring a young Jack Nicholson still feels bracingly modern.Read More
VOD film review: Men Who Sing
November 6, 2021 | David Farnor
This sweet, moving portrait of a Welsh men’s choir is a thoughtful study of loneliness and a warm celebration of camaraderie.Read More
