Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: The Mitchells vs the Machines
May 1, 2021 | David Farnor
This robo-dystopian-road-trip-comedy is a relentlessly funny and endlessly inventive ride for the whole family.Read More
VOD film review: I Blame Society
May 1, 2021 | Leslie Byron Pitt
This darkly satirical mockumentary about the film industry is unapologetically its own thing.Read More
VOD film review: Without Remorse
April 30, 2021 | David Farnor
Michael B Jordan is on charismatic form in this grounded, understated Tom Clancy adaptation.Read More
VOD film review: Truman & Tennessee: An Intimate Conversation
April 30, 2021 | Matthew Turner
This insightful, entertaining documentary is a revealing look at the friendship and rivalry between two great authors.Read More
VOD film review: Throne of Blood
April 25, 2021 | David Farnor
Kurosawa’s jaw-dropping take on Macbeth is one of cinema’s best Shakespeare adaptations.Read More
VOD film review: Better Days
April 24, 2021 | David Farnor
This noir-tinged tale of school bullying is a moving, superbly performed drama.Read More
VOD film review: Macbeth (2010)
April 24, 2021 | David Farnor
Patrick Stewart is superb in this moving, chilling tale of a man losing his head tinged with nihilistic despair.Read More
VOD film review: Pinocchio (2019)
April 24, 2021 | David Farnor
Matteo Garrone’s darkly faithful take on this family fable finds adult lessons in its childlike wonder.Read More
VOD film review: Spring Blossom
April 24, 2021 | Matthew Turner
21-year-old Suzanne Lindon makes an accomplished debut as the writer-director-star of this romantic first crush drama.Read More
Sisters with Transistors: A fascinating, riveting documentary
April 23, 2021 | Matthew Turner
Lisa Rovner’s fascinating, passionate and riveting documentary shines a light on the unsung female pioneers of electronic music.Read More
