Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Time Travel Thursday: Excursion (2019)
February 4, 2021 | Matthew Turner
A former Communist is confronted by his younger self in this watchable time travel thriller that makes a virtue of its low budget.Read More
Apple TV film review: Palmer
February 3, 2021 | David Farnor
Justin Timberlake delivers a charismatic performance in this moving tale of redemption and identity.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: Swarmed (2005)
February 1, 2021 | Matthew Turner
A swarm of genetically mutated wasps attack a small town in this made-for-TV creature feature.Read More
VOD film review: Kajillionaire
February 1, 2021 | Matthew Turner
A family of grifters is upended by a new recruit in Miranda July’s delightfully offbeat crime comedy.Read More
VOD film review: Bloody Nose, Empty Pockets
January 31, 2021 | David Farnor
This barfly-on-the-wall portrait of a Las Vegas boozer is an entertainingly sozzled treat.Read More
VOD film review: Assassins
January 31, 2021 | David Farnor
This slick investigation into the murder of Kim Jong-nam is a gripping, fascinating watch.Read More
Superhero Sundays: Superman/Batman: Apocalypse (2010)
January 31, 2021 | Matthew Turner
Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman team up to rescue Supergirl from the clutches of Darkseid in this action-packed animated adventure.Read More
The Dig review: A handsome, deeply moving drama
January 31, 2021 | David Farnor
Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan are wonderful in this handsomely moving drama about the way the past lives on in the present.Read More
VOD film review: The Capote Tapes
January 30, 2021 | David Farnor
This compelling, intriguing documentary is a well-crafted snapshot of the bittersweet end to Truman Capote’s life and career.Read More
VOD film review: Bill & Ted Face the Music
January 30, 2021 | Mark Harrison
Bill and Ted’s third-best adventure is still funnier and fresher than we ever dreamed.Read More
