Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Godmothered
December 12, 2020 | David Farnor
This amusing but uneven deconstruction of fairytale expectations will leave you entertained but not enchanted.Read More
VOD film review: Safe Spaces
December 12, 2020 | Matthew Turner
Justin Long excels as a New York college tutor beset with problems in this affecting comedy-drama.
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Wolfwalkers review: A magical wonder
December 11, 2020 | David Farnor
Cartoon Saloon’s beautiful environmental fable of friendship and understanding is a truly magical wonder.Read More
VOD film review: The Mole Agent
December 11, 2020 | David Farnor
An octogenarian becomes an unlikely spy in this hugely entertaining and moving documentary.Read More
VOD film review: Rom Boys: 40 Years of Rad
December 10, 2020 | Matthew Turner
The Rom Skatepark in Hornchurch provides the centre for this nostalgic look at 40 years of British skateboarding history.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Babyteeth
December 10, 2020 | David Farnor
Shannon Murphy’s brilliantly acted coming-of-age drama is a powerful, vibrant, bittersweet gem.Read More
VOD film review: Flint
December 8, 2020 | Matthew Turner
Scottish filmmaker Anthony Baxter explores the devastating impact of the Flint water crisis.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: King Cobra (1999)
December 7, 2020 | Matthew Turner
A giant snake puts the bite on a small town in this cheap and cheerful knock-off of Anaconda.Read More
Disney+ UK film review: Noelle
December 6, 2020 | David Farnor
Anna Kendrick’s charming performance makes this empowering Santa comedy likeable festive fun.Read More
VOD film review: Nimic
December 6, 2020 | Laurence Boyce
Yorgos Lanthimos’ timely short film is an absurd, unsettling ride.Read More
