Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Artemis Fowl review: Disappointment for the whole family
June 11, 2020 | David Farnor
This misjudged, dull and unmemorable adaptation of Eoin Colfer’s delightful novels is a total fowl-up.Read More
The King of Staten Island review: Funny, dark, heartfelt – and too long
June 11, 2020 | Mark Harrison
Pete Davidson’s semi-biographical exploration of grief is diluted by over-indulgence.Read More
VOD film review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
June 7, 2020 | David Farnor
Despite strong performances and vivid visuals, this uneven sequel fails to enchant.Read More
VOD film review: Guest of Honour
June 6, 2020 | David Farnor
A superb performance by David Thewlis can’t quite redeem this uneven drama from Atom Egoyan.Read More
The Shining review: A labyrinthine masterpiece
June 3, 2020 | David Farnor
Stanley Kubrick’s genuinely creepy Stephen King adaptation is a labyrinthine masterpiece. Read More
VOD film review: Cats (2019)
June 3, 2020 | David Farnor
This stunningly misjudged adaptation of the hit musical is a folly too grandiose to land on its feet.Read More
VOD film review: The Addams Family (2019)
June 2, 2020 | David Farnor
This well-cast animated update of The Addams Family is neither mysterious or spooky.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: Gorgo (1961)
June 1, 2020 | Matthew Turner
A Godzilla-like creature stomps all over 1960s London in this enjoyable British creature feature.Read More
Parasite review: A thrilling tale of class division
June 1, 2020 | Anton Bitel
Bong Joon-ho’s thrilling tale of families divided by class is impeccably mounted, deftly switching from one genre to another.Read More
Superhero Sundays: Iron Man and Captain America: Heroes United
May 31, 2020 | Matthew Turner
Iron Man and Captain America take on Taskmaster and the Red Skull in this animated Marvel adventure.Read More
