Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Time Travel Thursdays: Mirage (2018)
September 26, 2019 | Matthew TurnerA space-time continuum glitch allows a woman to save a boy’s life in this powerfully emotional Spanish mystery thriller.Read More
VOD film review: Seahorse: The Dad Who Gave Birth
September 25, 2019 | David FarnorThis moving, intimate documentary about one transgender man’s efforts to have a baby is heart-wrenching and heartwarming.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Thunder Road (2018)
September 25, 2019 | Mark HarrisonHeart-wrenching, hilarious and brilliantly performed, Jim Cummings’ stunning debut will stay with you.Read More
VOD film review: Aladdin (2019)
September 24, 2019 | Mark HarrisonHardly a whole new world, but an undeniably charming parallel universe to a Disney classic.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Between Two Ferns: The Movie
September 22, 2019 | Andrew JonesThis uneven extension of Zach Galifianakis’ interview show is a disappointing string of punchlines without the set-up.
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VOD film review: John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
September 19, 2019 | David FarnorKeanu Reeves is on killer form in this bloated action sequel, which avoids deja vu by dialling up the stylish mayhem.Read More
VOD film review: Beats
September 17, 2019 | Luke ChannellA surprisingly poignant, brilliantly acted coming-of-ager.Read More
VOD film review: Double Date
September 16, 2019 | Mike WilliamsThis highly enjoyable horror about two murderous sisters offers something a little sweeter than your average slasher.Read More
MUBI UK film review: Araby
September 15, 2019 | David FarnorThis documentary-like journey through one working man’s life is a sad, poetic, enchanting ride.Read More
VOD film review: Tolkien
September 15, 2019 | Josh Slater-WilliamsThe charms of Nicholas Hoult as Tolkien cannot save this all too expected journey.Read More