Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Instant Family
June 11, 2019 | Georgina SmithBursting with confidence and charm, this heartfelt tale of adoption is one of the standout comedies of 2019.Read More
VOD film review: Behind the Curve
June 11, 2019 | David FarnorEmpathetic, educational and hugely entertaining, this fascinating Flat-Earther doc is essential viewing for a post-truth age.Read More
Knock Down the House: An inspiring, electrifying watch
June 10, 2019 | David FarnorThis portrait of four women is trying to make a difference in politics is an inspiring, electrifying watch.Read More
VOD film review: Green Book
June 10, 2019 | David FarnorExcellent performances from Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali elevate an overly conventional script in this true story of an unlikely friendship.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Colette
June 9, 2019 | David FarnorKeira Knightley crackles in this witty period drama about a thoroughly modern writer.Read More
VOD film review: Halston
June 8, 2019 | David FarnorAn unnecessary framing device doesn’t get in the way of this compelling documentary about fashion, fame and finance.Read More
VOD film review: Big Daddy (1999)
June 7, 2019 | Mark HarrisonAdam Sandler’s ode to dads everywhere is likeable enough, if unfairly lop-sided.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Gloria Bell
June 7, 2019 | Matthew TurnerJulianne Moore’s performance justifies Sebastian Lelio’s US remake of his Chilean drama Gloria.
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VOD film review: A Vigilante
June 6, 2019 | David FarnorOlivia Wilde delivers a gruelling, gripping performance in this hard-hitting revenge thriller.Read More
VOD film review: The Kid Who Would Be King
June 6, 2019 | Mark HarrisonAn imaginative schoolyard fantasy destined to be a once and future cult classic.Read More