Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Apollo 13 (1995)
March 8, 2019 | Mark HarrisonUnderstatement works in favour of Ron Howard’s groundbreaking space drama.Read More
VOD film review: Charade
March 3, 2019 | David FarnorCary Grant and Audrey Hepburn make for an iconic duo in Stanley Donen’s hugely entertaining spy romance caper.Read More
VOD film review: Leave No Trace
March 3, 2019 | David FarnorTwo superb performances power this moving, thoughtful study of home, family and identity.Read More
VOD film review: Singin’ in the Rain
March 2, 2019 | David FarnorA radiant cast, impeccable choreography and catchy songs make this one of the most feel-good movies of all time.Read More
VOD film review: Of Love & Law
March 2, 2019 | Matthew TurnerThe couple behind Japan’s first openly gay law firm form the basis of this fascinating documentary.Read More
VOD film review: Serenity (2019)
March 1, 2019 | Matthew TurnerMatthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway are all at sea in this laughable murder thriller.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Swimming with Men
February 28, 2019 | David FarnorThis unassuming British comedy about regaining one’s self-respect is a sweet, gently charming ensemble piece.Read More
VOD film review: The American Friend
February 27, 2019 | David FarnorBruno Ganz is the real star of the show in this stylish adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s Ripley novel.Read More
VOD film review: A Simple Favour
February 26, 2019 | David FarnorBlake Lively and Anna Kendrick shine in this fun but uneven noir thriller.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Paddleton
February 24, 2019 | David FarnorMark Duplass and Ray Romano star in this gentle, moving tale of friendship and loss – sometimes, a little too gentle.Read More