Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Carry-On: A cracking Christmas thriller
December 23, 2024 | Ivan RadfordThis tense game of airport cat-and-mouse is a cracking Christmas thriller.Read More
That Christmas: A sweet family festive anthology
December 21, 2024 | David FarnorRichard Curtis’s warm-hearted seasonal animation is a festive treat for the whole family.Read More
Fly Me to the Moon review: A charming space race caper
December 12, 2024 | Ivan RadfordChanning Tatum and Scarlet Johansson bring charm to this entertaining space caper.Read More
Merchant Ivory review: One of 2024’s best documentaries
December 11, 2024 | Matthew TurnerA fascinating and insightful exploration of the films, careers and relationship dynamics behind Merchant Ivory.Read More
Joy review: A charming tale of hope
November 23, 2024 | David FarnorA charming cast stop this moving tale of the birth of IVF from feeling too clinical.Read More
The Wild Robot review: Gorgeous and profound
November 23, 2024 | David FarnorThis vivid animated tale about a robot learning to raise an animal is a gorgeous and profound tale of kindness and connection.Read More
Music by John Williams: A treat for soundtrack nerds
November 17, 2024 | Ivan RadfordDirector: Laurent Bouzereau Cast: John Williams, Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Chris Martin Certificate: 12
Baaaa dum. Baaaa dum. The opening to the Jaws theme is as instantly recognisable as the man who wrote it: John Williams. Perhaps the most iconic … Read More
Kneecap: A thrilling celebration of language and identity
November 16, 2024 | David FarnorThis fictionalised biopic of Belfast rappers Kneecap is a thrilling, energetic celebration of language, identity and expression.Read More
VOD film review: Joker: Folie à Deux
November 10, 2024 | David FarnorJoaquin Phoenix steps back into the shoes of his unnerving, tragic Joker for this bold, music-filled sequel.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: Woman of the Hour
November 5, 2024 | Helen ArcherAnna Kendrick’s accomplished, tense and thoughtful directorial debut prioritises the female gaze throughout.Read More