Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
December 28, 2017 | David FarnorA more thoughtful, moving sequel makes up for a lack of laughs and novelty in this fun space adventure.Read More
VOD film review: Logan Lucky
December 26, 2017 | David FarnorSteven Soderbergh’s heist with a heart is easy-going, infectious fun.Read More
12 Days of Netflix: Holiday Joy
December 24, 2017 | David FarnorThis well performed teen Christmas flick is sadly lacking in substance.Read More
12 Days of Netflix: Miss Me This Christmas
December 23, 2017 | Ian WintertonThis dire romance is truly dreadful.Read More
12 Days of Netflix: Santa’s Apprentice
December 22, 2017 | David FarnorImaginative ideas, cute visuals and genuine Christmas magic make this animation charmingly festive viewing.Read More
VOD film review: Princess Cyd
December 22, 2017 | David FarnorThis low-key coming-of-age drama is a gorgeous, generous showcase for two contrasting, complex women.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Bright
December 21, 2017 | David FarnorNetflix’s uneven first blockbuster is entertaining and original, but a missed opportunity.Read More
VOD film review: Christmas Inheritance
December 21, 2017 | David FarnorThis contrived seasonal rom-com feels slightly too forced for festive fun.Read More
VOD film review: Brighton Rock (2010)
December 21, 2017 | David FarnorBrighton Rock is stylish and well shot, but this remake is almost as pointless as Pearl Harbor.Read More
VOD film review: A Christmas Horror Story
December 20, 2017 | Mike WilliamsEvil children, haunted houses and a blood-thirsty Krampus collide in this enjoyably familiar anthology of festive frights.Read More