Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Risk
July 4, 2017 | David Farnor
This revealing portrait of the Wikileaks founder is a compelling study of seeping compromise.Read More
Short film review: Fish Story
July 2, 2017 | David Farnor
This quest to find the truth behind a tall tail is a short slice of hugely charming silliness.Read More
Netflix UK film review: The Circle
July 1, 2017 | Matthew Turner
James Ponsoldt’s adaptation of Dave Eggers’ best-seller is patchy and ultimately unsatisfying.Read More
VOD film review: Julia’s Eyes
July 1, 2017 | David Farnor
Superb visuals and a strong cast keep you staring at Julia’s Eyes, even when you want to look away.
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VOD film review: The Accountant
June 30, 2017 | David Farnor
This B-movie thriller’s heart may be in the right place, but The Accountant doesn’t quite add up.Read More
VOD film review: A Man Called Ove
June 30, 2017 | David Farnor
This tale of a grumpy old man who learns to be nice is sweet, but overly familiar.Read More
VOD film review: Hunger
June 30, 2017 | David Farnor
Michael Fassbender delivers an unflinching performance in Steve McQueen’s powerful drama about a hunger strike in a Northern Irish prison.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Nobody Speak: Trials of a Free Press
June 28, 2017 | David Farnor
A juicy scandal paves way for a pressing reminder of the importance of independent journalism in this timely documentary.Read More
VOD film review: The Autopsy of Jane Doe
June 26, 2017 | David Farnor
This stripped-down scare ride is genuinely terrifying cinema.Read More
VOD film review: Anthropoid
June 25, 2017 | Chris Bryant
A driven and subtle story of striking heroism.Read More
