Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: A Million Ways to Die in the West
October 11, 2014 | Philip W Bayles
Seth MacFarlane’s second feature is no Blazing Saddles.Read More
VOD film review: Yes Man
October 10, 2014 | David Farnor
Jim Carrey is on charming form in this formulaic but funny comedy.Read More
VOD film review: Fruitvale Station
October 9, 2014 | David Farnor
Ryan Coogler’s naturalistic retelling of real life events is powerful viewing, fuelled by a remarkable turn by Michael B Jordan.Read More
VOD film review: A Separation
October 9, 2014 | David Farnor
Director: Asghar Farhadi Cast: Leila Hatami, Peyman Moaddi Certificate: 15 Watch A Separation online in the UK: Apple TV (iTunes) / Amazon Instant Video
Back in 2012, A Separation became the first Iranian film to win the Oscar for Best … Read More
VOD film review: Mr. Peabody and Sherman
October 7, 2014 | Ian Loring
This enjoyable family animation never talks down to its audience.Read More
VOD film review: The Blind Side
October 7, 2014 | David Farnor
An excellent turn from Sandra Bullock can’t redeem this unsubtle drama based on a true story.Read More
VOD film review: Inception
October 7, 2014 | David Farnor
Christopher Nolan’s intelligent, absurd blockbuster is a heist that works on every level.Read More
VOD film review: Crazy Heart
October 6, 2014 | David Farnor
With a stellar soundtrack and sincere cast, Crazy Heart is a gentle and moving piece.Read More
VOD film review: Broken Embraces
October 6, 2014 | David Farnor
Penélope Cruz is excellent in Pedro Almodóvar’s slow-burning, sensual drama of memories and lost love.Read More
VOD film review: Oculus
October 6, 2014 | David Farnor
Director: Mike Flanagan Cast: Karen Gillan, Brenton Thwaites, Katee Sackhoff, Rory Cochrane Certificate: 15 Watch Oculus online in the UK: Amazon Prime / TalkTalk TV / Apple TV (iTunes) / Rakuten TV / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / Google Play
Oculus … Read More
