Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Big Bad Wolves
April 29, 2014 | David FarnorThis provocative, gripping and darkly funny thriller blows and blows until your nerves fall down.Read More
VOD film review: All Is Lost
April 28, 2014 | David FarnorUnfolding in near silence, this powerful study of powerhouse resilience is a moving, riveting, ruthless watch.Read More
VOD film review: Exhibition
April 26, 2014 | Ian LoringJoanna Hogg’s tale of middle-class ennui is a strong entry from a wholly distinctive filmmaker.Read More
VOD film review: Chronicle
April 26, 2014 | David FarnorThis dark, surprising and ambitious found footage flick is an innovative take on superhero origin stories.Read More
VOD film review: Magic Magic
April 25, 2014 | David FarnorMichael Cera and Sebastián Silva team up for this uneasy trip into creepy territory.Read More
VOD film review: After the Night
April 25, 2014 | David FarnorDirector: Basil da Cunha Cast: Pedro Ferreira Certificate: 15 Watch After the Night online in the UK: Curzon Home Cinema
“Go out during the day! Even just for a while. Among all those who’ve given up, you’re just another face.”
Straight to VOD Thursday: In Your Eyes film review
April 24, 2014 | Mark HarrisonDirector: Joss Whedon Cast: Zoe Kazan Certificate: PG Watch In Your Eyes online in the UK: Netflix UK / Vimeo
From direct-to-iTunes indies to bargain bucket sequels, we look at films only available on VOD in the UK. This week, … Read More
Netflix UK film review: Wild Bill
April 23, 2014 | David FarnorDexter Fletcher’s East London Western is a mature, moving and superbly performed gem.Read More
VOD film review: The Island President
April 22, 2014 | David FarnorThis urgent documentary brings home the high personal stakes of failing to tackle climate change.Read More
VOD film review: Moon Man
April 22, 2014 | David FarnorThe sedate, surreal adaptation of Tomi Ungerer’s picture book is a gently dazzling watch.
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