Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
VOD film review: Fright Night
March 23, 2014 | David Farnor
Someone needs to bite a chunk out of its runtime, but Fright Night is more than alright – mostly fangs to Colin Farrell.Read More
VOD film review: The Descendants
March 23, 2014 | David Farnor
A brilliantly downbeat turn from George Clooney grounds this bittersweet but predictable comedy-drama.Read More
VOD film review: G.B.F.
March 22, 2014 | David Farnor
This playful comedy trades exclusively in stereotypes – mostly in a good way.Read More
VOD film review: Svengali
March 21, 2014 | David Farnor
Director: John Hardwick Cast: Jonny Owen, Martin Freeman, Michael Socha, Matt Berry Vicky McClure Certificate: 15 Watch Svengali online in the UK: Amazon Prime / Apple TV (iTunes) / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / TalkTalk TV / Google Play
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VOD film review: Hancock
March 20, 2014 | David Farnor
Will Smith is excellent in this uneven superhero comedy.Read More
VOD film review: The Machine
March 19, 2014 | David Farnor
An electric indie sci-fi that doesn’t let its low budget stop it tackling big ideas.Read More
VOD film review: The Bling Ring
March 19, 2014 | Ruby
Sofia Coppola’s social critique of celebrity wannabe teens in Hollywood is ironically flashy and fleeting.Read More
VOD film review: Queen of Versailles
March 18, 2014 | David Farnor
This superb documentary skewers the fragile nature of consumerism and capitalism.Read More
VOD film review: Avengers Assemble
March 17, 2014 | David Farnor
Joss Whedon assembles the heck out of Marvel’s superheroes with this jaw-dropping blockbuster.Read More
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire: Intelligent and timely
March 17, 2014 | Chris Bryant
This fiery sequel is an intelligent, timely spectacle.Read More
