Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers review: A funny, self-aware spoof
May 28, 2022 | Mark Harrison
This wonderfully silly meta-cartoon comeback lies somewhere between Jump Street and Zootropolis.Read More
The 90s On Netflix: The Swan Princess (1994)
May 27, 2022 | Mark Harrison
This off-Disney fantasy romance has the wind on its side, but rarely takes flight.Read More
Time Travel Thursday: Destination: Planet Negro! (2013)
May 26, 2022 | Matthew Turner
Three African-Americans from 1939 accidentally time travel to 2013 in this sci-fi comedy satire.Read More
VOD film review: Cop Secret
May 25, 2022 | Laurence Boyce
This warm-hearted cop spoof is an uneven but riotously entertaining ride.Read More
The Northman review: A stunning, savage saga
May 22, 2022 | David Farnor
Robert Eggers’ viking revenge thriller is a stunning, savage saga of hollow masculinity.Read More
The Innocents review: One of 2022’s best horror films
May 20, 2022 | Matthew Turner
This Norwegian chiller about three young children gaining special powers is one of the best horror films of 2022.Read More
Ali & Ava review: An understated delight
May 20, 2022 | David Farnor
Clio Barnard’s beautifully warm tale of acceptance and affection is an understated delight.Read More
Morbius review: A drab superhero flop
May 19, 2022 | Ian Loring
This aggressively drab superhero flick swiftly loses any promise it had.Read More
VOD film review: Marry Me
May 18, 2022 | Katherine McLaughlin
Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson are absolutely charming in this sweet, funny and catchy music rom-com.Read More
The Bright Side: Funny and thoughtful drama
May 16, 2022 | David Farnor
Gemma-Leah Devereux delivers a nuanced performance in this funny, thoughtful and moving drama about a stand-up comic with cancer.Read More
