Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Love Lies Bleeding: Sweaty, gripping pulp fiction
January 18, 2025 | David FarnorKristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian are a striking pair in Rose Glass’ sweaty, gripping dose of pulp fiction.Read More
The Last Stop in Yuma County: A smart, tense western
January 17, 2025 | Anton BitelFrancis Galluppi’s smart, tense and stylish 70s Western shows America running on gas, gelt and the gun.Read More
Dahomey: Playful and profound
January 13, 2025 | Ivan RadfordThis playful, profound hybrid documentary is a fascinating and thoughtful exploration of art and repatriation.Read More
The Substance: Demi Moore is sensational
January 6, 2025 | David FarnorDemi Moore is sensational in this darkly satirical body horror about ageing, beauty and self-acceptance.Read More
Wicked: A soaring spectacle
January 5, 2025 | Ivan RadfordPacked with spectacle and heart, this bombastic adaptation of the hit stage musical is a soaring success.Read More
Conclave: A flawless, thought-provoking thriller
December 30, 2024 | VOD NewsThis cinematic, pulpy romp about the election of a new Pope is a flawless, riveting, thought-provoking thriller.Read More
Red One review: A box-ticking Christmas blockbuster
December 26, 2024 | David FarnorSome good ideas and a charming cast are wasted in this box-ticking festive blockbuster.Read More
Carry-On: A cracking Christmas thriller
December 23, 2024 | Ivan RadfordThis tense game of airport cat-and-mouse is a cracking Christmas thriller.Read More
That Christmas: A sweet family festive anthology
December 21, 2024 | David FarnorRichard Curtis’s warm-hearted seasonal animation is a festive treat for the whole family.Read More
Fly Me to the Moon review: A charming space race caper
December 12, 2024 | Ivan RadfordChanning Tatum and Scarlet Johansson bring charm to this entertaining space caper.Read More