Movies
Reviews of films available on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime and other video on-demand services.
Time Travel Thursday: Time Will Tell (2018)
August 5, 2021 | Matthew Turner
A troubled teen discovers that stressful situations cause time travelling sleeping fits in this low-budget drama.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Blood Red Sky
August 4, 2021 | David Farnor
This surprising airborne thriller is a gripping and unexpectedly moving ride.Read More
VOD film review: The Mummy Returns
August 2, 2021 | David Farnor
A strong cast and inventive spectacle make this follow-up to The Mummy an enjoyably energetic reunion.Read More
Romancing the Stone: An entertaining romantic adventure
August 1, 2021 | Ian Loring
Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas shine in this romantic adventure that has all the ingredients of a good time.Read More
Superhero Sundays: Son of Batman (2014)
August 1, 2021 | Matthew Turner
Batman discovers he has a son and trains him to be the new Robin in this animated adventure based on the New 52 continuity.
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VOD film review: Every Breath You Take
July 31, 2021 | David Farnor
This derivative, dated thriller is a disappointingly dull watch.Read More
VOD film review: The African Queen
July 31, 2021 | Bianca Garner
Romance, adventure, comedy and two iconic performances – this true classic has it all.
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VOD film review: The Most Beautiful Boy in the World
July 30, 2021 | Charlotte Harrison
This documentary about Björn Andrésen is a sad tale of fame and exploitation told with sympathy and empathy.Read More
VOD film review: Summer of Soul
July 30, 2021 | Matthew Turner
Questlove’s stunning documentary unearths spectacular concert footage from the near-forgotten 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival.Read More
VOD film review: Settlers
July 30, 2021 | Bianca Garner
This visually impressive slow-burn sci-fi never quite takes off. Read More
