Reviews
Reviews of movies and TV shows available to watch online on Netflix UK, Amazon Prime Instant Video, NOW TV, BBC iPlayer, iTunes, BFI Player and more.
Tinsel Town: A sweet celebration of the magic of theatre
December 27, 2025 | David Farnor
A game cast and a sincere love of theatre gives this familiar festive comedy an earnest charm.Read More
Finding Father Christmas: Understated, unconventional, delightful
December 26, 2025 | David Farnor
Part conspiracy adventure, part science lesson, this unconventional and understated Christmas comedy is an absolute delight.Read More
Champagne Problems: An unexpectedly charming tipple
December 24, 2025 | Ivan Radford
A surprisingly sharp script makes this by-the-numbers festive rom-com go down with a charming sparkle.Read More
Why you should catch up with The Night Manager
December 21, 2025 | David Farnor
Susanne Brier’s nail-biting adaptation of John le Carré’s thriller feels like it was written yesterday.Read More
Fallout review: A strange, surprising hoot
December 14, 2025 | David Farnor
A darkly funny, action-packed, post-apocalyptic satire, this energetic video game adaptation is a strange, surprising hoot.Read More
Jay Kelly: Charmingly old-fashioned
December 13, 2025 | David Farnor
A disarmingly vulnerable cast make Noah Baumbach’s conventional love letter to Hollywood a charming slice of old-fashioned class.Read More
Wake Up Dead Man: A surprising, thoughtful watch
December 13, 2025 | David Farnor
A surprisingly serious exploration of faith, guilt and grace, this funny yet thoughtful trilogy finale is the best Knives Out film yet.Read More
F1: The Movie: Pure, entertaining Dad Cinema
December 12, 2025 | Ivan Radford
This unsurprising but undeniably polished F1-endorsed blockbuster is gripping Dad Cinema at its most entertaining.Read More
Why you should catch up with Percy Jackson and the Olympians
December 7, 2025 | David Farnor
A winning cast and confident pacing make this fun fantasy adaptation ideal family viewing.Read More
Why you should be watching Daddy Issues
November 30, 2025 | Ivan Radford
Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey are a charming double-act in this sweet, warm, hopeful comedy.Read More
