UK TV review: The People v. O.J. Simpson (American Crime Story)

Who knew what to expect when it was first announced that Ryan Murphy, best known for his trashy yet wildly entertaining programmes, Nip/Tuck, Glee, and American Horror Story, was going to produce a show based on the 1995 trial of … Read More

VOD film review: Ant-Man

A funny but underwhelming entry marks an insect-sized step forward for the Marvel canon.Read More

One Year on: The prophetic failure of Josh Trank’s underrated Fantastic Four

One year ago today, Josh Trank’s Fantastic Four was released in UK cinemas. As you are no doubt already aware, it didn’t go down well. But in hindsight, there’s much to appreciate in this underrated reboot, whether intentional or not.

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VOD film review: Zootropolis

Zootropolis is Disney’s funniest film in years and essential viewing for all ages.Read More

Why you should be watching Gilmore Girls

Before the Gilmore Girls reunion airs, it’s time to acquaint – or reacquaint – yourself with the denizens of Stars Hollow. For the newbies, the programme follows single mother Lorelei (Lauren Graham), her brainy, high-achieving daughter, Rory (Alexis Bledel), and … Read More

VOD film review: Deadpool

If you can accept Deadpool as the non-radical romp it is, there’s lot of puerile fun to be had.Read More

VOD film review: The Big Short

The Big Short is a patronising, awkward and uneven comedy about the financial crisis. And, against all the odds, that’s a good thing.Read More

VOD film review: Joy

Jennifer Lawrence and David O. Russell reunite for this underwhelming fact-based drama.Read More

VOD film review: Iron Man 2

Marvel’s follow-up to one of its most fun outings swaps light-hearted entertainment for leaden exposition.Read More

VOD film review: Star Wars: The Force Awakens

A perfect balance of self-awareness and self-reverence ranks this Star Wars sequel right alongside the original trilogy.Read More