Netflix UK
Reviews and recommendations of what’s good and new on Netflix UK – and what to avoid.
Netflix UK review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 5 (Low Self-Esteem City)
June 16, 2014 | Chris BryantEpisode 5 revolves around faith. Following the story of Gloria Mendoza (Selenis Leyva), it explores her relationship with faith as well as her status within the prison. A strong believer in the lighting of candles and the power of hope, … Read More
Netflix UK review: Eddie Murphy – Delirious
June 14, 2014 | James ButlinStand-up comedy is a difficult subject to criticise either positively or negatively. It’s based purely on taste and preference. It’s one person stood on a stage yelling thoughts and observations into the void. You have people who can be clever, … Read More
Netflix UK review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 4 (A Whole Other Hole)
June 13, 2014 | Chris BryantOrange Is the New Black is one of the rare and cherished television shows that has the ability to turn the tables on any character and surprise the adoring audience. When not dealing with the delicate specifics of female anatomy, … Read More
Netflix UK film review: This Is Not a Ball
June 13, 2014 | David FarnorDirector: Vik Muniz, Juan Rendon Cast: Vik Muniz
The World Cup kicked off last night – and with it comes This Is Not a Ball, a documentary that follows Vik Muniz’s attempt to build a gigantic piece of football art. … Read More
Netflix UK review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 3 (Hugs Can Be Deceiving)
June 10, 2014 | Chris BryantPhoto: Jessica Miglio for Netflix.
Episode 3. Piper’s triumphant return. Sort of. Taylor Schilling comes back from outbursts of fear and cockroach training in Chicago to resume Piper’s usual antics. Uncertain about Alex and still in Pennsatucky-induced limbo, Schilling has … Read More
VOD film review: RoboCop (2014)
June 9, 2014 | David FarnorThis underrated remake is a sleek, character-driven thriller that’s low on satire but high on heart.Read More
Netflix review: Orange Is The New Black Season 2, Episode 2 (Looks Blue, Tastes Red)
June 7, 2014 | Chris BryantPhoto: Jessica Miglio for Netflix
After the darkness and suspense of Episode 1, Episode 2 (Looks Blue, Tastes Red) transports the audience back to The Litch, where the beloved inmates are tackling the subject of employment. The natural bickering and … Read More
First look review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 (Episode 1)
June 5, 2014 | Laura HumphreysThis review contains mild spoilers for the end of Orange Is the New Black Season 1.
Season 2 of Orange Is the New Black definitely hits the ground running. Thirsty Bird opens on Piper in SHU, reminding us how she … Read More
Netflix UK film review: Men in Black 3
June 5, 2014 | Mark HarrisonDirector: Barry Sonnenfeld Cast: Will Smith, Tommy Lee Jones, Josh Brolin, Jemaine Clement Certificate: 12 Watch Men in Black 3 online in the UK: Netflix UK / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / Apple TV (iTunes) / TalkTalk TV / Google Play
VOD film review: Dallas Buyers Club
June 5, 2014 | Simon KinnearMatthew McConaughey is remarkable in this powerful, moving true life drama.Read More