VOD film review: The Amazing Spider-Man

A charismatic turn from Andrew Garfield gives this new version of Spider-Man heart as well as heroics.Read More

Netflix UK review: Archer: Vice (Season 5)

Drastically altering the formula of a popular television show that’s already had four great seasons feels like a fool’s errand. Not only is there the genuine argument that if it ain’t broke, you don’t fix it; there’s a very real … Read More

Netflix binge review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 (Episode 9, 10)

Relationships are important in Orange Is the New Black. Episode 9 of Season 2 tackles family – one of the show’s prominent themes – and Episode 10 deals with strangers, especially within the prison walls. ​ 40oz of Furlough takes … Read More

Netflix UK / Blu-ray film review: Stalingrad

Director: Fedor Bondarchuk Cast: Petr Fedorov, Dmitriy Lysenkov, Thomas Kretschmann, Yanina Studilina Certificate: 15 Watch Stalingrad online in the UK: Netflix UK / TalkTalk TV / Apple TV (iTunes) / Eircom / Virgin Movies / EE / TalkTalk

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Netflix binge-review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 7 and 8

Orange has always found a way to be witty, edgy and entertaining. Season 2 has been no exception, but has introduced an air of mystery and uncertainty to Litchfield. Where Season 1 had some fear for Piper’s wellbeing, Season 2 … Read More

Netflix TV review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2, Episode 6 (You Also Have a Pizza)

What is love? It’s Valentine’s Day and this is the question posed to the inhabitants of Litchfield prison in short cut-scenes throughout Episode 6. Sometimes humbling, sometimes poignant, sometimes hilarious; it’s an array of stylistic writing that shows awareness for … Read More

Netflix UK review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 5 (Low Self-Esteem City)

Episode 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

Stand-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)

Orange 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

Director: 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