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.
VOD film review: Ailey
January 7, 2022 | David Farnor
This reflective documentary about the late choreographer Alvin Ailey is a moving tribute to his legacy.Read More
The 90s on Netflix: Rush Hour (1998)
January 7, 2022 | Mark Harrison
Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker’s double-act help this formulaic action-comedy to punch well above its weight.Read More
Boiling Point review: Thrillingly tense
January 7, 2022 | Anton Bitel
Philip Barantini’s single-take kitchen sink drama is a real-time tour de force of heated tension.
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VOD film review: The Spectacular Now
January 7, 2022 | David Farnor
Miles Teller and Shailene Woodley are superb in this endearingly honest teen movie.Read More
UK TV review: Star Trek: Discovery: Season 4, Episode 7
January 5, 2022 | Ian Winterton
Discovery Season 4 gets its mojo back with a great episode – and an even better cliffhanger.Read More
Why Netflix’s Maid should be your next box set
January 3, 2022 | David Farnor
This hugely moving drama about a single mum trying to restart her life is pure catharsis.Read More
UK TV review: Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Special: Return to Hogwarts
January 3, 2022 | David Farnor
This entertaining, insightful reunion special is more than a mere nostalgia trip.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: Gamera: Revenge of Iris (1999)
January 3, 2022 | Matthew Turner
Fun monster action and impressive creature effects make this a satisfying finale to the 90s Gamera trilogy.Read More
UK TV review: Worzel Gummidge (Season 1 and 2)
January 3, 2022 | David Farnor
Mackenzie Crook is magnificent in this charmingly old-fashioned family adventure bursting with heart and humour.Read More
UK TV review: Doctor Who: Eve of the Daleks
January 2, 2022 | Mark Harrison
The best of Doctor Who’s New Year Dalek specials toys with time-loops but reins its story in.
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