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: Mothering Sunday
December 27, 2021 | Matthew Turner
Odessa Young and Josh O’Connor play young lovers in this frustrating, uneven Downton-esque period drama.Read More
UK TV review: Around the World in 80 Days
December 26, 2021 | David Farnor
David Tennant is on charismatic form in this sparky, globe-trotting romp. Read More
UK TV review: A Very British Scandal
December 26, 2021 | David Farnor
Claire Foy and Paul Bettany are electric in this stylish, timely period drama.Read More
UK TV review: Superworm
December 25, 2021 | David Farnor
This heartfelt, timely ode to teamwork and friendship is a charming addition to the Donaldson/Scheffler animated universe.Read More
UK TV review: A Ghost Story for Christmas: The Mezzotint
December 24, 2021 | David Farnor
This short, scary MR James tale is chillingly simple and simply chilling.Read More
VOD film review: Tokyo Godfathers
December 24, 2021 | Ian Loring
Satoshi Kon’s Christmas-set animation perfectly captures the bitter and sweet of the season.Read More
UK TV review: The Amazing Mr Blunden
December 24, 2021 | David Farnor
Mark Gatiss’ dark family adventure is a fantastical yarn with old-fashioned heart.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Love Hard
December 24, 2021 | David Farnor
A charming cast and smart script make this Catfishing Christmas comedy an enjoyable watch.Read More
Netflix UK film review: The Princess Switch 3: Romancing the Star
December 24, 2021 | David Farnor
Vanessa Hudgens is having a ball in this unexpected, entertaining holiday heist.Read More
VOD film review: Encanto
December 24, 2021 | Katherine McLaughlin
Stephanie Beatriz is charming in this vibrant, feel-good tale of compassion and curiosity.Read More
