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: The Storms of Jeremy Thomas
December 10, 2021 | David Farnor
This inspiring, entertaining celebration of the iconic British producer is a treat for film lovers.Read More
VOD film review: The First Wave
December 9, 2021 | David Farnor
Matthew Heineman’s powerful documentary about the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic is a moving testament to resilience and humanity.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: The Hunt for Bible John
December 7, 2021 | Helen Archer
The myth and fear surrounding the mysterious serial killer Bible John fuel this elegy to Glasgow and to its inhabitants.Read More
UK TV review: Star Trek: Discovery: Season 4, Episode 3
December 6, 2021 | Ian Winterton
An enjoyable romp, featuring a great turn from Mary Wiseman as Tilly.Read More
VOD film review: Red Snow
December 6, 2021 | Anton Bitel
Sean Nichols Lynch’s Christmas-set comedy horror has a blocked writer of romantic vampire novels visited by the real thing in her Tahoe cabin.Read More
Why McCartney 3,2,1 should be your next box set
December 5, 2021 | David Farnor
This fascinating string of interviews with Paul McCartney is an accessible, insightful watch.Read More
VOD film review: The Advent Calendar (2021)
December 5, 2021 | David Farnor
This Christmas chiller ratchets up the tension with clockwork precision.Read More
UK TV review: Star Trek: Discovery: Season 4, Episode 2
December 5, 2021 | Ian Winterton
Gravitational wave-surfing makes for an enjoyable but silly episode.Read More
UK TV review: Star Trek: Discovery: Season 4, Episode 1
December 4, 2021 | Ian Winterton
Season 4’s solid opener gives us a first look at Captain Michael Burnham.Read More
VOD film review: Azor
December 4, 2021 | David Farnor
This calm, sinister conspiracy thriller is a confident calling card for first-time director Andreas Fontana.Read More
