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.
Spectre film review: A backwards step
September 29, 2021 | David Farnor
This misjudged mix of past and present attempts to reboot the Bond franchise’s own reboot.Read More
VOD film review: Anne at 13,000 Feet
September 29, 2021 | Bianca Garner
This superbly performed character study is a complex and honest exploration of mental health.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: A Killing in Tiger Bay
September 28, 2021 | Helen Archer
This anger-inducing account of systemic racism in the UK’s criminal justice system is a tough but necessary watch.Read More
Skyfall review: A Bond movie about Bond
September 28, 2021 | David Farnor
This stylish spy thriller takes Bond into a world of silhouettes and personal shadows.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: Prey (2016)
September 27, 2021 | Matthew Turner
An escaped lion chomps its way through Amsterdam in this highly enjoyable creature feature.Read More
Quantum of Solace: A bold missed opportunity
September 27, 2021 | David Farnor
Some of Bond’s boldest and darkest ideas are lost in the chaos of this uneven sequel.Read More
VOD film review: Supernova
September 27, 2021 | David Farnor
Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci are heartbreakingly good in this tender, moving drama.Read More
VOD film review: Another Round
September 27, 2021 | Cathy Brennan
Mads Mikkelsen shines in this darkly funny exploration of drinking culture and the forces that drive it.Read More
VOD film review: Hail to the Deadites
September 27, 2021 | Anton Bitel
Steve Villeneuve’s reflexive documentary on Evil Dead fandom at times feels too close to its subjects.Read More
Casino Royale review: Bond begins
September 26, 2021 | Ivan Radford
Daniel Craig’s thrillingly modern 007 debut is a seriously cool reboot.Read More
