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.
The Studio: A funny, frenetic Hollywood satire
March 30, 2025 | Ivan Radford
Seth Rogen’s frenetic, funny, stylish Hollywood satire manages to be scathing and affectionate in equal measure.Read More
The Last Voyage of the Demeter: Enjoyably atmospheric
March 29, 2025 | David Farnor
This enjoyably atmospheric and grippingly claustrophobic Dracula prequel is a refreshingly different take on Bram Stoker’s horror.Read More
Why you should be watching The Change
March 25, 2025 | Ivan Radford
Bridget Christie’s funny, sharp and heartfelt menopause comedy is refreshingly unique.Read More
Adolescence: Riveting, timely and urgent TV
March 23, 2025 | Ivan Radford
Gripping, harrowing and moving, this flawlessly executed one-take masterpiece is one of the most timely pieces of TV in recent memory.Read More
Why you should be watching Last One Laughing UK
March 23, 2025 | David Farnor
The best new comedy format since Taskmaster, this ruthless, star-studded comedy contest is relentlessly funny, laugh-out-loud TV.Read More
Why you should be watching Bosch: Legacy
March 23, 2025 | Neil Brazier
This Bosch spin-off refines what made its predecessor great in a gripping first season fuelled by the show’s passion for its characters.
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Paddington in Peru: A fun but forgettable sequel
March 22, 2025 | Ivan Radford
This disappointingly formulaic third outing for Paddington is a fun but forgettable family outing.Read More
A Real Pain: An exceptional, vulnerable comedy
March 22, 2025 | Ivan Radford
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin are brilliant in this funny, vulnerable exploration of pain, connection and compassion.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: The Hunt for Peter Tobin
March 18, 2025 | Helen Archer
Told with empathy and economy, this perceptive, victim-centred documentary should be the standard for all true crime programming.Read More
Your Friendly Neighbourhood Spider-Man: A refreshing new spin
March 16, 2025 | Matthew Turner
Disney’s new animated Spider-Man series offers a refreshing new spin for newcomers and longtime fans alike.Read More
