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.
A Very Royal Scandal: A thoughtful retelling
September 22, 2024 | David FarnorRuth Wilson and Michael Sheen sink their teeth into this thoughtful, probing retelling of Newsnight’s interview with Prince Andrew.Read More
Grave of the Fireflies: A heart-wrenching masterpiece
September 22, 2024 | Ivan RadfordIsao Takahata’s profoundly moving anti-war drama is a heart-wrenching masterpiece.Read More
VOD film review: Wolfs
September 21, 2024 | Matthew TurnerGeorge Clooney and Brad Pitt are amusing in this flimsy crime caper that coasts on its stars’ comic chemistry.Read More
Agatha All Along review: A spooky, fun treat
September 19, 2024 | David FarnorKathryn Hahn is a delight in this fun and surprisingly spooky treat.Read More
Nightsleeper: A relentless, gripping ride
September 15, 2024 | Ivan RadfordThis relentless, real-time tech thriller about a hacked train is a gripping, nailbiting ride.Read More
My First Film: A raw, personal study of creation
September 15, 2024 | Ivan RadfordZia Anger’s raw, personal study of an abandoned movie is a thoughtful meditation on art and creation.Read More
Apollo 13: Survival: A riveting documentary
September 15, 2024 | Ivan RadfordThis immersive, riveting retelling of the Apollo 13 mission is both a rousing scientific celebration and a gripping survival thriller.Read More
Why you should be watching Taskmaster
September 12, 2024 | Ivan RadfordTaskmaster returns to Channel 4 on Thursday 12th September, bringing its signature brand of silliness back to living rooms across the UK.
The series, for the uninitiated, sees Greg Davies take on the role of the all-powerful Taskmaster, who – … Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: The Body Next Door
September 10, 2024 | Helen ArcherThis brave, moving true crime series is moreish but doesn’t outstay its welcome.Read More
The Perfect Couple review: Enjoyably moreish viewing
September 8, 2024 | David FarnorAn absurdly star-studded cast makes this handsome, dark murder mystery enjoyably moreish viewing.Read More