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.
First look UK TV review: Prodigal Son
August 11, 2020 | David FarnorMichael Sheen is a delight in this criminally uneven serial killer thriller.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: Mommy Dead and Dearest
August 11, 2020 | Helen ArcherThis thoughtful documentary about Gypsy Rose Blanchard raises lingering questions about manipulation, control and the legacy of abuse.Read More
VOD film review: Flash Gordon
August 10, 2020 | Laurence BoyceThis brazenly silly comic book adaptation is a colourful, exuberant, endearing delight.Read More
Why The Deceived should be your next box set
August 9, 2020 | David FarnorA strong cast and twisting plot make for an enjoyably pulpy thriller.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Anelka: Misunderstood
August 9, 2020 | David FarnorDirector: Franck Nataf Cast: Nicolas Anelka, Arsène Wenger, Thierry Henry Certificate: PG Watch Anelka: Misunderstood online in the UK: Netflix UK
When it comes to sports documentaries – a growing staple of Netflix and Amazon’s original output – the general … Read More
Good Girls Season 3 struggles to shake things up
August 9, 2020 | Sophie DaviesThis likeable crime thriller struggles to shake things up in a curtailed third season.Read More
VOD film review: Papicha
August 8, 2020 | David FarnorThis colourful, energetic drama set during the Algerian civil war is an engaging, empowering snapshot of personal rebellion.Read More
Perfect 10 review: An accomplished coming-of-age drama
August 7, 2020 | David FarnorGymnast Frankie Box delivers a starmaking performance in Eva Riley’s fantastic coming-of-age debut.Read More
VOD film review: Infamous
August 7, 2020 | Matthew TurnerBella Thorne and Jake Manley play young lovers on a Bonnie & Clyde-style spree in this misguided crime thriller.Read More
Young Ahmed review: A powerful, gripping drama
August 7, 2020 | Mike WilliamsThe Dardennes’ portrayal of a radicalised teen is a powerful drama that grips and enlightens.Read More
















