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.
Why you should be watching The Other One
June 12, 2020 | Sophie Davies
This gentle tale of two women helping each other through grief is a fresh, funny comedy.Read More
Days of the Bagnold Summer review: A bittersweet charming debut
June 12, 2020 | Matthew Turner
The Inbetweeners’ Simon Bird makes an impressive directorial debut with this bittersweet comedy-drama.Read More
What We Do in the Shadows Season 2 review: Bleeding hilarious
June 11, 2020 | David Farnor
The vampire sitcom’s second season balances horror myths and human tedium to witty, silly effect.Read More
Artemis Fowl review: Disappointment for the whole family
June 11, 2020 | David Farnor
This misjudged, dull and unmemorable adaptation of Eoin Colfer’s delightful novels is a total fowl-up.Read More
The King of Staten Island review: Funny, dark, heartfelt – and too long
June 11, 2020 | Mark Harrison
Pete Davidson’s semi-biographical exploration of grief is diluted by over-indulgence.Read More
Why Staged should be your next box set
June 10, 2020 | David Farnor
David Tennant and Michael Sheen are hilarious in BBC One’s knowing lockdown satire. Read More
UK TV review: Betty Season 1 (HBO)
June 9, 2020 | David Farnor
Crystal Moselle’s freewheeling follow-up to Skate Kitchen is a beautifully uplifting ride.Read More
I May Destroy You review: Uncompromising, personal TV
June 8, 2020 | VOD News
Michaela Coel’s frank exploration of consent is remarkable, personal and uncompromising TV.Read More
VOD film review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
June 7, 2020 | David Farnor
Despite strong performances and vivid visuals, this uneven sequel fails to enchant.Read More
VOD film review: Guest of Honour
June 6, 2020 | David Farnor
A superb performance by David Thewlis can’t quite redeem this uneven drama from Atom Egoyan.Read More
