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.
VOD film review: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
February 23, 2019 | David Farnor
This inspiring low-key tale of a young engineer in Malawi is a winning directorial debut from Chiwetel Ejiofor.Read More
VOD film review: Of Fathers and Sons
February 23, 2019 | David Farnor
Talal Derki’s portrait of a family raising their kids as extremists is alarming, unique, important viewing.Read More
Netflix UK TV review: Star Trek: Discovery Season 2, Episode 6
February 23, 2019 | Ian Winterton
An exciting and engaging trip back home for Saru.Read More
Shudder UK film review: Sexy Killer (2008)
February 22, 2019 | Anton Bitel
Miguel Marti’s postmodern postfeminist campus slasher is totally crazy.Read More
First look UK TV review: Curfew
February 22, 2019 | David Farnor
This star-studded Sky series can’t decide whether to be a racing drama, zombie horror or dystopian thriller.Read More
VOD film review: Piercing (2018)
February 22, 2019 | Anton Bitel
A darkly comic giallo-esque romance, torturously literalising all the dynamics of S&M, while accommodating the persistence of trauma.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Irreplaceable You
February 22, 2019 | Georgina Smith
This uneven yet charming comedy-drama is full of laughs, heart and excellent performances.Read More
VOD film review: Do the Right Thing
February 21, 2019 | Bianca Garner
Smart, funny and electrifying, Do the Right Thing remains one of Spike Lee’s finest films. Read More
Hands-on review: NOW TV Smart Box with 4K (2018)
February 20, 2019 | David Farnor
NOW TV’s budget 4K streaming device is a compelling – and compellingly priced – contender for your new living room hardware.Read More
First look UK TV review: The Passage
February 19, 2019 | David Farnor
Braindead but full of heart, The Passage’ central couple makes this trashy thriller a sweet ride.Read More
