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.
Grace and Frankie Season 5: A mellow return for Netflix’s defiant duo
January 27, 2019 | Victoria Curatolo
Netflix’s iconic duo are back for a surprisingly mellow season that takes a bit of a dip.Read More
VOD film review: Isle of Dogs
January 26, 2019 | David Farnor
Wes Anderson’s gorgeously crafted stop-motion comedy finds fresh bite amid familiar laughs.Read More
VOD film review: On Her Shoulders
January 26, 2019 | Matthew Turner
This understated yet pointed portrait of Iraqi genocide survivor-turned-activist Nadia Murad is a powerful documentary.Read More
Shudder UK film review: The Stendhal Syndrome (1996)
January 25, 2019 | Anton Bitel
Argento charts an artful exploration of a rape victim’s twisted trauma.Read More
Netflix TV review: Star Trek: Discovery: Season 2, Episode 2
January 25, 2019 | Ian Winterton
With the feel of Classic Trek, this is a solid and intriguing outing for the Discovery.Read More
VOD film review: Stay Human
January 25, 2019 | Matthew Turner
Musician Michael Franti shares stories of those who have inspired hope in this timely, uplifting documentary.Read More
VOD film review: American Animals
January 25, 2019 | David Farnor
True crime meets Hollywoodised fiction in this gripping, playful anti-documentary about a cleverly stupid heist.Read More
Crazy Rich Asians review: Utter joy from start to finish
January 23, 2019 | Charlotte Harrison
Utter joy from start to finish, Crazy Rich Asians is the film the world needs right now. Read More
VOD film review: Skate Kitchen
January 21, 2019 | David Farnor
This sincere, stunningly shot coming-of-age movie has timeless written all over it.Read More
VOD film review: Unsane
January 20, 2019 | David Farnor
This enjoyably grubby B-movie from Steven Soderbergh is a superb showcase for Claire Foy.Read More
