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.
Superhero Sundays: Batman Ninja
December 16, 2018 | Matthew Turner
The Caped Crusader time-travels to feudal Japan in this stunningly animated adventure that’s big on spectacle if not plot.Read More
Amazon Prime Video UK TV Review: Patriot Season 2 (spoilers)
December 15, 2018 | Ian Winterton
Patriot’s sophomore mission brims with dark humour, grisly violence and off-kilter dialogue.Read More
12 Days of Netflix: Puppy Star Christmas
December 15, 2018 | Ian Loring
This dreadful festive dog flick shouldn’t be watched by newcomers to the Pup Cinema Universe – or anyone else, for that matter.Read More
Netflix UK TV review: Riverdale Season 3 Part 1 (spoilers)
December 15, 2018 | Martyn Conterio
Thoroughly gripping and constantly exciting, Riverdale has finally found its feet. Read More
VOD film review: The Holiday
December 14, 2018 | David Farnor
This earnest, charming ensemble rom-com is perfect for anyone looking for corny in their life.Read More
Sunderland ‘Til I Die: Sublimely agonising television
December 14, 2018 | David Farnor
This beautifully edited football documentary captures the gripping despair and heart-wrenching hope of being a sports fan.Read More
VOD film review: The House that Jack Built
December 14, 2018 | Anton Bitel
Matt Dillon delivers a complex turn in Lars von Trier’s ambitious, provocative serial killer chiller.Read More
VOD film review: Newly Single
December 14, 2018 | Laurence Boyce
Caustic, cynical and clever, this funny takedown of the LA dating scene is a richly satisfying indie gem.Read More
12 Days of Netflix: The Princess Switch
December 13, 2018 | David Farnor
Vanessa Hudgens is doubly charming in this enjoyably silly seasonal take on The Prince and the Pauper.Read More
12 Days of Netflix: A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding
December 12, 2018 | David Farnor
This once-charmingly braindead affair has become too sentient for its own good. Read More
