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.
Netflix UK film review: The Meg
December 16, 2018 | David Farnor
Stath vs Shark fails to live up to the promise of its absurd premise.Read More
12 Days of Christmas: 48 Christmas Wishes
December 16, 2018 | Nathanael Smith
Even your kids won’t like this lifeless festive adventure, with no budget and even less imagination.Read 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
