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 Downstairs
June 9, 2018 | David FarnorGirls’ Zosia Mamet shines in the lead role of this low-key romantic comedy.Read More
Shudder UK film review: Mirror Mirror (1990)
June 8, 2018 | Anton BitelPutting the entity in adolescent identity, arina Sargenti’s horror film holds a postmodern mirror to teen empowerment, narcissism and sociopathy.Read More
The Staircase: A gripping, heart-wrenching must-see
June 8, 2018 | David FarnorNetflix’s true crime documentary is gripping, heart-wrenching television. Clear your schedule for the next 13 hours – you’re gonna need them.Read More
VOD film review: Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami
June 8, 2018 | Matthew TurnerSophie Fiennes’ portrait of a pop culture icon captures her extraordinary spirit.Read More
VOD film review: Away We Go
June 8, 2018 | David FarnorShort, sweet and superbly sincere, Away We Go is a big affectionate hug of a film.Read More
Why you should be watching Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger
June 8, 2018 | Laurence BoyceThis intriguing blend of teen drama and superhero genre is a unique addition to the Marvel Universe.Read More
UK TV review: Westworld Season 2, Episode 7 (spoilers)
June 7, 2018 | David FarnorWestworld delivers a thrilling burst of exposition in this action-packed episode.Read More
Amazon UK TV review: Into the Badlands Season 3, Episode 6 (Black Wind Howls)
June 7, 2018 | Chris BryantA few emotive moments carry a clumsily plotted episode of Badlands’ third season.Read More
UK TV review: The Handmaid’s Tale Season 2, Episode 3 (spoilers)
June 6, 2018 | David FarnorThe Handmaid’s Tale breaks down the path that led to Gilead in a chillingly grounded episode.Read More
First look Amazon UK TV review: Dietland Season 1
June 5, 2018 | David FarnorMarti Noxon’s darkly satirical, funny feminist revenge thriller is enjoyably unconventional TV.Read More