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 Package
August 11, 2018 | David Farnor
Netflix’s rude teen comedy fails to rise above its puerile subject matter.Read More
Amazon UK TV review: Preacher Season 3, Episode 7
August 11, 2018 | Chris Bryant
Preacher goes for the jugular in an episode balancing comedy and chemistry.
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VOD film review: Kingsman: The Golden Circle
August 10, 2018 | David Farnor
The novelty begins to wear off in this overblown sequel that swaps laughs for cameos.Read More
VOD film review: Leaning Into the Wind
August 10, 2018 | David Farnor
Thomas Riedelsheimer reunites with Andy Goldsworthy for an engaging, intimate portrait of a unique artist.Read More
VOD film review: All the President’s Men
August 9, 2018 | David Farnor
Alan J. Pakula’s gripping thriller is a vital reminder of the importance of a free press – and a historical document that only gets more topical.Read More
UK TV review: The Handmaid’s Tale: Season 2, Episode 12 (spoilers)
August 9, 2018 | David Farnor
Season 2 of The Handmaid’s Tale stumbles in an implausible penultimate episode.Read More
Love, Simon: A quietly unassuming triumph
August 9, 2018 | Matthew Turner
Nick Robinson stars as a closeted gay teen in this groundbreaking, significant and charming high school rom-com.Read More
YouTube Premium TV review: Impulse Season 1
August 8, 2018 | David Farnor
YouTube’s impressive sci-fi drama places character above action to find a fresh spring in the Jumper franchise.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Like Father
August 8, 2018 | David Farnor
Kelsey Grammer and Kristen Bell make a charming pair in this by-the-numbers, but endearing comedy-drama.Read More
Netflix UK TV review: Better Call Saul Season 4, Episode 1
August 8, 2018 | David Farnor
Breaking Bad’s accomplished spin-off returns with a slow exhale of guilt and a sombre atmosphere.Read More
