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: Candy Cane Lane
December 21, 2023 | David Farnor
A heartfelt turn by Eddie Murphy can’t redeem this overstuffed festive family outing.Read More
Maestro: A bravura biopic
December 20, 2023 | Matthew Turner
Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan shine in this bravura biopic of composer Leonard Bernstein.Read More
Reacher Season 2: Bigger and better
December 17, 2023 | David Farnor
Reacher’s confident, more personal second season is bigger, better and just as brutal.Read More
VOD film review: The Family Plan
December 16, 2023 | David Farnor
A charming cast and smart script make this familiar ensemble action-comedy an enjoyable ride.Read More
VOD film review: Trenque Lauquen – Parts 1 and 2
December 16, 2023 | Matthew Turner
A search for a missing woman leads to a number of intriguing discoveries in Laura Citarella’s compelling mystery drama.
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VOD film review: EXmas
December 15, 2023 | David Farnor
A charming lead couple are let down by an uneven script in this festive romantic comedy.Read More
VOD film review: Your Christmas or Mine 2
December 15, 2023 | Ivan Radford
A charming ensemble cast makes this sweet sequel a winning festive rom-com.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget
December 15, 2023 | Ivan Radford
Aardman’s fun but familiar romp is best when in flight.Read More
Netflix UK TV review: The Crown: Season 6, Part 1
December 14, 2023 | Ivan Radford
Committed performances can’t quite elevate this uneven portrayal of Diana’s last days.Read More
VOD film review: Merry Little Batman
December 14, 2023 | Matthew Turner
Young Damian Wayne fights crime on Christmas Eve as Little Batman in this gorgeously animated seasonal adventure.Read More
