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: Smoking Causes Coughing (Fumer Fait Tousser)
September 4, 2023 | Anton Bitel
Quentin Dupieux’s hilarious tokusatsu pastiche is an unhealthy delight for fans of the director.Read More
Why Fisk should be on your watchlist
August 28, 2023 | David Farnor
This unassuming Aussie comedy is a gently amusing and sharply observed treat.Read More
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves: A fun, funny fantasy romp
August 28, 2023 | David Farnor
A charming cast and witty script make this entertaining adaptation of the tabletop game a fun, funny fantasy romp.Read More
Why Amazon’s Hanna should be your next box set
August 28, 2023 | David Farnor
This slick, compelling blend of sci-fi, spying and teen drama is a deadly package in its own right.Read More
Starstruck review: A charming rom-com
August 28, 2023 | Sophie Davies
Rose Matafeo is on winning form in this charming, enjoyable and highly bingeable rom-com.Read More
Why you should be watching Channel 4’s Screw
August 27, 2023 | David Farnor
This brilliant ensemble prison drama is a gripping, funny, thoughtful watch.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: Painkiller
August 22, 2023 | Helen Archer
Uzo Aduba carries the show in this shallow reminder of the damage done by a system that rewards the rich for destroying the poor.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: Species: The Awakening (2007)
August 21, 2023 | Matthew Turner
This standalone sequel’s attempt at an interesting new direction is let down by poor special effects and an unfocused script.Read More
Monster Movie Monday: Species III (2004)
August 14, 2023 | Matthew Turner
The third film in the Species series delivers the franchise staples of nudity and gore, but is not without its problems.Read More
VOD film review: Heart of Stone
August 12, 2023 | David Farnor
A fun premise and slick set pieces help this AI thriller avoid feeling too cold and calculated.Read More
