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.
FrightFest Presents: AAAAAAAAH! and others available to watch online from 19th October
September 21, 2015 | David FarnorFrightFest Presents has unveiled its first slate of horror films to be released on Monday 19th October, including Steve Oram’s AAAAAAAAH!.
The banner, a joint partnership between Icon Film Distribution (IFD) and the horror festival, was first announced in April, … Read More
Top TV shows and films on BBC iPlayer (21st September 2015)
September 21, 2015 | David FarnorComputers come to the for on BBC iPlayer this week, as the Beeb begins a digital-themed season of programmes, which range from smartypants Brian Cox hosting a new panel show to a movie about the creation of GTA. If that … Read More
A guide to all the references in Mad Max: Fury Road
September 21, 2015 | Martyn ConterioWhat is Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) exactly? Is it a shady reboot or a proper sequel? It’s best to think of George Miller’s film as neither, and more a high-octane hybrid vehicle built from the parts of the original … Read More
VOD film review: Avengers: Age of Ultron
September 20, 2015 | David FarnorMarvel’s bloated sequel is too busy joining dots to assemble an entertaining blockbuster.Read More
VOD film review: 52 Tuesdays
September 20, 2015 | David FarnorA movingly understated drama.Read More
Catch up TV reviews: Resistance, Bear Grylls, Brits Battling Isis
September 20, 2015 | David FarnorWhat’s available on-demand on Freeview? Keep up-to-date with our weekly catch-up TV column, including reviews of shows on ITV Hub, new releases on All 4 and a guide to My5.
(For BBC TV reviews and round-ups, see our … Read More
Netflix UK TV review: Doctor Who Season 9, Episode 1 (The Magician’s Apprentice)
September 20, 2015 | Mark HarrisonThis is a spoiler-free review of Episode 1. If you’ve already seen the episode, read on at the end for spoilers and geeky references for old Who fans.
Aside from Season 8’s two-part finale, Doctor Who has focused more on … Read More
VOD film review: If I Close My Eyes, I’m Not Here
September 20, 2015 | David FarnorDirector: Vittorio Moroni Cast: Elena Arvigo, Giorgio Colangeli, Vladimir Doda Watch If I Close My Eyes, I’m Not online in the UK: FilmDoo
“If you want to know something, you first must know why you want to know it.” That’s … Read More
Netflix UK film review: Keith Richards: Under the Influence
September 19, 2015 | Matthew TurnerDirector: Morgan Neville Cast: Keith Richards, Steve Jordan, Tom Waits, Buddy Guy, Waddy Wachtel Watch Keith Richards: Under the Influence online in the UK: Netflix UK
Director Morgan Neville has an excellent track record when it comes to music documentaries. … Read More
VOD film review: Tangerines
September 18, 2015 | Matthew TurnerAn accessible and thought-provoking anti-war drama that packs a powerful emotional punch. Read More