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: Iris (2015 documentary)
July 30, 2015 | David FarnorDirector: Albert Maysles Cast: Iris Apfel Certificate: 12A Watch Iris online in the UK: Netflix UK / Curzon Home Cinema / Apple TV (iTunes) / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / Google Play
“It’s better to be happy than well-dressed.” So says … Read More
Interview: Damon Gameau, director of That Sugar Film
July 30, 2015 | Matthew TurnerIn the week that Tesco has banned Ribena, Rubicon and Capri Sun from its shelves in an attempt to reduce the number of sugary drinks bought for children, a documentary arrives that investigates the hidden sweet stuff in our food. … Read More
Netflix releases character posters for Narcos
July 29, 2015 | VOD NewsNetflix has released four new character posters for upcoming series Narcos.
The 10-episode show chronicles the real-life stories of the drug kingpins of the late 1980s and the law enforcement efforts to meet them head on.
The series re-partners … Read More
VOD film review: A Prophet (Un Prophete)
July 29, 2015 | David FarnorUnnerving and gripping, A Prophet’s ambition matches its ruthless lead.Read More
UK TV review: True Detective Season 2, Episode 6 (Church in Ruins)
July 28, 2015 | David FarnorNot seen Episodes 1 to 5 of True Detective Season 2? This contains spoilers.
“You might be my only friend,” Frank says to Ray, after he’s entered his house. “Wouldn’t that be something?” replies Ray, with a glib smile. It’s … Read More
VOD film review: While We’re Young
July 28, 2015 | David FarnorNoah Baumbach’s mature comedy of manners is a delicious satire on modern growing pains.Read More
First look Netflix review: Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp
July 28, 2015 | Clarisse LoughreyNever heard of Wet Hot American Summer? Read our beginner’s guide to the definitive cult movie.
Religion. Politics. Wet Hot American Summer. Lines along the sand; the death knells of friendships, love affairs, and family ties. And the forging of … Read More
VOD film review: Suite Francaise
July 27, 2015 | Clarisse LoughreyA rich and loving tribute to the sublime work of its original author. Read More
Top TV shows and films on BBC iPlayer (26th July 2015)
July 26, 2015 | David FarnorBBC Three often gets something of a bad rep due to the nature of some its programme. But as the channel prepares to be moved online, the Beeb’s line-up for younger audiences has not only gained more support from those … Read More
UK TV review: Hannibal Season 3, Episode 7
July 26, 2015 | Jo BromilowAlready seen Episode 7? Read on at the bottom for spoilers.
Finally, the show that has delighted in delivering us scenes that disgust and shock but that we cannot help but marvel at is back on form. But what else … Read More
















