UK TV review: The Strain Episode 11 (The Third Rail)

“We should think this out. Regroup.” “We’ve got him on the run! We must press on!”

Episode 11 of The Strain is the entire show in a nutshell: a frantic dash through blind tunnels to find the next big confrontation … Read More

Netflix UK film review: I Am Ali

This documentary about the legendary boxer is enjoyable, informative and ultimately moving.Read More

VOD TV review: American Horror Story: Freak Show Episode 6 (Bullseye)

A simmering lack of trust bubbles beneath the veneer of family values in the latest instalment of Freak Show. Despite a healthy (if not continuous) level of infighting within the troupe, the Cabinet of Curiosities has always been a sanctuary … Read More

Netflix UK TV review: Gotham Episode 7 (Penguin’s Umbrella)

Over the last couple of weeks, Gotham has been taking baby steps in the right direction. With Penguin’s Umbrella, however, the show takes a gargantuan step forward in what is its first bonafide great episode.

Last week’s hour ended on … Read More

UK TV review: Constantine Episode 5

“Congratulations. You’re part of the act now.”

Episode 5 of Constantine marks the introduction of a new character: Jim Corrigan. For DC fans, that name will already be triggering the excitement alarms, as he’s the one who will ultimately become … Read More

UK VOD TV review: The Walking Dead Season 5, Episode 7 (Crossed)

After weeks of dedicating episodes to individual groups, Crossed jumps between all our survivors meaning that, yes, Rick (Andrew Lincoln) is back! Although his screen time and action is limited, as he leads the rescue of Carol (Melissa McBride) from … Read More

UK VOD TV review: Sons of Anarchy Season 7, Episode 11 (Suits of Woe)

With SAMCRO’s various wars nearly wrapped up and a body count that would have Hades green with envy, Sutter gets to work on the real plan in Episode 11 of Son’s Final Ride: breaking hearts.

Jax begins investigating what happened … Read More

Why everyone should see Angels in America

Director Mike Nichols died this week, leaving a legacy of incredible variety but unwavering genius. Everyone has a particular favourite, but one work stands out as a true test of his talent – the leviathan that is Angels in America.

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Amazon Fire TV review (UK)

Amazon has been stepping up its VOD game for some time now. First came the acquisition of LOVEFiLM, then the launch of Amazon Prime Instant Video (its rebranded subscription service) and the introduction of Amazon Instant Video (a pay-per-view service). … Read More

Amazon Prime TV review: Ripper Street Season 3 (Episode 3)

New episodes of Ripper Street Season 3 are added exclusively to Amazon Prime Instant Video at 9pm every Friday.

Warning: If you haven’t seen Episodes 1 or 2, this will contain spoilers.

It’s been exactly seven days since we … Read More