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: American Hustle
May 14, 2014 | David Farnor
A fun cast and colourful characters make this con artist comedy a fun romp.Read More
VOD review: Game of Thrones Season 4 Episode 6
May 14, 2014 | Selina Pearson
Warning: This review contains spoilers.
Sharp-eyed viewers will notice the addition of Braavos to the opening credits for Episode 6 of Game of Thrones Season 4. In fact, the episode opens with Stannis (Stephen Dillane) and Davos (Liam Cunningham) pleading … Read More
Netflix UK film review: Stitches
May 14, 2014 | David Farnor
Director: Conor McMahon Cast: Ross Noble, Tommy Knight, Gemma-Leagh Devereux Certificate: 15 Watch Stitches online in the UK: Netflix UK
Clowns have always been creepy, but they’re everywhere these days, from Crispin Glover’s weird song to Psychoville’s one-handed Mr Jelly. … Read More
Why The US Office remake is better than the UK original
May 13, 2014 | Neil Brazier
It’s not uncommon for a successful show to attempt the transition across the pond. In many cases for TV shows, the new version can’t muster up the same popularity as the original – the Americans shot two pilots of Red … Read More
VOD film review: In Security
May 12, 2014 | David Farnor
Directors: Adam Beamer, Evan Beamer Cast: Michael Gladis, Ethan Embry, Ving Rhames, Vinnie Jones, Cary Elwes Certificate: 15 Watch In Security online in the UK: TalkTalk TV / Apple TV (iTunes) / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / Google Play
“They’re all … Read More
Why you should be watching Person of Interest
May 12, 2014 | Chris Bryant
This intriguing series overcomes its own clichés with a solid cast and strong premise.Read More
VOD film review: The Canyons
May 11, 2014 | Simon Kinnear
Enjoy the view from the top while you can. As the title suggests, most of the time Schrader and Lohan are stuck down a deep, dark hole. Read More
VOD film review: The Expatriate
May 11, 2014 | David Farnor
The Expatriate delivers unsurprising but entertaining action thrills.Read More
UK TV review: Mad Men Season 7 Episode 4
May 10, 2014 | Chris Bryant
In Episode 4, Don Draper returned to his job at SC&P. Restricted by the conditions of his employment, Don is given a new boss, a new office and a new level of sobriety. None of these are welcomed. The constraints, … Read More
VOD film review: Like Father, Like Son
May 10, 2014 | David Farnor
Hirokazu Koreeda’s study of nature, nurture and the nuances of parenthood is a subtle, moving masterpiece.Read More
