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.
UK TV review: Mad Men Season 7, Episode 1
April 17, 2014 | Chris Bryant
It’s about time. Mad Men returns this week, fresh, subtle and loved. The opening of Season 7 showcases what Matthew Weiner and co. can do with their handsome and distinguished characters, plot and imagery. Combined, this flair for beauty and … Read More
VOD film review: Anchorman 2
April 17, 2014 | David Farnor
60% of the time, this entertaining sequel works every time.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Contraband
April 16, 2014 | David Farnor
Baltasar Kormákur delivers this standard crime drama with first-class shipping.Read More
What the end of Mad Men means for today’s young workers
April 16, 2014 | Jo Bromilow
Since first walking through the hallowed doors of Sterling Cooper, we’ve seen hearts broken, ambitions dashed, names made – and dreams pursued. With the end of Mad Men upon us, what does it mean for today’s generation of young workers?Read More
VOD TV review: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. – Episode 15 (Yes Men)
April 15, 2014 | Neil Brazier
After a strong run of episodes that had been going so well, Episode 15 of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. takes a side-step from plot to focus on the arrival of Lorelai (Elena Satine) from Asgard. Close behind her is special guest … Read More
VOD film review: Homefront
April 15, 2014 | James Butlin
Director: Gary Fleder Cast: Jason Statham, James Franco Certificate: 15 Watch Homefront online in the UK: Amazon Prime / TalkTalk TV / Apple TV (iTunes) / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / Rakuten TV / Google Play / Sky Store
In this … Read More
VOD film review: Nebraska
April 14, 2014 | David Farnor
This superbly performed gem is a heartwarmingly cold study of generational divide.Read More
UK TV review: True Detective – Season 1, Episode 8 (spoilers)
April 13, 2014 | David Farnor
A near-flawless piece of television.Read More
Netflix film review: Dead Man Down
April 13, 2014 | Chris BryantDirector: Niels Arden Oplev Cast: Colin Farrell, Noomi Rapace, Terrence Howard Certificate 15 Watch Dead Man Down online: Netflix UK
Let’s assume that Dead Man Down doesn’t take place in the real world. In the real world, a Hungarian mob … Read More
Spoiler-free review: Game of Thrones Season 4, Episode 2 – The Lion and the Rose
April 13, 2014 | Selina Pearson
If there’s one thing those nice, hospitable Westerosi like, it’s a tasteful wedding – whether it’s a coupling to stabilise power and prevent war or a last-ditch attempt for a noble, declining house to get a bit of cash, or … Read More
