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: Exhibition
April 26, 2014 | Ian LoringJoanna Hogg’s tale of middle-class ennui is a strong entry from a wholly distinctive filmmaker.Read More
VOD film review: Chronicle
April 26, 2014 | David FarnorThis dark, surprising and ambitious found footage flick is an innovative take on superhero origin stories.Read More
VOD film review: Magic Magic
April 25, 2014 | David FarnorMichael Cera and Sebastián Silva team up for this uneasy trip into creepy territory.Read More
VOD film review: After the Night
April 25, 2014 | David FarnorDirector: Basil da Cunha Cast: Pedro Ferreira Certificate: 15 Watch After the Night online in the UK: Curzon Home Cinema
“Go out during the day! Even just for a while. Among all those who’ve given up, you’re just another face.”
VOD TV review: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Episode 16 (End of the Beginning)
April 24, 2014 | Neil BrazierAgents Garrett (Bill Paxton) and Triplett are back with the S.H.I.E.L.D crew and together they are trying to track down the Clairvoyant, following three possible leads. Standing in their way is Deathlok, the man-made machine who claims Mike Peterson is … Read More
Straight to VOD Thursday: In Your Eyes film review
April 24, 2014 | Mark HarrisonDirector: Joss Whedon Cast: Zoe Kazan Certificate: PG Watch In Your Eyes online in the UK: Netflix UK / Vimeo
From direct-to-iTunes indies to bargain bucket sequels, we look at films only available on VOD in the UK. This week, … Read More
Netflix UK film review: Wild Bill
April 23, 2014 | David FarnorDexter Fletcher’s East London Western is a mature, moving and superbly performed gem.Read More
VOD film review: The Island President
April 22, 2014 | David FarnorThis urgent documentary brings home the high personal stakes of failing to tackle climate change.Read More
VOD film review: Moon Man
April 22, 2014 | David FarnorThe sedate, surreal adaptation of Tomi Ungerer’s picture book is a gently dazzling watch.
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Why you should be watching Parks and Recreation
April 20, 2014 | David FarnorWarm, funny and irresistibly positive, this comedy never fails to make you smile.Read More
















