Christmas
UK TV review: Click and Collect
December 28, 2020 | David Farnor
Stephen Merchant and Asim Chaudhry are a highly entertaining double act in this cute festive comedy.Read More
Silent Night: Looking back at early screen adaptations of A Christmas Carol
December 24, 2020 | David Farnor
When it comes to Christmas, it sometimes seems all anyone wants to hear is about is Scrooge. Scrooge, Scrooge, Scrooge. If you’re looking for a fresh take on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, then silent films are the place to … Read More
What’s on UK TV this Christmas? Your 2019 catch-up guide
January 1, 2020 | VOD News
Christmas is here – and, put aside the presents, the turkey and the board games, and we all know it’s really about what’s on the telly. Fortunately, the age-old battle for the remote control in the living room is over, … Read More
UK TV review: The Tiger Who Came to Tea
December 25, 2019 | David Farnor
Gorgeously drawn and cheerfully simple, this adaptation of Judith Kerr’s classic is a delightful morsel to devour again and again.Read More
UK TV review: Cinderella: After Ever After
December 25, 2019 | David Farnor
Surprisingly subversive and wonderfully entertaining, this fairytale sequel is a genuine treat for the whole family.Read More
Netflix UK film review: Let It Snow
December 8, 2019 | David Farnor
An earnest cast and sincere script make Netflix’s festive teen flick a surprisingly charming affair.Read More
Amazon unwraps Kacey Musgraves Christmas special
November 5, 2019 | VOD News
Amazon Prime Video will unwrap a new Kacey Musgraves festive special this Christmas.
The online giant is teaming up with the Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter for The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show. The special, produced by Fulwell 73 Productions, marks Prime Video’s … Read More
UK TV review: The Queen and I (Sky One)
January 16, 2019 | David Farnor
This uneven attempt to update Sue Townsend’s playfully political tale can’t work out what, or who, to laugh at.Read More
Why It’s a Wonderful Life is the greatest Christmas film of all time
December 30, 2018 | Roxy Simons
Likes its main character, Frank Capra’s heart-warming classic sums up the true spirit of Christmas.Read More
UK TV review: The Midnight Gang
December 29, 2018 | David Farnor
David Walliams’ book makes for moving family viewing in this charming, imaginative comedy-drama.Read More
