Self Made: First look at Netflix’s CJ Walker series

Netflix’s new series inspired by the life of Madam CJ Walker will premiere this March, and we’ve got our first look at its impressive cast.

The untold and highly irreverent tale of Sarah Breedlove will be charted over four episodes, … Read More

Trailer: Octavia Spencer and Aaron Paul star in Apple TV+ drama Truth Be Told

For those excited about seeing Jesse Pinkman back on our screens in Breaking Bad movie El Camino, the good news is that you won’t have to wait long for another Aaron Paul fix. The Emmy winner will star in new … Read More

Thunder Force: Octavia Spencer and Melissa McCarthy in talks with Netflix for superhero movie

Octavia Spencer and Melissa McCarthy are in talks with Netflix for a new superhero comedy, Thunder Force.

The streaming giant is no stranger to the world of superheroics, with a string of Marvel series (now effectively all cancelled) on its … Read More

VOD film review: Snowpiercer

10

Rating

Bong Joon-ho’s dazzling and daft dystopian satire is chillingly relevant, even years after its release.Read More

The Shape of Water: A charmingly old-fashioned Hollywood romance

10

Rating

There’s nothing fishy about this gorgeously old-school Hollywood romance, which just so happens to star a giant fish monster.Read More

VOD film review: Hidden Figures

8

Rating

This wonderfully uplifting true story is irresistibly feel-good.Read More

VOD film review: Black or White

4.7

Rating

Director: Mike Binder Cast: Kevin Costner, Octavia Spencer, Jillian Estell Certificate: 12 Watch Black or White online in the UK: iTunes / TalkTalk TV / Prime Video (Buy/Rent) / Virgin Movies / TalkTalk Box Office / eir Vision Movies / … Read More

Netflix UK film review: Fruitvale Station

8

Rating

Ryan Coogler’s naturalistic retelling of real life events is powerful viewing, fuelled by a remarkable turn by Michael B. Jordan.Read More