Netflix UK film review: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom

January 9, 2021 | Ivan Radford

Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis lead an electrifying ensemble in this timely chamber piece that resonates long after its final note.Read More

Watch: First trailer for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom

October 20, 2020 | James R

“A-one, a-two, you know what to do…” That’s the sound of Netflix counting in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, a new adaptation of August Wilson’s play.

The film follows Ma Rainey, the “Mother of the Blues”, who makes a record in … Read More

VOD film review: Widows

March 24, 2019 | Ivan Radford

Steve McQueen’s character-driven heist flick grounds its genre thrills with high stakes and real heft. Read More

Netflix UK film review: Fences

June 17, 2017 | Ivan Radford

Denzel Washington’s directorial debut crafts a moving drama fuelled by two powerhouse performances.Read More

Why you should be watching How to Get Away with Murder on Netflix UK

December 21, 2015 | Jo Bromilow

With Season 6 of How to Get Away with Murder now available on Netflix UK, we look back at the show’s beginnings.

After a positive plethora of legal dramas featuring ‘strong female leads’ vying for your verdict on Netflix, there’s … Read More

VOD film review: Blackhat

June 25, 2015 | Ivan Radford

Michael Mann’s underrated cyber-thriller is a cool, visceral ride.Read More

VOD film review: Prisoners

February 8, 2014 | Ruby

A gripping look at what lengths parents will go to find their missing children.Read More