When in Rome…
I watched the first episode of Season 2 of HBO’s Rome and am happy to see that its record of violence, sex and plotting still […]
Reviews
Bond, James Bond: is Casino Royale the reboot he needs?
“In the beginning” films are all the rage at the moment. Batman Begins, X-Men et al delight in telling us how their heroes started in […]
Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: don’t panic
The big screen version of the play of the TV series of the radio play of the book that Douglas Adams wrote. Mostly harmless.
Saints and Soldiers: when real war spawns fiction
Saints and Soldiers tells the story of a group of US soldiers in World War II who survive the infamous Malmedy Massacre and, stuck behind enemy […]
Sleepy Hollow DVD
Tim Burton’s “Sleepy Hollow” DVD delivers a darkly entertaining tale featuring Johnny Depp’s eccentric detective. The DVD includes behind-the-scenes extras and showcases Burton’s distinctive visual and storytelling mastery.
Starship Troopers: The Series – Bugs, Mr Rico! Lotsa bugs!
Starship Troopers: The Series blended book elements, expanded bugs, and depicted war’s impact, excelling beyond its film counterpart.
Star Trek: First Contact – Sex, Borg and Rock’n’Roll
Star Trek: First Contact revitalises the franchise with its thrills, focusing on character dynamics and sparing use of technobabble. It rectifies the weaknesses of its predecessor, promising a continued longevity for the series.