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David Somerset

5 must-see sci-fi movies in 2017

Let’s be honest, 2016 has not been a classic year for sci-fi and fantasy cinema. While there has been no shortage of big name releases over the past 12 months, far too many of this summer’s tent-pole movies ranged from the underwhelming (Ghostbusters, X-Men: Apocalypse, Star Trek Beyond) to the downright awful (Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, Independence … >

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BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2016 shortlist revealed

The BBC has announced the much-anticipated shortlist for 2016’s BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. 16 contenders have been nominated for the prestigious main award, reflecting a dazzling year of sporting achievement over the past 12 months. Gabby Logan, who announced the shortlist on BBC One last week, will present this year’s show alongside Gary Lineker and … >

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‘The Cup’ at 5: Brendan Gleeson’s Australian horse racing movie revisited

2016 marks five years since the release of The Cup. Released in cinemas in 2011, the$15 million Australian biographical film told the story of champion Aussie jockey Damien Oliver’s victory in the 2002 Melbourne Cup race with the American-bred gelding Media Puzzle, prepared by the Irish trainer Dermot Weld. Directed by Sydney-born Simon Wincer (The Young … >

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‘Outnumbered’ returning for new one-off special this Christmas

Three years since their last appearance, the Brockman family will be back on BBC One next month. Filming has commenced on a brand new Outnumbered Christmas special. Original cast members Hugh Dennis (Mock The Week), Claire Skinner (Critical), Tyger Drew-Honey (Cuckoo), Daniel Roche (Little Crackers) and Ramona Marquez (The King’s Speech) will all return in … >

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Can we learn anything from TV lottery winners?

Lotteries are played by a whopping 70% of British adults, and that popularity is replicated in countries all over the world. In the US, for example, roughly 143 million people play each year. This life-changing competition has been represented in TV many times over the years. For the sake of entertainment, though, things aren’t always … >

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Quiz: What Disney character are you?

House of Fraser and Disney have teamed up this Christmas to create a brand new quiz. Just answer six quick questions to discover which Disney heroine you are! The quiz and character profiles have been developed with the official Disney team to celebrate House of Fraser’s new collection of dresses based on the world’s favourite princesses. The designs follow the … >

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How marketing is used to promote films

Marketing can make or break a film. It’s a truism that rings clear in distribution and filmmaking circles, much to the ire of filmmakers like populist indie superstar Kevin Smith, who used nothing but his Twitter account for the promotion of his 2011 horror Red State. “I just want to tell stories,” Smith says. “It … >

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A look at TV bingo and which shows to play with

Bingo gameshows and television used to be a big thing only a few years ago. We’ve seen bingo change platforms of entertainment – from our TVs to our computers and now to our phones – and the game itself seems to have changed with it. The history of UK bingo happened pretty quickly and, like … >

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Oddbins launches hilarious #12ChimpsofChristmas ad – watch!

High street wine and beer merchant Oddbins has released its latest unconventional Christmas video this morning. 2016’s festive ad showcases 12 chimps, each named after 12 brand attributes ascribed to Oddbins by its customers. It’s probably safe to say that it’s the only Christmas ad this year to feature chimp poo being thrown at a store manager, unless there’s a … >

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