As a life-long Doctor Who fan, the hardest and most annoying question to answer is, “Who’s your favourite Doctor?” Here Liam South provides five reasons why the Third Doctor should be your answer… Pertwee’s era is set predominantly on Earth, meaning that the alien invasions happen around familiar locations. Pertwee’s Doctor, like Hartnell’s, demands … >
As a life-long Doctor Who fan, the hardest and most annoying question to answer is, “Who’s your favourite Doctor?” Here Liam South provides five reasons why the Second Doctor should be your answer… Patrick Troughton’s physical comedy is joyous and is often employed as a way to advance the scene, not just for a … >
As a life-long Doctor Who fan, the hardest and most annoying question to answer is, “Who’s your favourite Doctor?” Here Liam South provides five reasons why the First Doctor should be your answer… He doesn’t take any s**t from anyone and, as a result, gets in some wicked burns. As the very first … >
There’s a tradition of James Bond films switching styles and generally trying to horn in on the zeitgeist, as seen in Live and Let Die’s ‘Blaxploitation’ and Moonraker’s ‘Space Opera’. There’s also a trend of ‘going back to basics’ to reset the series after any entry that’s particularly over the top, the prime examples being … >
When you’re into gambling, it’s great to find movies that focus on a gambler’s story. The story of the gambler has interested filmmakers for over a century now, with a limitless variety of tales to be told. As you sit playing online blackjack or poker, it’s nice to dream about having one of those wins … >
Gambling is an addictive habit and all professional players must control themselves and try not to give in to the temptation. Clear mind and control over one’s actions may mean a lot. Fiction and gambling. Movies and casinos. Gambling has many devoted fans in every corner of the world. Casinos may be found everywhere and seen … >
The sixth season of Game of Thrones ended with Cersei taking her seat on the Iron Throne, and speculation is already mounting as to who might step up to end her reign of terror. CultBox guest writer Angela Lord takes a closer look… Lena Headey, who plays the character, believes there’s “not a chance in hell” that … >
‘In rural Britain today, studies show that young people feel more marginalised than ever. To explore this problem, the BBC spent six months filming with some young people in a typical Cotswold village.’ So begins each episode of BBC Three’s This Country, a mockumentary series focusing on the daily lives of two rural youths. Real-life siblings … >
With its unique brand of humour, Liverpool is a renowned bedrock of comedy. Consequently, it has been the setting for some memorable sitcoms, some more successful in capturing the Scouse spirit than others… The Wackers (1975) Produced by London based Thames Television and written by Mancunian Vince Powell, The Wackers set out to be … >
Six years since it first aired, we take a look back at Matt Smith’s second season as the Doctor. 1) Matt Smith There’s something special about Matt’s version of the Doctor. He may look like a hot hipster with his floppy hair, lanky frame and boundless energy, but the moments where he shines is when … >