Since its inception in the 1960’s, the Marvel brand has evolved at a rapid and occasionally frightening pace. From cult comic strip to its emergence as a cinematic universe in its own right, it has catapulted the traditional hero into the mainstream and created an increasingly diverse audience of fans around the world. It has … >
The Doctor’s friends at the United Nations Unified Intelligence Taskforce have been a part of the show on and off since they helped the Second Doctor see off the Cybermen in 1969’s ‘The Invasion’. Formed in response to the Yeti attack (‘The Web of Fear’), their remit covers “…the odd, the unexplained. Anything on Earth … >
With the recent launch of the new Bond movie Spectre dominating British headlines, it is easy to overlook the fact that Star Trek is returning to the small screen in 2017. The return of his iconic franchise should not be underestimated, however, even though it comes more than a decade since the surprise cancellation of … >
Whether they are fictional or draw inspiration directly from real-life events, assassination movies can deliver a thrilling cinematic experience when executed well. Not all assassination-based films go all guns blazing and the best flicks in this genre build the tension slowly up until the key event that absorbs audiences into the heist-styled storylines or factual … >
The first of a two-part thriller, ‘The Zygon Invasion’ brought Doctor Who’s most famous shape changers back to our screens. Despite their fearsome reputation, this is only their third proper appearance in the show, although they have been active in spin-off media, such as 2014’s audio tale ‘Zygon Hunt’ and the novel ‘Sting of the … >
As we approach the end of Downton Abbey, we decided to take a look at the stars of ITV’s period drama who’ve also been in Doctor Who… Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley and as Captain Henry Avery in ‘The Curse of the Black Spot’ Iain Glen as Sir Richard Carlisle and as Father … >
It’s not uncommon for famous faces to team up with bingo brands to promote UK bingo sites. Adding a sense of fun and credibility to advertisements, over the years, musicians, TV stars and actors have all extolled the virtues of playing bingo online. Cheeky cockney star Barbara Windsor, for example, is a familiar face with … >
It’s just been revealed that Sandra Bullock is set to star in a new all-female reboot of the Ocean’s 11 franchise from Gary Ross, the director of The Hunger Games. George Clooney has apparently been developing the project since last autumn. It’s 14 years since Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Don Cheadle and Julia Roberts … >
ITV’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! is set to launch its 15th season this autumn. It is hard to credit that a formula that has changed so little over the years has remained not only so popular but also manages to convey the impression of still being so fresh. What is it about … >
With a lengthy acting career spanning nearly 20 years to date, David Tennant truly captured the world’s hearts when he was cast in Doctor Who as one of Britain’s most iconic characters. Although many actors have been great in the show’s lead role, Tennant regularly still tops polls as the fans’ favourite Doctor. An opinion … >