Night of the Doctor - Paul McGann as the Eighth Doctor

‘Doctor Who’ audio review: The 8th Doctor returns in ‘Doom Coalition’ Volume 1

Following his successful run of ‘Dark Eyes’ box sets, the Eighth Doctor returns for another series of linked releases. ‘Doom Coalition’ will unfold over four volumes, each comprised of four hour long tales. In Matt Fitton’s opener, an ill-advised prison visit results in the escape of one of Gallifrey’s most notorious criminals, ‘The Eleven’. As … >

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‘Unforgotten’ Episode 2 review: Trevor Eve is like a grenade

“I’m going to find who caused a pain that’s very much alive today. Who took his life, who took hers? And I want to punish them. Thirty-nine years later.” Thus speaks DI Cassie Stewart (Nicola Walker) at the start of part 2 of The Unforgotten. We immediately realise Cassie has an emotional connection to the … >

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Brighton Comedy Festival review: ‘Dara O Briain: Crowd Tickler’

About three seconds. That’s how long it takes from Dara O Briain’s first appearance on stage to his having the audience in his total command. He crams more belly laughs into every ten minutes than other acts might manage in a full sixty minute set, which is even more impressive when you realise he’s on … >

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‘River’ Episode 1 review: A beautiful performance by Stellan Skarsgard

BBC One’s River had a lot going for it before it aired, given that it boasted Hollywood star Stellan Skarsgard in its lead role. However, was this just stunt casting? Another example of film stars quietly commuting to television for more character-based work between big superhero movies? Or does the new six-part crime drama offer … >

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‘Doctor Who’ spoiler-free review: ‘The Girl Who Died’

Primary teachers of the world – look away now! In this episode of Doctor Who, there are Vikings and (gasp!) they are not completely historically accurate! Inside a peasant’s hut, there is the anachronism of a leather-bound book, while, in a costuming decision bound to inflame the great Viking headgear controversy, warriors wear helmets that, … >

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