Gambling has always been a major topic — on a global scale. This is why we read about it in the news and books, hear about it in discussions, and see gambling-themed movies. These days, such films are easy to get by. Some are purely amusing, while the majority are instructional and educational, demonstrating the … >
Pixabay Art mimics life, so the saying goes. As such, it would be remiss of the movies not to reflect gambling and casino in their blockbusters. Casino-themed movies have had their fair share on the box office hit list; think of Casino Royale. We look at some of the great gambling movies available … >
The show, an adaptation of the best-seller by Louise Candlish, is due to air in March. Back in July, we reported on the casting for itv’s Our House. Based on the novel of the same name, it stars Tuppence Middleton (War and Peace) and Martin Compston (Line of Duty, Vigil) as estranged husband and wife … >
IMAGE SOURCE: Unsplash Ever since Daniel Craig announced he would not be reprising his role as James Bond after “No Time To Die”, the rumour mill has been churning in overdrive. Who will take up the mantle of 007 and start the new era of James Bond? One candidate has been a fan favourite already … >
Welcome to the CultBox Podcast roundup for January 2022. Our favourites this month have included, in no particular order… Back To One #186 – Eric Roberts The prolific Eric Roberts talks to Peter Rinaldi about his approach to acting and how he achieves such a volume of work. He’s a fascinating subject with plenty of … >
George RR Martin has seen a rough cut of the first episode and he’s impressed. With the dust settled on that divisive final season of Game of Thrones, eyes are now turning to the spin-off prequel series House of the Dragon. Set some 200 years prior to the events of GoT, the show chronicles the … >
Disney announce plans for a new Zorro television series, starring Wilmer Valderrama. As the House of Mouse continue to spin a series from anything they have the rights to, news has broken of a new Zorro project. Donning the mask and cape of Zorro, and his alter-ego Don Diego de la Vega, will be former … >
Crowing about Russell While the age of Russel Crowe being one of the hottest actors on film might have passed, there’s no denying that his masculine, rugged charm means that he’s still a firm favourite for many film buffs. He is beloved by many kinds of people: you might be a dancer, a bingo lover, … >
Stephen Graham, Daniel Mays and Anna Maxwell Martin will all return for a third run of Code 404. Boyed by the success of the first two series, Sky Comedy has commissioned another run of its very silly crime-fighting comedy. Set in the not-too-distant future, the show follows copper Roy Carver who has to deal with … >
The paranormal sci-fi show is well worth a watch – if you’re brave enough! Having brought us UFO and Blake’s 7, the excellent Forces TV have another classic cult series heading our way: The Ωmega Factor. Made in 1979 and set in Edinburgh, the show follows the investigations of Department 7 – a secret “need … >