After the episode aired, I only realized it was the first lesbian kiss – a groundbreaking moment that forever changed TV – according to the trailblazers involved.
T For nearly 100 years, V has been a part of our lives. In the early 1920s, Scottish engineer John Logie Baird amazed the public with his “Televisor” invention, and since then, there have been constant advancements in the world…
Fingernails to Quiz Lady: the seven best films to watch on TV this week
Weekly selection Fingernails Christos Nikou, a follower of the surreal Greek film-maker Yorgos Lanthimos, presents a new drama that explores the human experience. In this strange yet relatable film, Jessie Buckley’s character Anna joins the Love Institute, a place where…
The action sequences in Blue Eye Samurai are a delightful spectacle to behold.
E Even if animation is not typically your preference, the talented cast of Blue Eye Samurai will surely catch your attention. With big names like Kenneth Branagh, George Takei, Randall Park, and Disney star Brenda Song, the ensemble is impressive….
“Robbie Williams has curated a list of the seven best shows to stream this week, as if he were Agent 007.”
Weekly selection Robbie Williams Robbie Williams compares his feelings to that of a child talking to his mother as he listens to an old phone conversation with Nicole Appleton during his time recording in Jamaica. It is astonishing how frequently…
Invincible review – far and away the best superhero show on TV
T There is an abundance of spandex-wearing protagonists on screen, determined to rescue the world from peril with almost certain success. However, in the instance of Invincible’s main character Mark Grayson (portrayed by Steven Yeun), multiple catastrophic events are unfolding…
‘Captured the essence of humanity’: your most beloved moments with the Doctors
“I have portrayed characters such as a receptionist, nurse, and patient.” In 2005, I started watching the show Doctors and immediately became engrossed. The multitude of captivating storylines kept me hooked. One storyline that particularly resonated with me was Valerie’s…
The top podcasts this week feature Philippa Gregory honoring the influential women who have made a difference in our world.
Top recommendations of the week Philippa Gregory’s Normal WomenWidely available, episodes weekly Philippa Gregory highlights the often overlooked role of women in history, featuring insights from Louise Casey and Geri Halliwell-Horner. It brings attention to the women who flew Spitfires,…
Tonight on TV, everyone is invited to the vampire’s ball.
Interview With the Vampire 9pm, BBC Two This enjoyably witty and raunchy adaptation has firmly located Anne Rice’s gothic horror classic in the present (unlike the 1994 film, which focused on the historical antics of the vampires). Concluding with another…
Review of All the Light We Cannot See – this chaotic disaster is a guaranteed trip to Triteland.
After much anticipation, the film adaptation of Anthony Doerr’s best-selling and Pulitzer Prize-winning novel All the Light We Cannot See has arrived. Was it worth the wait? Definitely not. The film has a strong budget, visually appealing lighting, and carefully…
The Shetland series critique – who needs Jimmy Perez when you have this dynamic female duo?
C Could Shetland exist as Shetland if DI Jimmy Perez was not a part of it? For seven seasons, actor Douglas Henshall portrayed the BBC One detective, gradually gaining more recognition in the world of British crime dramas. His character…