Former Sgt Troy actor Daniel Casey is cast as Inspector Barnaby for The Killings at Badger’s Drive stage production. You may not have known this, but Midsomer Murders is moving to the stage. While the TV show continues, a new production is planning to take Inspector Barnaby on a newRead More →
BBC Studios and CinemaLive have announced a special in-cinema screening event for the epic two-part Doctor Who series finale, which could well mark the final appearance of Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor. Written by Russell T Davies and directed by Alex Sanjiv Pillai, this two-part event is promising us aRead More →
A Talking Heads demo tape has been rediscovered in an art school in the USA. Let’s shift gears and talk about some exciting musical news. Remember when we shared the story of the David Bowie “Young Americans” session tapes being discovered? Well, it seems these kinds of finds happen moreRead More →
Forget Iron Man and Captain America, we’re talking about the original Avengers: Emma Peel and John Steed! A new book about The Avengers, Escapades, delves into the fascinating and often overlooked corners of this iconic British television series. Escapades: An Exploration of Avengers Curiosities promises to take you on aRead More →
Are you aware of the vital work of the Film Is Fabulous initiative? They’ve recently updated their Facebook page and website with a progress report, and it’s clear they’re undertaking a massive and crucial mission. For those unfamiliar, Film Is Fabulous is dedicated to collecting, recording, and restoring film collectionsRead More →
Prepare yourselves, brave adventurers… News has reached us from the shadowy depths of Darkwood Forest that a true gem of British fantasy is about to resurface. Ian Livingstone’s classic Fighting Fantasy gamebook, Eye of the Dragon, is making a triumphant return on April 22nd, courtesy of the fine folks atRead More →
A special event for Terry Pratchett fans is coming to London’s West End, and you won’t want to miss it. On Sunday, April 28th, 2025, the Duchess Theatre will host a one-off performance of “The Magic of Terry Pratchett,” a multimedia show celebrating the life and legacy of the legendaryRead More →
A new WW2 documentary series relies on a video game, Scramble – Battle of Britain to explore the first air war. I’ve become increasingly interested in the Second World War over the past few years. Not so much military campaigns and weapons and memorabilia as the personal sacrifice young BritishRead More →
This week, Christian Cawley and James McLean mull over the impact of the single take shot in new Netflix drama Adolescence. Single takes, also known as one-shots and continuous shots, have appeared in many movies and TV shows, from Marvel’s Daredevil to Alfred Hitchcock’s Rope to Orson Welles’ Touch ofRead More →
A significant player in the world of visual effects, The Mill, is facing closure, a development that leaves a void in the industry. For those who recall the 2005 revival of Doctor Who, you’ll remember the groundbreaking visual effects that brought the show into the modern era. While practical effectsRead More →
Fancy exploring the world of Kay Harker and friends? The Box of Delights RPG is now available to buy, in print and PDF. It seems the magic of The Box of Delights continues to enchant us well beyond Christmas. For those eager to step into the world of Cole HawlingsRead More →
Prepare to embark on an intergalactic adventure! Tin Man Games has just launched Starship Traveller, the first science-fiction gamebook in the legendary Fighting Fantasy series, now available digitally as part of their Fighting Fantasy Classics collection. Originally penned by Steve Jackson in 1984, this choose-your-own-adventure classic is now ready forRead More →
