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UK TV review: Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas
December 28, 2021 | David Farnor
Aardman’s short, sweet seasonal outing fizzes and pops with warmth.Read More
UK TV review: Ghosts Christmas Special 2021
December 27, 2021 | David Farnor
“There’s nothing that can’t be lied about. Or, rather, there’s no truth that can’t be avoided.” Those are the sage words of Julian (Simon Farnaby) in the Ghosts Christmas special. If you wanted a festive spooky tale about a morally … Read More
UK TV review: Around the World in 80 Days
December 26, 2021 | David Farnor
David Tennant is on charismatic form in this sparky, globe-trotting romp. Read More
UK TV review: A Very British Scandal
December 26, 2021 | David Farnor
Claire Foy and Paul Bettany are electric in this stylish, timely period drama.Read More
UK TV review: Superworm
December 25, 2021 | David Farnor
This heartfelt, timely ode to teamwork and friendship is a charming addition to the Donaldson/Scheffler animated universe.Read More
UK TV review: A Ghost Story for Christmas: The Mezzotint
December 24, 2021 | David Farnor
This short, scary MR James tale is chillingly simple and simply chilling.Read More
UK TV review: The Girl Before
December 19, 2021 | David Farnor
David Oyelowo and Gugu Mbatha-Raw are excellent in this tense psychological thriller.Read More
Doctor Who: Flux review (spoilers)
December 19, 2021 | Mark Harrison
Sontarans, Angels and Ravagers, oh my! Chris Chibnall’s chaotic six-parter puts plot before character.Read More
UK TV review: In My Skin Season 2
December 12, 2021 | Helen Archer
The balance between comedy and drama can be a tricky one to navigate. The first season of In My Skin, which introduced us to 16-year-old Bethan (Gabrielle Creevy), managed the line expertly, from the humour of school to the tragedy … Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: The Hunt for Bible John
December 7, 2021 | Helen Archer
The myth and fear surrounding the mysterious serial killer Bible John fuel this elegy to Glasgow and to its inhabitants.Read More
