VOD TV recap: 24: Live Another Day Episode 8

This contains spoilers.

“Yikes!” That should be the title of Live Another Day Episode 8, which sees President Heller exclaim the frankly under-used word as Jack performs impromptu surgery on him.

It’s not easy being President. If 24 has taught … Read More

Netflix UK review: Archer: Vice (Season 5)

Drastically altering the formula of a popular television show that’s already had four great seasons feels like a fool’s errand. Not only is there the genuine argument that if it ain’t broke, you don’t fix it; there’s a very real … Read More

Netflix binge review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 (Episode 9, 10)

Relationships are important in Orange Is the New Black. Episode 9 of Season 2 tackles family – one of the show’s prominent themes – and Episode 10 deals with strangers, especially within the prison walls. ​ 40oz of Furlough takes … Read More

Netflix binge-review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 7 and 8

Orange has always found a way to be witty, edgy and entertaining. Season 2 has been no exception, but has introduced an air of mystery and uncertainty to Litchfield. Where Season 1 had some fear for Piper’s wellbeing, Season 2 … Read More

UK TV review: Hannibal Season 2 Episode 7 (Yakimono)

This review contains spoilers.

Two characters experience release this week; Miriam from her subterranean prison (and potentially from being trapped in the nightmare the Ripper made for her) and Will from his own. After last week’s clues point all fingers … Read More

VOD TV recap: 24: Live Another Day Episode 7

This contains spoilers.

“She’s also missing her little finger. That’s not from the bus, but it looks like a recent wound.”

That’s the paramedic taking Simone to hospital after she got hit by a bus at the end of last … Read More

VOD recap: Game of Thrones Season 4 Episode 10 (The Children)

You’d almost think it was deliberate that HBO took a week break, just so that the Game of Thrones Season 4 finale could be shown on Father’s Day. Because father’s are important in Westeros. In Tywin’s case, important in screwing … Read More

Netflix TV review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2, Episode 6 (You Also Have a Pizza)

What is love? It’s Valentine’s Day and this is the question posed to the inhabitants of Litchfield prison in short cut-scenes throughout Episode 6. Sometimes humbling, sometimes poignant, sometimes hilarious; it’s an array of stylistic writing that shows awareness for … Read More

Sky Atlantic TV review: Penny Dreadful Season 1 Episode 5 (Closer Than Sisters)

“You have to name something to make it come to life,” says Vanessa Ives (Eva Green) in Episode 5 of Penny Dreadful. “Like a witch’s spell.” That’s why she names the all the animals she stuffs and displays. Dead things … Read More

Netflix UK review: Orange Is the New Black Season 2 Episode 5 (Low Self-Esteem City)

Episode 5 revolves around faith. Following the story of Gloria Mendoza (Selenis Leyva), it explores her relationship with faith as well as her status within the prison. A strong believer in the lighting of candles and the power of hope, … Read More