Some superheroes have even been directly created from existing gods, such as the Mjolnir-wielding Thor. First, were not including any actual comic book superhero games. So, in no particular order, heres the line up. On release way back in 1989,Populouswas a revelation. Now, theres a god-like ability we wouldnt mind in a power cut. In the name of Harman…
Looking to discover some of the best films of last year that might just have flown under your radar? Heres our round-up… General consensus seems to be that 2010 was a solid year for English-language films. But, as usual, there were an abundance of movies that didnt quite get the love they deserved. As for the rest? Well, lets just say its worth you digging out any of these… 10....
Clueless about classic comedy The Larry Sanders Show? Heres Jacks handy guide to Garry Shandlings underrated series… Celebrities appear onThe Larry Sanders Show, usually portraying exaggerated, often unflattering, versions of themselves. The Characters Larry SandersLarry is a neurotic, narcissistic comic and the host ofThe Larry Sanders Show. Hes constantly bothered by ratings and the success of rivals shows. Hes insecure and very concerned by the size of his ass, a constant source of paranoia for Larry....
It might be there inadvertently! Oh, I will tell you where! Ill give you a clue. Its in the film, and its almost in an analogous spot from the spot inEnchanted. Ive followed your scores for a long time. Im going score specifically, because I think we talk about the songs a lot. But they never seem to make the round-up albums! Is that how you see it? Well, the job when you write film underscore is to be ignored....
They were one rewrite away from a date with the grim reaper. We look back at the movie characters who were never supposed to make the end credits… Warning: lots ofspoilersahead. However, the original plan, when Riggs is shot in the film, was that hed die. Even accepting Patsy Kensit. A fairly limp way to go, when you consider who hed fought in the film before. And yet, he did....
Cult series The Avengers gets a lavish tribute in Marcus Hearns celebratory book. As editor of UK Marvel Comics, he set up the excellent and much lamented Hammer Horror Magazine. Add to this nowThe Avengers: A Celebrationfocusing on 50 Years of a Television Classic. And this goal it achieves rather well. Apart from Honor Blackmans Cathy Gale, we also had Julie Stevens Venus Smith in six episodes. The quality of the photos are absolutely superb....
Anticipation forThe Kings Speechhas been steadily building since its premiere back in September at the Toronto International Film Festival. And Firth, would you believe it, that elegant gent, dropped aRocky IVreference. Ad content continues below Have you been surprised by the response the film has been getting? And even judging the stammer so many pitfalls. It could be comedic. And even if you laughed at him only once, that would be completely misfiring....
Our look back at The Muppet Show continues, with episode 22 guest starring Broadway legend Ethel Merman. The song would go on to be performed a number of times in future episodes ofThe Muppet Show. Sadly, beyond this theres very little of merit in the show. The opening ofJavaperformed by two dancing tubes is mildly amusing at first, but outstays its welcome. Granted, it was explored to a certain extent previously, but the potential was there and sadly squandered....
Where were you when you heard about theCapricacancellation? Did you fear it was coming? I have no idea where I was that was months ago. But yes, the fear of cancellation was always hanging over us like the sword of Damocles. Wed gotten used to it. In a way it sort of fueled us on. Ad content continues below What have you thought of the reaction to the show getting cancelled?...
A story from Tom Bakers eighteenth and final season as Doctor Who, Meglos arrives on DVD. But has time been kind to it? Which, on reflection, is probably something of a relief. Extras Despite the poverty of the main attraction, the extras forMeglosare actually not too bad. Episode: Rating: 4 out of 5
Too true, Jean Claude van Damme inTimecop. But its better than six, I guess, so lets be thankful for that. We caught up with him at The London Film Museum (an incredible venue. Check it out at once!) to talk Russell Crowe, mainstream Hollywood and the legendary Brian Dennehy. I just wondered how much thats representative of you as a filmmaker too. I imagine it must have been a daunting task making this film....
I thought the film was fantastic, first of all. Were you daunted by the task of writing it? Yes, I know! And this story had been knocking around in his head for years. It was an amazing piece of work. All those things were of interest to me, and rang bells for me as a writer. That they wouldnt see the psychological value in the story? So, they all know he chopped his arm off, and they all know he survived....
Battle Royale is ten years old this year, and has just been re-released on DVD and Blu-ray. We look back at director Kinji Fukusakus violent classic… Even a decade on,Battle Royaleis still a shockingly brutal film. Instead, Fukasaku explores how the 40 students react in the face of almost certain death. Some refuse to fight, choosing instead to fling themselves off the nearest cliff. Ad content continues below Still others take to killing with psychotic relish....
