While the ice melts
Somewhat remarkable scenes happened at a Channel 4 televised leaders debate on the environment last night. Both Prime Minster Boris Johnson and Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage did not turn up and their places were taken by melting ice pieces. However off camera Government minister Michael Gove accompanied the Prime Ministers father Stanley tried to take the Conservative place was turned back. This has lead the Conservatives lodging a complaint with broadcasting OFCOM about the matter. Some have expressed concern at the future of Channel 4 as it's broadcasting licence comes up for review in 2024. The Prime Minister has also come in criticism for not being interviewed by Andre Neill who is regarded as the toughest interviewer working today. We shall see if the interview happens.
Friday, 29 November 2019
Thursday, 28 November 2019
End of the road for Homer and family?
Is one of TVs currently longest running and successful TV shows coming to an end? Well according to Danny Elfman composer of The Simpsons theme that may be the case. Starting off as a skit on Tracey Ullman's Show the show which detailed the misadventures of Homer, Marge, Bart. Lisa and Maggie became a pop culture sensation even spawning a box office hit movie. However in recent years some would the show has became a pale shadow of what it had been. more news when it happens.
Is one of TVs currently longest running and successful TV shows coming to an end? Well according to Danny Elfman composer of The Simpsons theme that may be the case. Starting off as a skit on Tracey Ullman's Show the show which detailed the misadventures of Homer, Marge, Bart. Lisa and Maggie became a pop culture sensation even spawning a box office hit movie. However in recent years some would the show has became a pale shadow of what it had been. more news when it happens.
Wednesday, 27 November 2019
Clive James (1939-2019)
The death has been announced of Clive James. Moving from his native Australia to the UK in the 1960s Clive first gained notice as a literary and TV. Clive moved onto TV itself presenting such programmes as Saturday Night Clive and The Clive James Show where he employed his razor sharp wit when introducing clips of over seas TV shows like numerous Japanese dare devil game shows. On print and TV Clive James leaves a great legacy.
Clive James R. I. P.
The death has been announced of Clive James. Moving from his native Australia to the UK in the 1960s Clive first gained notice as a literary and TV. Clive moved onto TV itself presenting such programmes as Saturday Night Clive and The Clive James Show where he employed his razor sharp wit when introducing clips of over seas TV shows like numerous Japanese dare devil game shows. On print and TV Clive James leaves a great legacy.
Clive James R. I. P.
Tuesday, 26 November 2019
Monday, 25 November 2019
Sunday, 24 November 2019
2 birds for sale
2 famous puppets have gone up for auction. Emu and Orville the Duck. Emu was an aggressive Ostrich who in partnership with Rod Hull left a mark on those who speared on shows with the pair. One person who escaped unharmed was Billy Connolly who threaten to break Emu's beak should he come close. On the opposite side of the coin from Emu is Orville the Duck who with Keith Harris was a regular fixture on TV in the 1980s. The pair even had a hit single with I Wish I Could Fly. Rod Hull died in 1998 after falling from the roof of his home whilst trying to fix a TV areil. Keith Harris died in 2015 from Cancer.
2 famous puppets have gone up for auction. Emu and Orville the Duck. Emu was an aggressive Ostrich who in partnership with Rod Hull left a mark on those who speared on shows with the pair. One person who escaped unharmed was Billy Connolly who threaten to break Emu's beak should he come close. On the opposite side of the coin from Emu is Orville the Duck who with Keith Harris was a regular fixture on TV in the 1980s. The pair even had a hit single with I Wish I Could Fly. Rod Hull died in 1998 after falling from the roof of his home whilst trying to fix a TV areil. Keith Harris died in 2015 from Cancer.
Return time
Further to the announcement of both Stephen Fry and Lenny Henry as guest stars on the next series of Doctor Who, however this has previous experience on the show. Robert Glenister first appeared on the 1984 story The Caves of Androzani which not only was the last regular appearance for Peter Davisons's 5th Doctor but is also regraded as one of the best in the shows long history. Robert's is now best known for his role in con artist drama Hustle
Further to the announcement of both Stephen Fry and Lenny Henry as guest stars on the next series of Doctor Who, however this has previous experience on the show. Robert Glenister first appeared on the 1984 story The Caves of Androzani which not only was the last regular appearance for Peter Davisons's 5th Doctor but is also regraded as one of the best in the shows long history. Robert's is now best known for his role in con artist drama Hustle
Thursday, 21 November 2019
Who guests
2 of the guest stars for the next series of have been announced, Stephen Fry and Lenny Henry will making appearances on a show the both some history with. At one point Fry was asked by Rusesell T Davies to write a story but prior commients stooped that. On his 1980s sketch show Henry played The Doctor taking on the Cybermen led by a Cyber version of Margaret Thatcer! The new series is due to air early next year
2 of the guest stars for the next series of have been announced, Stephen Fry and Lenny Henry will making appearances on a show the both some history with. At one point Fry was asked by Rusesell T Davies to write a story but prior commients stooped that. On his 1980s sketch show Henry played The Doctor taking on the Cybermen led by a Cyber version of Margaret Thatcer! The new series is due to air early next year
Wednesday, 20 November 2019
Fantasy rules
3 fantasy TV series have been recommissioned for second seasons with one still airing it's first. another about to air it's first the final one still yet to omplete production on it's debut season. Sill airing on both sides of the Atlantic His Dark Materials has been given another season. Soon to make it's debut on Nerflix. Perhaps the most impressive recommission is for the Lord of the Rings on Amazon Prime. Only 2 episodes of the first season have been made but a second season has been ordered. A sign of great confidence in the production.
3 fantasy TV series have been recommissioned for second seasons with one still airing it's first. another about to air it's first the final one still yet to omplete production on it's debut season. Sill airing on both sides of the Atlantic His Dark Materials has been given another season. Soon to make it's debut on Nerflix. Perhaps the most impressive recommission is for the Lord of the Rings on Amazon Prime. Only 2 episodes of the first season have been made but a second season has been ordered. A sign of great confidence in the production.
Tuesday, 19 November 2019
Monday, 18 November 2019
Sunday, 17 November 2019
Best of Tales of the Unexpected
The series of twisty tale that in it's early days was introduced by Roald Dahl who wrote some of the stories. Here are the 10 best episodes
1. Royal Jelly
A beekeeper uses the honey from the bees he keeps to help his newborn child's illness despite his wife objection and she is right for reasons of the fantastic. Starring Timothy West and Susan George.
2. The Vorpal Blade
An Ellary man thinks back to the role he played in a fatal duel fought in pre WWII Germany. Episode has a double twist. Starring Peter Cushing
3. Parson's Pleasure
A con man tries to swindle some gullible farmers out of a priceless antique. However his plans go awray. Starring John Gielgud and Bernard Miles
4. The Landlady
A cautionary tale about having you accommodation arranged before you leave.
5. The Sound Machine
An enviromentaist tract in which a botanist invents a machine to listen to plants only to hear their screams. Starring Harry Andrews
6. Lamb to the Slaughter
A woman arrives home to find her police dctive husband. Does she know more than she is letting on. Starring Susan George, Brian Blessed and Micheal Byrne.
7. Dirty Detail
A Vietnam War veteran comes across the Sergeant who brutalised him and so decides to get some pay back. Starring Kevin Dobson and George Peppard
8. Skeleton in the Cupboard
A man becomes troubled when a young woman starts asking questions in the local area, so he decides to take deadly action. With a gut punch of an ending. Starring Charles Dance and Zoe Wannamaker.
9. Death Can Add
A fraudster is being blackmailed about his activities so he decides to kill his blackmailer. Starring Ian Holm and Jan Francis
10. Wink Three Times
A light hearted tale of mishaps and misunstanings at a hotel. Starring Peter Davison and Liza Goddard.
The series of twisty tale that in it's early days was introduced by Roald Dahl who wrote some of the stories. Here are the 10 best episodes
1. Royal Jelly
A beekeeper uses the honey from the bees he keeps to help his newborn child's illness despite his wife objection and she is right for reasons of the fantastic. Starring Timothy West and Susan George.
2. The Vorpal Blade
An Ellary man thinks back to the role he played in a fatal duel fought in pre WWII Germany. Episode has a double twist. Starring Peter Cushing
3. Parson's Pleasure
A con man tries to swindle some gullible farmers out of a priceless antique. However his plans go awray. Starring John Gielgud and Bernard Miles
4. The Landlady
A cautionary tale about having you accommodation arranged before you leave.
5. The Sound Machine
An enviromentaist tract in which a botanist invents a machine to listen to plants only to hear their screams. Starring Harry Andrews
6. Lamb to the Slaughter
A woman arrives home to find her police dctive husband. Does she know more than she is letting on. Starring Susan George, Brian Blessed and Micheal Byrne.
7. Dirty Detail
A Vietnam War veteran comes across the Sergeant who brutalised him and so decides to get some pay back. Starring Kevin Dobson and George Peppard
8. Skeleton in the Cupboard
A man becomes troubled when a young woman starts asking questions in the local area, so he decides to take deadly action. With a gut punch of an ending. Starring Charles Dance and Zoe Wannamaker.
9. Death Can Add
A fraudster is being blackmailed about his activities so he decides to kill his blackmailer. Starring Ian Holm and Jan Francis
10. Wink Three Times
A light hearted tale of mishaps and misunstanings at a hotel. Starring Peter Davison and Liza Goddard.
Saturday, 16 November 2019
Thursday, 14 November 2019
Axel goes streaming
It has been announced that the fourth Beverly Hills Cop film will be produced for streaming giants Netflix. Stat Eddie Murphy is getting rave reviews for another film he has done for Netflix, My Name is Dolemite. So why is the new Beverly Hills Cop going straight to streaming? Some have suggested the poor performances of other follow ups may be the answer. The Shining sequel Dr Sleep and Terminator: Dark Fate have preformed below expectations so say Axel Foley's fourth outing has gone straight to streaming.
It has been announced that the fourth Beverly Hills Cop film will be produced for streaming giants Netflix. Stat Eddie Murphy is getting rave reviews for another film he has done for Netflix, My Name is Dolemite. So why is the new Beverly Hills Cop going straight to streaming? Some have suggested the poor performances of other follow ups may be the answer. The Shining sequel Dr Sleep and Terminator: Dark Fate have preformed below expectations so say Axel Foley's fourth outing has gone straight to streaming.
Wednesday, 13 November 2019
Tuesday, 12 November 2019
Non replacement
ITV have announced that both Good Morning Britain and This Morning will be extended by half a hour in order to replace The Jeremy Kyle Show which was axed after the tragic death of a show guest. The news will come as a disappointment to those who wanted the return of game/quiz shows like Cross Wits and Win, Lose or Draw.
ITV have announced that both Good Morning Britain and This Morning will be extended by half a hour in order to replace The Jeremy Kyle Show which was axed after the tragic death of a show guest. The news will come as a disappointment to those who wanted the return of game/quiz shows like Cross Wits and Win, Lose or Draw.
Monday, 11 November 2019
Sunday, 10 November 2019
Royston's troubled homecoming
Risque comedian Roy Chubby Brown upcoming gig in his home town of Meddlesbourgh has run into a bit of a fuss. The manager of the venue has resigned in protest at Roy's material which has deemed sexist and racist among other things. Roy had been banned from playing his home town among other locations due to complaints. However the mayor of Middlesboourg overturned Roy's ban. Roy's real name Royston Vasey was used as the name of the setting of the League of Gentlemen TV series.
Risque comedian Roy Chubby Brown upcoming gig in his home town of Meddlesbourgh has run into a bit of a fuss. The manager of the venue has resigned in protest at Roy's material which has deemed sexist and racist among other things. Roy had been banned from playing his home town among other locations due to complaints. However the mayor of Middlesboourg overturned Roy's ban. Roy's real name Royston Vasey was used as the name of the setting of the League of Gentlemen TV series.
Friday, 8 November 2019
BoJo and Jezza face off
Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn in 2 1 on 1 debates. This is in complete contrast to the last General Election in which Johnson's predecessor Theresa May refused to take part in any debates and some would say this damaged her. Johnson and Corbyn will also take part in a debate with Lib Dem. SNP. Greens, Brexit and Plaid Crymu leaders.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn in 2 1 on 1 debates. This is in complete contrast to the last General Election in which Johnson's predecessor Theresa May refused to take part in any debates and some would say this damaged her. Johnson and Corbyn will also take part in a debate with Lib Dem. SNP. Greens, Brexit and Plaid Crymu leaders.
Thursday, 7 November 2019
Joining forces
Today saw the launch Britbox an new streaming service that sees the UK major broadcasting outfits join together to provide viewers a vast choice of viewing from their libraries. BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Jannel 5 have after years of planning have launched a service to rival the likes of Netflix. On offer will be likes Prime Suspect, Extras and Classic Doctor Who. Many people will be seeing how Britbox gets on.
Today saw the launch Britbox an new streaming service that sees the UK major broadcasting outfits join together to provide viewers a vast choice of viewing from their libraries. BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Jannel 5 have after years of planning have launched a service to rival the likes of Netflix. On offer will be likes Prime Suspect, Extras and Classic Doctor Who. Many people will be seeing how Britbox gets on.
Wednesday, 6 November 2019
Why should I watch this?
There are a couple of promos for 2 of I UK TVs most watched programmes that I myself find not worth watching. The first is for the next seres of I,m a Celebrity Get Me of Here! in which presenters Ant & Dec are lost trying to find their destination with Ant doing some very unfunny antics. The other is for Micael McIntyre's Big Show with Michael talking photos of dog droppings and petting them on social media. I for one will not be watching.
There are a couple of promos for 2 of I UK TVs most watched programmes that I myself find not worth watching. The first is for the next seres of I,m a Celebrity Get Me of Here! in which presenters Ant & Dec are lost trying to find their destination with Ant doing some very unfunny antics. The other is for Micael McIntyre's Big Show with Michael talking photos of dog droppings and petting them on social media. I for one will not be watching.
Tuesday, 5 November 2019
Getting on late with Gay
The death of Irish broadcasting legend Gay Bryne shows how revolutionary he was in the Republic of Ireland. His chat show The Late, Late Show was not afraid to tackle subjects that the very consertioove country. This included a debate about the sex lives of married couples and an interview with the woman who had a child with the then Bishop of Galway. More conventional guests included Piecre Brosnan, John Clesse, George Best U2. Gay left a mark on the Irish psyche.
Gay Bryne R I P
The death of Irish broadcasting legend Gay Bryne shows how revolutionary he was in the Republic of Ireland. His chat show The Late, Late Show was not afraid to tackle subjects that the very consertioove country. This included a debate about the sex lives of married couples and an interview with the woman who had a child with the then Bishop of Galway. More conventional guests included Piecre Brosnan, John Clesse, George Best U2. Gay left a mark on the Irish psyche.
Gay Bryne R I P
Monday, 4 November 2019
TV ratings 03-07-2019
The much hyped adaption of His Dark Materials launched to 7.3 million viewer on BBC 1. One person who will not be happy with this will be conservative writer Peter Hitchens who attacked the source novel for it's anti religion stance. Mr Hitchenss will be hoping ratings take a dip.
The much hyped adaption of His Dark Materials launched to 7.3 million viewer on BBC 1. One person who will not be happy with this will be conservative writer Peter Hitchens who attacked the source novel for it's anti religion stance. Mr Hitchenss will be hoping ratings take a dip.
Sunday, 3 November 2019
Sore losers
South Africa won this year's Rugby Union World Cup beating England in the final 32-12. However the English players did not react well to the defeat and refused to pick up their runners up medals. Even element of the British took against this display. The sense of sportsmanship is alive and well in some quarters.
South Africa won this year's Rugby Union World Cup beating England in the final 32-12. However the English players did not react well to the defeat and refused to pick up their runners up medals. Even element of the British took against this display. The sense of sportsmanship is alive and well in some quarters.
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