Not Going Out anytime soon
Tonight on BBC1 a special live edition of the Sit-Com Not Going Out is being shown. The show has been going out since 2007 and has on one occasion survived he axe. Though never a spectacular ratings hit in the manner garnering a viewership of around 5 million viewers. So how did it survive the axe? It is said that DVD sales of the show were so large that the cancellation of the show would mean a large loss of income for the BBC!
Friday, 21 December 2018
Thursday, 20 December 2018
Mary vs Julie
This week sees the release in cinemas of Mary Poppins Returns starring Emily Blunt as the titular magical nanny. The role was first played on the big screen by Julie Andrews in an Oscar winning performance. Julie has a part in a competing release, in comic book adaptation Aquaman she provides the voice to the sea Leviathan Karathean who in standing guard over an ancient trident that provides the film it's resolution.
You catch both Aquanan and Mary Poppins Returns at cinemas this weekend
This week sees the release in cinemas of Mary Poppins Returns starring Emily Blunt as the titular magical nanny. The role was first played on the big screen by Julie Andrews in an Oscar winning performance. Julie has a part in a competing release, in comic book adaptation Aquaman she provides the voice to the sea Leviathan Karathean who in standing guard over an ancient trident that provides the film it's resolution.
You catch both Aquanan and Mary Poppins Returns at cinemas this weekend
Wednesday, 19 December 2018
Lewis and his choice of words
Though he may have not won BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lewis Hamilton made an impact but for the wrong reason. When interviewed by Gary Lineaker about his unique background for a F1 driver Lewis said he came from the slums. Reaction in his hometown of Stevenage was that of outrage, Lewis has since admitted to a wrong choice of words.
Though he may have not won BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lewis Hamilton made an impact but for the wrong reason. When interviewed by Gary Lineaker about his unique background for a F1 driver Lewis said he came from the slums. Reaction in his hometown of Stevenage was that of outrage, Lewis has since admitted to a wrong choice of words.
Tuesday, 18 December 2018
Goodbye Jose or perhaps not
Jose Mourinho has been sacked as manager of Manchester United after a being beaten 3-1 by arch rivals Liverpool. One person not shedding any tears was Man U player Paul Pogba. The World Cup winner posted a tweet that was somewhat mocking of Jose which he then deleted. Some have called for Pogba to be given the axe himself. Man U meanwhile are searching for their fourth boss in 5 years.
Jose Mourinho has been sacked as manager of Manchester United after a being beaten 3-1 by arch rivals Liverpool. One person not shedding any tears was Man U player Paul Pogba. The World Cup winner posted a tweet that was somewhat mocking of Jose which he then deleted. Some have called for Pogba to be given the axe himself. Man U meanwhile are searching for their fourth boss in 5 years.
Monday, 17 December 2018
BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2018
Last night Tour De France winner Geriant Thomas was named this year winner. He beat out F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Harry Kane who lead England to the semi finals of the FIFA World Cup and earning himself the Golden Boot for the most prolific goalscorer in the competition. Tennis legend Billie Jean King was given the Lifetime Achievement award in recognition for her work in advancing the Women's game.
Last night Tour De France winner Geriant Thomas was named this year winner. He beat out F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Harry Kane who lead England to the semi finals of the FIFA World Cup and earning himself the Golden Boot for the most prolific goalscorer in the competition. Tennis legend Billie Jean King was given the Lifetime Achievement award in recognition for her work in advancing the Women's game.
Tuesday, 11 December 2018
Cibnall and those on Youtube
When Chris Chibnall was first announced I wrote about how in 1986 he and various other members of the Liverpool branch of the Doctor Who Appreciation Society confronted the show's then producer John Nathan-Turner with their displeasure at the show's direction on the BBC1 TV discussion programme Open Air. Now it is Chibnall is the man in charge and thanks to the rise of the internet and Youtube in particular the scrutiny is even more higher. Here are the 3 most outspoken of Chibnall's critics.
Bowlestrek
Without a doubt the most outspoken of Chibnall critics. His reviews of the last series episode are scathing. His dismay at the political content of the episodes is massive. He does not think much of Jodie Whitaker's acting skills.
El Patron
His main complaint of the new fans have attracted. His main complaint is that their political ideology makes them over sensitive to criticism of the shows new direction.
Alteroi
For those who complain that critics of the shows new direction are nothing but misogynistic men here is a women.. She gives a measured approach in describing the weak points in the shows new approach.
You can see videos from all 3 on Youtube
When Chris Chibnall was first announced I wrote about how in 1986 he and various other members of the Liverpool branch of the Doctor Who Appreciation Society confronted the show's then producer John Nathan-Turner with their displeasure at the show's direction on the BBC1 TV discussion programme Open Air. Now it is Chibnall is the man in charge and thanks to the rise of the internet and Youtube in particular the scrutiny is even more higher. Here are the 3 most outspoken of Chibnall's critics.
Bowlestrek
Without a doubt the most outspoken of Chibnall critics. His reviews of the last series episode are scathing. His dismay at the political content of the episodes is massive. He does not think much of Jodie Whitaker's acting skills.
El Patron
His main complaint of the new fans have attracted. His main complaint is that their political ideology makes them over sensitive to criticism of the shows new direction.
Alteroi
For those who complain that critics of the shows new direction are nothing but misogynistic men here is a women.. She gives a measured approach in describing the weak points in the shows new approach.
You can see videos from all 3 on Youtube
Monday, 10 December 2018
TV Ratings 09-12-2018
The final of this year's I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! was watched by 12.10 million viewers. They saw Harry Redknapp being crowned this year's King of the Jungle. While over on BBC1's social drama Care was watched over 3 million viewers. Earlier on the same channel the final episode of this years Doctor Was watched by 5.32 million viewers. Apart from a special on New Year's Day there will be no new Who in 2019 with the next series being broadcast in 2020.
The final of this year's I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! was watched by 12.10 million viewers. They saw Harry Redknapp being crowned this year's King of the Jungle. While over on BBC1's social drama Care was watched over 3 million viewers. Earlier on the same channel the final episode of this years Doctor Was watched by 5.32 million viewers. Apart from a special on New Year's Day there will be no new Who in 2019 with the next series being broadcast in 2020.
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