To my mind, one of the main interests of Philip Pullman’s controversial trilogy is not specifically related to the books. It lies in…

We imagine war is tough. We know it puts great strain on soldiers. But is war a drug? Even ‘the supreme drug of human…

A list of some films that will generate some great discussions for a film evening - or just to enjoy with some friends.

A film review and discussion guide to 'Paddington'.

James Bond has been in the spying business for such a long time that he really ought to be up for a long-service award. But the…

A review of Mamma Mia! - the movie.

A review of the film Juno.

An in-depth look at cognitive scientist Steven Pinker's book Rationality: What it is, Why it seems Scarce, Why it Matters

An examination of a life falling apart in the film 'Locke'.