It doesn’t take usually take too much persuasion to get me to try a new box set of DVDs, but I have to say that I was a little…

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

This wide-ranging collection of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks' writing and speeches offers plenty of food for thought.

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

Why does crime fiction fascinate so many people? What might this show us about people's concerns today.

David Cronenberg built his reputation on making challenging, boundary-breaking films which explore sexuality, violence and death. So…

The King's Speech is book-ended by two speeches. The first is a disaster, a deeply humiliating experience for Prince Albert, Duke of York…

As Andy leaves for college, Sheriff Woody (Tom Hanks), space ranger Buzz (Tim Allen) and what remains of the old gang confront the reality…

Having suffered a drawn-out divorce, a failed rebound relationship and a debilitating bout of depression, Elizabeth Gilbert decides to go…