The Shawshank Redemption has earned a reputation for being one of the most popular films of all time. Despite an unimpressive performance…

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

Some guidelines on how to run a film discussion evening and how to choose a suitable film.

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

According to the Romans, ‘bread and circuses’ were the key to keeping a population content. As long as their immediate physical…

I'm not sure exactly what makes someone a phenomenon, but anyone who has managed to win 62 music awards in two years and has produced a…

The sun rises over the townships of South Africa on 10th May 1994. And the question at the back of everybody's mind is posed aloud by the…

The Torchwood team have come a long way since their first rather dubious dealings with extraterrestrial invaders back in 2006. Billed as…

Bill Maher, a well-known American comedian, satirist and religious sceptic has added this comedy-documentary to the growing number of…