1981, Colts Neck, New Jersey. Bruce Springsteen (Jeremy Allen White) is on the cusp of superstardom, having just completed a sold out tour and with his album “The River” a huge hit his record label want him to keep up the momentum. Bruce however wants to work on something more personal and chooses to hole … Continue reading Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere
The story of the Von Erich wrestling dynasty as told through the eyes of Kevin Von Erich (Zac Efron) is one of brotherly love and tragedy. The Iron Claw is also based on the true story of the real life wrestling hall of fame Von Erich’s. The family patriarch Fritz Von Erich (Holt McCallany) tried … Continue reading The Iron Claw
Last year the television shows that I watched were so insanely good that I created a Top 20 list and had 5 special mentions. This year, with the exception of my favourite 3 shows I am not sure anything would jostle last year's top 10 for position. Which is a shame. Or perhaps I watched … Continue reading 2023 – Year In Review – Television
Anna (Jessie Buckley) and Ryan (Jeremy Allen White) share true love. And thanks to modern technology that love has been scientifically proven thanks to a rather painful test. The only issue is that Anna is having some doubts and in an effort to understand more she starts a job at a love clinic where she … Continue reading Fingernails
Controversial statement - Was TV better than Cinema this year? One thing I am constantly amazed at is the sheer volume of terrific TV available to us now. Every time I have a conversation with someone about what they watched this year it almost goes without saying they will name a minimum of two shows … Continue reading 2022 – Year In Review – Television
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