Usually Star Trek: Enterprise is cited as the moment when Trek “lost it.” I think it was a little earlier, with Star Trek: Voyager. Which is painful to say; I grew up watching Voyager almost as much as the previous two. I clearly remember going and buying VHS tapes (each containing two whole episodes!) which…
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Review: Star Trek – Deep Space Nine
The world-building continues from The Next Generation‘s template. But Deep Space Nine changes the beat and the rhythm before its done. With the liberation of the planet Bajor from Cardassian occupation, The Federation establish an outpost nearby. But before they even settle in on the old Cardassian station, a wormhole is discovered. Not only does…
Review: Star Trek – The Next Generation
The gold standard for Star Trek. Immutable and forever. First airing on television in 1987 and running for seven full seasons, Star Trek: The Next Generation is the powerhouse sequel the likes of which many movie franchises enjoy. Set 100 years after the Original Series featuring Captain Kirk and Spock, this series followed a new…
Banter: The Lost Legend
I’d like to bring your attention to a little-known, cult film from 1985 that will forever be stuck in my mind as incredible fantasy film nostalgia. The film is called Legend and was directed by Ridley Scott and stars Tom Cruise. Now you might well know this film, but did you know that the version…
Double Review: 21 Jump Street
21 Jump Street (2012) Comedy is always a tough sell for me, I don’t go in for them because my sense of humour is very particular. 21 Jump Street was very middle of the road. Two opposing students from High School, a nerd and a jock, both sign up to the Police force together only…
Review: The Sweeney
Something about crime drama set in Britain just irks me. Adapted from the 1970s television show of the same name, The Sweeney follows two of the more unconventional police officers in Britain, whose lack of regard for authority has them running out of allies while hunting down a devious criminal. The film is a classic…
Review: Quiz Show
The first film I’ve seen that was directed by Robert Redford, Quiz Show is rightfully regarded as one of his best. Based off a true story, the film follows the ethical minefield of a quiz show at the advent of television that encouraged its contestants to cheat by giving them the answers ahead of time….