The Tales Of Monkey Island: The Siege Of Spinner Cay PC review

Now theres a thought. That said, I wasnt as impressed with the overall look of this instalment. Rating: 3 out of 5

August 23, 2009 · 1 min · 22 words · John Hendricks

The Dark Crystal Blu-ray review

A long awaited planetary alignment finally brings The Dark Crystal to Blu-ray… Them having to turn their entire upper body to look behind is awkward and, unsurprisingly, Muppet-like. ButDark Crystalproved that it was an entirely practical premise given the immense talent of the Henson people. So how well doesThe Dark Crystaltransfer to high definition? My reaction to the sound is that its wonderful in places and somewhat strained in others....

August 20, 2009 · 1 min · 101 words · Tyler Mcintyre

Battlestar Galactica season 1 episode 11 review: Colonial Day

She wants to set up a Quorum Of Twelve, with a representative from each of the colonies. Ad content continues below But the problems dont stop there. Zarek wins the argument for a vice president to be considered, and his name is nominated. He initially has some support, but it soon becomes clear that its dwindling in favour of Zarek. Eventually, she dumps Gray, and on the back of an eloquent radio interview opts for Baltar instead....

August 19, 2009 · 1 min · 128 words · Lacey Rios

Archer MacLean interview and Wheelspin hands-on

Wheelspinhas been designed with the Wii, and wide appeal, in mind. They are also full of perilous pitfalls, loop-the-loops and sharp, barrier-less corners. After the play through, I had the chance to talk with MacLean himself. Ad content continues below Archer, thanks for talking with me. To start with, tell me, what was the inspiration behindWheelspin? I just wanted to do a really good racing game on the Wii. Why a racing game, though?...

August 18, 2009 · 4 min · 706 words · Kelly Lynn DDS

Labyrinth Blu-ray review

Jim Henson’s last movie gets the high definition treatment. Simon joins David Bowie in the 1080p Labyrinth… Plus, theres the small matter that I really do love it. Thats unsurprising, though, when you see whos behind the camera. The man does not disappoint. Ad content continues below Then theres the David Bowie factor. The actual plot is quite straightforward. It also brought home just how badly cinema and television has missed Jim Henson....

August 18, 2009 · 2 min · 225 words · Ruben Howe

Battlestar Galactica season 1 episode 9 review: Tigh Me Up, Tigh Me Down

Colonel Tigh steps into the spotlight, as Adama brings his wife to Battlestar Galactica… 9. The answer, as it turned out, was yes and no. Tigh orders that the Raider is investigated, to try and glean some intel from it. Instead, its Colonel Tighs wife, who he had assumed was dead. Roslin confides in Tigh as to her suspicions about Adama. Is this Cylon probing, or worse, human manipulation? Weve had hints about Tighs drinking before, but in the company of his wife, his behaviour degenerates....

August 17, 2009 · 1 min · 102 words · Charles Patel

The Goods review

Can The Goods capture any of the magic of The Hangover? Ron’s been finding out… There are a lot of people in Hollywood who have one thing that they do well. Jeremy Piven is one of them. Julia Roberts was the go-to girl for romantic comedy heroines for many years. Vince Vaughn plays the sleazy guy who secretly has a heart of gold under his layers of sarcasm. Seth Rogen is the default pothead sidekick kind of guy....

August 17, 2009 · 1 min · 188 words · Richard Parker

Being Human episode 1 review

I know, I was as surprised as you are. Does it deserve its place on the broadcasters top channel and does it warrant your attention second time round? But I digress…). The on-screen chemistry between the three is outstanding. But its Turner who really shines in this first episode with a screen presence any show would kill for. Little wonder hes been handed the most interesting role. But whats a vampire to do when the thirst hits him?...

August 14, 2009 · 1 min · 89 words · Jacob Maldonado

Inglourious Basterds review

Ad content continues below But it is over too soon. However, this is completely tangential to the films tendency to caricature other characters, namely the Nazis. Even the British are played for quirky laughs. References suddenly fly thick and fast, and the familiar enthusiastic, encyclopedic obscurity comes to the forefront. This is Tarantinos full-blown salute to his one true love. And, in some ways, this is Tarantinos most beautiful film, prankster tomfoolery aside....

August 14, 2009 · 1 min · 131 words · Pamela Henderson

Revisiting Kevin Smith’s Jersey Girl

Is this Kevin Smith’s least popular film? Ollie Trinke (Ben Affleck) is a high flying media publicist in New York. He is devoted to his job and to his girlfriend Gertrude (Jennifer Lopez). The two later make up and Gertie agrees to move to New York. Kids get over this stuff easily, it seems. Jersey Girlwas in many ways a big risk for Kevin Smith. But there was one major obstacle against him at the time: Bennifer....

August 13, 2009 · 1 min · 150 words · Kelly Howard

Battlestar Galactica season 1 episode 8 review: Flesh And Bone

Roslin has been getting visions of him, too, and they inform her actions as the episode progresses. Ad content continues below But Adama is only too aware that thats a tall order. They prove to be prescient words. Before we get there, though, there are a few further plot points going on here. She eventually visits Baltar later in the episode requesting to be the first tested under his Cylon detection scheme....

August 12, 2009 · 1 min · 200 words · Ashley Clark

Star Trek III: The Search For Spock Blu-ray review

Ad content continues below I guess the biggest problem I have is how far fetched the basic premise is. There are also some plot devices which seem to contradict just about everything weve ever known about the Enterprise. And why does being shot at damage them so easily? But by far my biggest dislike is the reappearance, admittedly briefly, of Kirks son, David. Maybe director Leonard Nimoy fancied the scenery chewing that Shatner would make over the Klingon bastard!...

August 12, 2009 · 1 min · 161 words · Kevin Miller

The Brave And The Bold: Without Sin TPB review

Brave and bold or tired and old? Tom Fenwick examines the revival of a once long-running team-up… Waids departure posed questions as to the future direction of this book and is whereWithout Sinpicks up. Of course, she is no ordinary little girl. His close-up work in particular allows for an intense engagement with the characters. The Brave And The Bold: Without Sincan bepre-ordered. Rating: 4 out of 5

August 12, 2009 · 1 min · 68 words · Dominic Lopez