Rants & Raves

The Girls’ Guide to Formula 1: Drive to Survive (Netflix)

Why is it so popular? Isn’t it about cars?

Mar 20 •

Did Netflix throw Meghan under the bus?

Inspired by true, calamitous events.

Mar 8 •

Beast Games: the best or worst TV?

Plus six astounding facts about Jimmy Donaldson aka MrBeast.

Feb 26 •

Film & TV: Kate Rates and Slates

What I’ve been watching recently, and whether you should too.

Oct 2, 2024 •

When the audience is more remarkable than the show

Sometimes it’s the crowd that prompts the story rather than the act.

Sep 16, 2024 •

It Ends With Us: Film Review & the Outing of ChatGPT

Warning: Does contain vague spoilers, and will lead you to question your faith in AI.

Aug 25, 2024 •

Edinburgh Festival – setting the scene

The entertainment highlight of the year.

Jul 26, 2024 •

Review: The Bear – Season 3

Does not contain spoilers, only emotional outbursts.

Jul 17, 2024 •

Review: The Idea of You & Leo Grande

Does contain spoilers, or maybe encouragers depending on your viewpoint.

Jun 6, 2024 •

Rave review: Baby Reindeer – Netflix

'True story' or 'based on true events'? Here's what I think.

May 2, 2024 •

Rave review: ABBA Voyage

Plus my own voyage with Abba through the decades.

Apr 25, 2024 •

Rave review: Julia Masli – Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

When were you last actually scared in a theatre?

Apr 15, 2024 •

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