Survive at all costs
Even those with an entirely understandable objection to Hollywood’s never-ending, contrived war films ramming American patriotism down everyone’s throats should check out Peter Berg’s latest modern day military drama.
Issue 1566
31st Jan 2014
Sherlock’s success: It’s Elementary?
Emily Fulham considers a competitor to Sherlock’s crown
Neil Gaiman’s Sandman
Maciej Matuszewski explores one of the best and most influential graphic novels
World-wide talent to teach I.C. Wing Chun
It’s been a big year for I.C. Wing Chun. We’ve joined the UK Wing Chun Kung Fu Association (UKWCKFA), a leading association for Wing Chun with links across the country and the world.
Jack Steadman vs. Jack Ryan
The latest entry in the Jack Ryan franchise (a character who shares with James Bond and The Doctor the habit of being played by multiple different actors with varying degrees of respect for previous iterations) punches the big red ‘reboot’ button –
The Brothers Grim
Shocked to see how Christian Bale was a ‘fatman’ in American Hustle? The clearly dedicated actor is back to a healthier looking shape in Scott Cooper’s highly depressing thriller that highlights that not all of America is a land of opportunity. No protagonist here can catch a break in this grim...
Director masterclass: Joel & Ethan Coen
The Coen Brothers have been able to create such strong, individual voices for their characters for so long now it’s hard to imagine a small town life in America without thinking about it in terms of Coen Brothers movie.
(Chinese New) Year of the Horse is here
Don’t worry - no horse meat involved in the production of this issue...
Made in Chelsea vs The Only Way is Essex
After the initial blinding from the blonde hair and the fake tans, we collected as a team.
Mandarin Orange Creme Brulee
East Meets West in this delectable dessert. Makes x8 small/x4 large
Russel Tovey shines in The Pass
With the latest revelation from Thomas Hitzlsperger, and Tom Daley’s recent announcement that he is in a gay relationship, the topic of high profile sportsman and homosexuality is currently much discussed.
Imperial academics on list of top UK practising scientists
Two Imperial College researchers have been placed on list of 100 top practising scientists compiled by the Science Council.