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Sunday 23 November 2008
Einstein and Eddington
Einstein and Eddington is the story of Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity and his relationship with British scientist Sir Arthur Eddington, a new BBC drama. I was impressed by this, it struck me as being a very accessible film that attempts to explain Einstein’s theory whilst exploring the lives of the two scientists and their extraordinary relationship. I liked the way it showed that science can overcome the absurdity of war and bring down borders by bringing people together. Einstein and Eddington could be a little twee, but it was insightful in terms of their personal lives and relationship and I’d recommend it.
— Andy
Saturday 25 October 2008
TV: Battlestar Galactica 4.1
Possibly the fastest-paced season of Battlestar Galactica so far, and full of twists and revelations. It really made up for the rather poor second half of the previous season which I hadn’t really enjoyed all that much. I’m not going to say much else about it as it would be too easy to give plot details away that would spoil it for anyone reading this who is yet to watch the episodes. The last thing I’ll say is that I am a little disappointed that my theory on President Roslin was wrong. If you haven’t watch this season yet, go watch it, and if you haven’t even seen Battlestar Galactica you are really missing a great show!
— Andy
Tags: 2008, drama, recommended, sci-fi, television, usa
Sunday 06 July 2008
TV: Criminal Justice
This has kept me hooked all week! Criminal Justice has been a surprisingly intelligent and engaging mini-series for the BBC. Its depiction of the criminal justice system seemed real and the characters were well drawn. It was easy to connect to the accused and feel compassion for his predicament (despite Ben Whishaw’s slight over-acting — was I alone in noticing that?), although the little twist towards the end made me start to doubt everything I’d understood up to then. Unfortunately the final episode seemed to go a little out of control and felt out of place with the preceding episodes, but I can forgive them for that. It’s good to see some quality drama being broadcast on BBC One for a change.
— Andy
Tuesday 27 May 2008
TV: Mad Men
Mad Men is a stylish incredibly well written drama from the States. The plot is subtle and well paced; it is a real slow-burner, but staying with it has been very rewarding. The first series has just finished on BBC Four in the UK and the cliff-hangers of the final episode have left me feeling a little impatient to see the second series. Yes, it does seem uneventful and slow at times, but it is worth sticking with as over time you’ll realise that it is one of the most intelligent and enjoyable shows about at the moment.
— Andy
Tags: drama, television, usa
Saturday 10 May 2008
TV: Best of Youth
I have just completed watching the Italian mini-series Best of Youth that has been shown on BBC Four recently and wow what a remarkably beautiful and moving story it was. The character of Matteo alone made it a compelling watch. His character was incredibly mysterious and sad, yet very deep even if we were given little insight into what was making him tick. Best of Youth managed to completely draw me in and the characters were so well drawn and acted that I really began to care about them and share in their moments of sadness and happiness. It is 400 minutes of TV well spent.
— Andy
Tags: drama, italy, television