Tag Archives: Meryl Streep

Small Screen – this week’s top ten DVDs…

Posted on 25 March 2013 by Dean & Ellen

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 Long in the tooth… The blockbusting franchise concludes with an epic battle to save Bella’s daughter Renesmee from the fearsome Volturi vampires. If you can see this, then you might need a … Continue reading →

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Small Screen – this week’s top ten DVDs…

Posted on 18 March 2013 by Dean & Ellen

Skyfall Mission in action… Bond is back in action – and a well-tailored suit – in this Sam Mendes-helmed instalment in the super-spy franchise. This time 007’s loyalty is put to the test as M’s past comes back to haunt … Continue reading →

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Thought for the Day from The Bridges of Madison County

Posted on 28 October 2012 by Adele Craciun

“The old dreams were good dreams.  They didn’t work out, but I’m glad I had them.” The Bridges of Madison County (1995) Share this thought for the day on our Movie Talk Facebook page or Movie Talk Twitter stream.

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Big Screen – this week’s top ten at the cinema…

Posted on 12 October 2012 by Dean & Ellen

Taken 2 Hostage situation… This action thriller sequel sees Liam Neeson packing yet more punches as retired CIA operative Bryan Mills, who this time must protect his loved ones during a family holiday in Istanbul. If you can see this, … Continue reading →

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Couch Potato’s Tuesday Trivia: Mamma Mia! How Can Dawn resist you?

Posted on 9 October 2012 by Beth Williams

Comedienne Dawn French auditioned for the part of Rosie in this movie version of the popular stage musical Mamma Mia! However, her dodgy singing didn’t impress the musical director so the role went to Julie Walters instead. But, good old … Continue reading →

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Win romantic comedy Hope Springs goodie bags!

Posted on 28 September 2012 by Adele Craciun

Hope Springs, the charming new romantic comedy is out now in cinemas, starring Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones and Steve Carell and we have a 20 fantastic goodie bags from the film to give away. Each bag contains a Hope … Continue reading →

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Big Screen – this week’s top ten at the cinema…

Posted on 25 September 2012 by Dean & Ellen

The Sweeney Law and disorder… Ray Winstone and Ben Drew (better known as musician Plan B) play tough-nut law enforcers in this feature-length reworking of the 1970s TV crime drama. If you can see this, then you might need a … Continue reading →

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Name That Chest: Splendid armour, great biceps

Posted on 19 September 2012 by Beth Williams

But bear in mind that he does have a weak spot… This mystery actor has a film out this week. Who was the star brandishing the chicken carcass in last week’s Name That Chest? Check out a fab pic of … Continue reading →

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Film review | Hope Springs – Meryl Streep & Tommy Lee Jones find the spark in a middle-aged romance

Posted on 14 September 2012 by Jason Best

Romance in Hollywood films is so skewed towards the young that it comes as something of a shock to encounter in Hope Springs a film tackling the trials of a mature married couple. Meryl Streep’s placid, mousy Kay and Tommy … Continue reading →

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High School vs. High Fashion – Which film takes the costume cake?

Posted on 12 September 2012 by Movie Talk

Fashion is a favourite subject for filmmakers. Some mock the idea,  such as 2001 comedy Zoolander in which Ben Stiller plays the role of a stereotypical self-centred model living in a hilariously exaggerated portrayal of the fashion world. Others embrace … Continue reading →

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