If you feel a little like you have seen this episode, Smile, before, it's because many elements are familiar. It was a standard let's go to the future, which is a little bit dangerous, in order for you to learn the rules, episode, with added bonus: The Doctor realising he is wrong and correcting himself, as … Continue reading Doctor Who: Familiar Smile
The Matrix
Mind in the artificial body
Yes, I saw Ghost in the Shell. Although, I'm not sure why. I was confused about why almost everyone spoke English, except for one deeply capable older gent with the odd haircut. I was annoyed by why characters had to keep repeating 'ghost in the shell' or any number of variations of this throughout the … Continue reading Mind in the artificial body
When sequels attack
When does a bad sequel or prequel or spin-off ruin a franchise? Most of all how does it? Everyone can name a franchise that went all to hell after the first story. Did anyone *get* Highlander after ‘there can be only one’? Success breeds a vacuum. The thing fans want is MORE. But they’re a … Continue reading When sequels attack
