Twilight

An adaptation of the popular vampire saga by Stephenie Meyer, Twilight’s cast is headed by rising idols Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson. As Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, the pair smolder in their star-crossed parts.

Just like the book, the feature skews towards the romance instead of the horror. There’s not a huge amount of action for a film about vampires but that’s what makes Twilight’s story interesting. As a backdrop for notions on forbidden love the teen romance fits – and compliments. The young cast handle their parts well, substituting charisma in place of gore. [More]

Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple – Nemesis

Geraldine McEwan as Miss Marple

The diminutive Miss Marple (Geraldine McEwan) again finds herself in the thick of murder, scandal and gossip. Just how much homicide and mayhem can one lady take? Plenty, it seems.

Nemesis begins with Marple receiving a proposition from an old friend, Mr. Rafiel – who happens to have recently died. A message from the grave – how ominous! No need to panic, though, as this is Agatha Christie, so there’s nothing too supernatural about it. The message Rafiel leaves amounts to vague instructions warning about possible future crimes. Armed with the prophecies of (possible) wrongdoings, Marple embarks on a mystery coach tour, accompanied by her nephew (Richard E. Grant).[More]

The Sally Lockhart Mysteries: The Ruby in the Smoke

Sally Lockhart (Billie Piper) – The Ruby in the Smoke

Jaded fans rejoice; this is an adaptation worth your time.

Once again, it seems the BBC has managed to pull off the impossible. Experts in tackling some of literature’s most loved tales, the folk at Britain’s esteemed studios have turned their hands to award-winning author Phillip Pullman’s popular Sally Lockhart Mysteries. More…