Last weekend I went to see a movie at the theatre with some friends. It wasn’t a new movie, yet there were a good number of us, mostly couples. When we got in, this particular theatre was quite dank; I felt they needed to let in some fresh air. It’s great when you can relax and watch a movie, but when you consciously have to breathe, it can ruin a … Continue reading →

The world of mixed martial arts has undergone somewhat of a boom period over the last two decades as the rise in popularity of organisations such as UFC have moved the sport into the mainstream. The debate about who is the greatest MMA fighter of all-time continues to rage on so here is our look at the most legendary ones to have graced the sport over the years. Anderson “The … Continue reading →

If you have a hobby that you’re passionate about, it can be good to watch a movie that focuses on the same interest. There’s a great film out there for all poker players that, even though it wasn’t a massive box office hit when it was released in 1998, has now gained something of a cult status amongst poker aficionados. The film is Rounders, starring Matt Damon, Ed Norton and … Continue reading →

When you think of Ben Affleck, there are a few things that come to mind. To be fair, the top of this list includes recent Oscar success and a generally blossoming reputation as one of the most promising directors in Hollywood (following “The Town” and, more significantly, “Argo“). But then there’s the old Ben Affleck that comes to mind. The one who’s positively dripping with Boston-ness, Matt Damon’s bum-ish sidekick, … Continue reading →

You won’t see The Man with the Iron Fists on any London, Manchester or Edinburgh cinema listings now, but it’s worth catching on DVD for martial arts fans. That said; it’s not without its problems. Development of this movie first began way back in 2005 and after close to two years of development RZA and Eli Roth managed to get financial backing in May 2010. Filming of the movie was … Continue reading →