Buffy Season Six: The death of metaphor

One of the major problems with Season Six of Buffy The Vampire Slayer was the loss of metaphor in favour of a more realistic approach. Here I look at how that affected two of the season's key storylines: Buffy and Spike's relationship; and Willow's addiction.

Jun 10th 2010 20:45 // Reviews // No comments

Buffy Season Six: The flawed season

Nerds, sadomasochism and big bad Willow? It can only be Season Six of Buffy The Vampire Slayer. Was it really as troubled as it first seemed back in 2002? Let's take a second look.

Jun 9th 2010 21:22 // Reviews // No comments

New New Who

Finally, after months of excitement, curiosity and, perhaps, even trepidation, Doctor Who returned to UK screens on April 3 (and to everyone else's screens in the hours and days following). Naturally, such a momentous event requires nothing less than a dedicated blog post.

Apr 10th 2010 16:27 // Reviews // No comments

Why I don't watch broadcast TV

A somewhat extended whinge about why TV in Australia is so awful and I why I don't bother watching it anymore.

Feb 2nd 2010 12:48 // Miscilliness // No comments

Lost - Season Two

Before I get into this let me warn you that Lost is best enjoyed unspoiled. While I'll do my best to avoid giving anything away, if you do want to tuck into season two of Lost completely untainted by foreknowledge, then look away now. (...more...)

Jun 13th 2006 12:45 // Reviews // No comments