BBC announced after Wimbledon and on Twitter that the 13th Doctor is Jodie Whittaker.
Jul 16, 2017
TV Review: Twin Peaks: The Return, Part 1
Long time Bureau 42 reader and commenter Blackadder has submitted his review of the returned Twin Peaks for all to enjoy.
Jul 16, 2017
Greatest Science Fiction Novel Tournament – Week Nineteen, Round One
The latest round of voting takes place here.
Jul 14, 2017
RoboCop (1987): Make Me Watch It podcast #7
The latest subject of Make Me Watch It is RoboCop (1987), directed by Paul Verhoeven. The series can also be found on Stitcher, on iTunes, or in a direct RSS feed.
Jul 13, 2017
Disney unveils model of their forthcoming “Star Wars” land
Since the Mouse Kingdom acquired Star Wars, many have speculated on what the inevitable “land” would look like at the Disney parks.
This model gives us a detailed look at their blend of several iconic settings in a galaxy, far far away. Further information may be found here.
Update: The Florida park will also have a themed hotel. No word on whether Figrin D’an will play the lounge.
Jul 13, 2017
Astronaut appointed Canada’s next Governor-General
Julie Payette, a former astronaut who spent more than twenty-five days in space, will be Canada’s next Governor General. The Governor General, viceregal representative of the Crown in Canada, is appointed by the reigning monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Jul 09, 2017
Orphan Black Review: “Ease Idle for Millionaires”
This Cosima-focussed episode reveals a little more about Westmoreland and the island, but not much more. Meanwhile, Sarah, Siobhan, and Kira engage in some plotting and family bonding, and a monster is in the house.
Jul 09, 2017
12 Monkeys Discussion: “Nurture”
Jennifer Goines is on-point in her 50s’ garb, Railly bonds with her mother (Kristin Booth), and Cole and Railly run from their former allies.
Jul 16, 2017
Orphan Black Review: “Slim Manacled Wrists”
JD DeLuzio Orphan Black
While not one of the strongest episodes, this week’s Orphan Black accomplishes much, revealing the truth behind P.T. Westmoreland, Mud, and the island, reintroducing Krystal for some broad comedy, and setting up the possible demise of several characters by taking the Island of Dr. Moreau parallels to the brink of their dark, logical conclusion.
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