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Bingo on the Big and Small Screen
As a game, bingo might not seem to lend itself too naturally to film. After all, its popular image is that it’s an old-fashioned game that’s quite slow-moving and, even when people win, a little lacking in drama.
Four Legendary Movies to Watch (Again) This Winter
It’s cold outside. So, what better time to snuggle up inside and watch favourite films? Here are four legendary movies you’ll want to watch again. And if you haven’t yet seen them, it’s high time you did.
Nick Janaway, Solarference ( Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde) in Conversation with Nick Churchill
© Words - Nick Churchill
Award-winning folktronica duo Solarference perform their electrifying live soundtrack to John S Robertson’s 1920 silent film of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde on tour this spring.The all-original soundtrack weaves layers of folk song and soundscape as it brings to life the shadowy magic on screen as Robert Louis Stevenson’s story revels in the contradictions of human nature.Described as “one of the most original acts playing English folk music” by fRoots magazine, Solarference – Nick Janaway and Sarah Owen –
Sammy Davis Jr (1925 - 1990)
Many believe his larger than life stage performances were related to Sammy’s secret desire to be liked and to overcome prejudice. He finished his army days in the entertainment section traveling across the US, gorging himself on the joy of being liked. He looked for haters in his audience and gave his performances an extra burst of strength and energy to make them acknowledge him as an entertainer. Back in Civy Street he perfected his performances