A week earlier than planned (due to a low-res leak on YouTube which made Marvel decide to put it up in HD), and to the utter delight of an entire fandom, the Avengers: Age of Ultron trailer has hit the internet. As you'd expect, it's a whopper, with explosions, drama and an incredibly unnerving … [Read more...]
The logic puzzle from hell – The Maze Runner – Dork Review
It's been too long since we've delved into the dangerous waters of dystopian YA book adaptations. Based on the novel of the same name by James Dashner, The Maze Runner is the first in a possible trilogy. Filming for sequel, The Scorch Trials, is already under way, and will be released in September … [Read more...]
Amp up your garden’s creep factor – zombie garden gnomes for Halloween
When you hear the words "garden gnome", the first things that come to mind are (probably) pointy hats, fishing rod, reassuring smile, big white beard and so on. The sweet and innocent things you'd find decorating your nan's backyard, in between the plants. Probably the last thing that comes to … [Read more...]
Marvel’s Daredevil – your next Netflix obsession
Despite the fact that it's still some time away, 2015 has already been hailed as The Most Epic Film Year EVER (I feel like I should trademark that...) . And in between a new Bond film, the long awaited return of "Mad" Max Rockatansky and JJ. Abrams's little Christmas present to the world, sits the … [Read more...]
Halloween crafts with Etsy – A spooky round-up
Thought we were all out of Halloween craft ideas after our last round-up? Guess again, because we've got plenty more Halloween makes up our sleeves - this time with a little help from Etsy, because we love supporting the handmade community. There are plenty (and I do mean plenty) of excellent … [Read more...]
Girlfriend Resurrection – Life After Beth – Dork Review
As I mentioned before, October is a prime month for scary movies in all kinds of flavours. If you like your gore with a side of giggle, Life After Beth is right up your street. Up-and-comers Aubrey Plaza (BBC Four's Parks and Recreation) and Dane DeHaan (Chronicle, Amazing Spider-Man 2) star in this … [Read more...]
The Babadook and four other scary films out in October
Traditionally, October is a veritable playground for horror fanatics. With Halloween coming up, and the nights growing darker, the cinemas fill up with scary flicks. This year is no exception, with one of the year's biggest hitters (Australian horror The Babadook) scheduled to have you shivering in … [Read more...]
Spooky and fun Halloween craft ideas
Autumn is in the air, leaves are tumbling down from the trees and it's getting colder every day. Truly, the time is right to sit down, get your craft stuff out and get to making. If you need inspiration for your makes, then look no further than the scariest day of the year (which is only a month … [Read more...]
Textile yarns – the hot new thing in crochet and knitting
Textile yarns are becoming a big trend in crafts. But what are they? Usually made from offcuts and leftovers from the textile and fashion industry, textile yarns can give your makes a unique spin. … [Read more...]
Make Claire’s cowl from the Outlander trailer
Outlander, a historical/fantasy/romance drama series based on the books by Diana Gabaldon, has yet to make it over to the UK (get on it, Channel 4!). But it's already been a success in the States, with Starz (the channel on which it airs) ordering a second series (based on the second book in the … [Read more...]
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