Daddy’s Home And He’s Brought A Bear… Game of Thrones S3E7 – Dork Review
Posted by Nick Bryan on May 14, 2013 · Leave a Comment
There’s a mini-trend of novelists writing geek shows right now – mere days after Neil Gaiman on Doctor Who, we get our annual Game of Thrones script by George R.R. Martin, original author behind the A Song Of Ice And Fire novels upon which this whole shebang is based.
His previous scripts have been taut, violent little joys – how will this one stand up? Well, there is a bear in it. More spoilers to follow.
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Google+DARK TREK – THE FINAL DARKTIER. Star Trek Into Darkness – Dork Review
Posted by Nick Bryan on May 10, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Many fantasy/sci-fi franchises turn “dark” in their second or third films – once your heroes have some early triumphs, after all, it’s too tempting to take a big poo on them and see how they handle that. Star Trek Into Darkness, the sequel to 2009’s Star Trek, isn’t being subtle about its... Read More »
The North – More Aliens Than Mars? Doctor Who S7BE6 – Dork Review
Posted by Nick Bryan on May 5, 2013 · Leave a Comment
This week’s Doctor Who features one of the rarest, most alien settings of all: a British town outside London! Well, that’s not quite fair, the show has become less London-centred since Steven Moffat took over, but still, the North is a rare destination for the TARDIS. As well as Yorkshire,... Read More »
Babyzen YOYO – a carry-on buggy that comes with lashings of smug
Posted by Katie Lee on May 2, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Once you’ve served your obligatory time hauling your new baby round in a giant travel wagon, it’s time to park up the the 3-in-1 system and downsize to a more manoeuvrable stroller. The obvious choice is an umbrella-fold buggy – trusty Maclarens and the like – but now there’s... Read More »
Is Tony Stark the only person who didn’t enjoy the Avengers movie? Iron Man 3 – Dork Review
Posted by Nick Bryan on April 29, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Iron Man! Charismatic alter-ego of Robert Downey Jr, lynchpin of Marvel Comics films, red and yellow saviour of capitalism! After the record-breaking powerhouse of last year’s Avengers, Tony Stark returns in his third solo movie – can he charm us all anew? With new director Shane Black, new villain... Read More »
Bazinga! Sheldon Cooper Amigurumi Pattern
Posted by Jillian on April 28, 2013 · Leave a Comment
(c) a[m]idorablecrochet If you’re a fan of The Big Bang Theory (aren’t we all?) and also a keen crocheter, I’ve got some good news for you! This adorable Amigurumi pattern from A[mi]dorable Crochet is the ticket to making your own cuddly version of everyone’s favourite scientist,... Read More »
The TARDIS Brings A New Meaning To “Changing Rooms”… Doctor Who S7BE5 – Dork Review
Posted by Nick Bryan on April 28, 2013 · Leave a Comment
For most sci-fi shows, an episode entirely set on-board the lead character’s spaceship would be an excuse to save some money and work entirely off existing sets and actors. Probably not so much Doctor Who, since we normally see one room of the allegedly infinite TARDIS, so a bunch of new sets and... Read More »
Star Wars Limited Edition iPhone5 Cases From Firebox
Posted by Sophie Price on April 23, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Now here is one for you Star Wars fans. Firebox are offering their customers these limited edition iPhone 5 cases in four forcetastic designs. There is an option for every space goer, dark side or not to have their very own C-3PO, Chewbacca, Darth Vader or R2-D2. You could even turn heads with the whole... Read More »
A ghost/space/time travel/monster/love story for the ages! Doctor Who S7BE4
Posted by Nick Bryan on April 21, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Fourth week of Doctor Who series 7B (or whatever we’re calling it), and Luther writer Neil Cross returns for his second bite of the apple. His first effort, in which our heroes went to debate club with a huge CGI sun, had some failings – can he balance his seesaw with this ghostly tale? Well,... Read More »
Five Exquisitely Fun iPhone Accesories
Posted by Rebecca Noakes on April 12, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Admit it. Your iPhone is your best friend. You are inseparable twosome, and why wouldn’t you be? Your phone is your camera, your navigator, your entertainment centre and your contact with the outside world. The first thing you reach for in the morning and the last thing you look at at night. You... Read More »
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