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Heads up: A Case for God? (religion debate)

Sneeka — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:22:03 GMT

Just spotted this in the tv listings. I love a good religion debate..

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00tq6rt

With religion coming under increasing attack from atheists and sceptics, The Chief Rabbi, Lord Jonathan Sacks, goes into the lion's den, putting his faith publicly on the line by debating with some of the sharpest critics of his faith. Howard Jacobson believes ritual demeans religion, Alain de Botton doubts that any one faith has the truth, Professor Colin Blakemore thinks science makes religion redundant, and Professor Lisa Jardine questions why God allows evil and suffering in this world.

Should be worth watching. Only 30mins long though :(

Merlin Series 3

DVDWotcha — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:54:34 GMT

Heads up all !

Series 3 starts Saturday 11th 7.25pm BBC1

Preview here:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p009sc0k

Looks good :thumbs:

Spooks - Series 9 ----SPOILERS------

new — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:47:57 GMT

Due to start during the week 18th -24th September Date and time to be confirmed soon:

Quote:

Spooks
Day and time to be confirmed on BBC ONE

As award-winning spy drama Spooks returns to BBC One this autumn for its ninth series, Richard Armitage, who plays MI5's Lucas North, tells Programme Information what's in store.

What can viewers expect from the new series of Spooks?
This year the storylines feel very politically current but we also learn a lot more about the team. Who are these people, what lies beneath the surface, who are they true to, what secrets do they hide in order to do their jobs? Deception and betrayal are key. Of course there are also exciting and intriguing stories of the week but the overall series arc really unravels the character of Lucas North and blows his whole world apart. His loyalty and his future at MI5 are all under the microscope.

How does Ros's death affect Lucas and the rest of the team?
Ros's death has rocked everyone's world. The feeling is that if someone as skilled as Ros can go down, then no one is safe. It has made everyone really question what it means and what price can be paid doing the job. On a practical level it leaves Harry with no choice but to make Lucas head of Section D. Lucas has longed for Harry's trust and acceptance but he has received it by default and it is bittersweet.

What's it been like working with new actors/characters? Has it made you feel like one of the old school?
The series opens with the introduction of four new characters: Beth Bailey and Dimitri Levendis, played by Sophia Myles and Max Brown; a new Home Secretary played by Simon Russell Beale; and Vaughn, a character from Lucas's past, played by Iain Glen. I feel a bit like the older generation as it feels like a new "'super spook generation" has come on board. Dimitri is ex-SBS, and Beth comes from a background in private security, a "mercenary" as Lucas puts it. He presses Harry to allow him to assemble this team. Dimitri is solid, useful and youthful but Beth is a bit of a liability. Viewers will have to wait and see if she becomes a member of Section D or not.

Vaughn turns up from Lucas's past. What does he want? How does it affect Lucas?
It's been 15 years since Lucas last saw Vaughn and, when they meet, Vaughn has a suitcase which contains an assortment of material from Lucas's life prior to joining MI5. Lucas finds a photograph of a girl, Maya � his old girlfriend. It is the beginning of a journey which Vaughn will control and it takes Lucas to the very edge.

Who is Maya?
Maya is Lucas's first love; a woman he had to leave just as their life together was beginning. Some 15 years ago, Lucas vanished from Maya's life; one day he was there and the next he was gone. Just like a spook. He wants her back and she is the key to who Lucas truly is.

A lot of the scenes in Spooks are filmed in public spaces in London such as train stations, underground stations and in the streets. How do people react to you and the others running through London with a film crew in tow?
Most of the time we try to be as inconspicuous as possible which means working with long lenses so the cameras can be quite far away for the initial master shots, but can also punch in quite tight, rather like a surveillance camera. It's a Spooks trademark and a focus-puller's nightmare! But it gives us the chance to get two or three takes when no one realises that we are filming. I feel like the "real deal", trying not to draw attention to myself and trying not to catch anybody's eye. We often have to rehearse in another location and then walk out into a crowded area and just go for it. We work on hand signals from the First AD (assistant director) so they don't call "action" really loudly.

It's great if something big is going to happen, like a fight, a chase or an arrest, because you get real reactions � of course, if guns are being used, or bomb threats depicted, we have to put up massive signs telling everyone we are filming! It makes me realise how fast London is; no one really hangs around. Most people see what we are doing but rarely have time to stop. I think Spooks really puts London on film in an edgy, contemporary way. Not just the iconic glamorous locations, but the urban and industrial side to London, which normally one tries to avoid but is a designer's dream.

Lucas has lots of tattoos. What do they represent and do you like them?
I love them � it is a literal layer. Lucas has always had many layers and this year we go very deep into who he is. I love that his prison history has been etched onto his skin and they can be revealed to remind the audience that his past is cluttered with complications. Each one has a specific meaning from a specific period in his past. The most prominent is the William Blake picture, Urizen, on his chest. It depicts God as the architect and it is a reminder to Lucas he may not be able to control or construct his own destiny and that he will always be at the mercy of God.

The tattoos also help me avoid the "gratuitous torso shot" as they take about two hours to put on, so "getting my kit off" has to be carefully planned!!!

So no more Ros :( , but Sophia Myles :luv:

Still no mention of it being in HD:shrug:

Derren Brown Live 08/09/2010

shadieb — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:05:06 GMT

Anybody else looking forward to this?
I love Derren's stuff, even the Events episodes that he got slated for. I am hoping it is going to be similar to his earlier stuff such as Trick of the Mind, or Mind Control?

Roll on next Wednesday. :D

vexed

catfood — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:09:44 GMT

can't say if the show was any good because i was mesmerized by lucy punch & her tongue = funniest & sexiest ting i've seen in a very long time ( on tv ).

Coach Trip

MrC — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:04:08 GMT

I'm sorry but I really do feel a programme of such drama and high quality deserves it's own thread :thumbs:

So, second new series of the summer started y/day; Let's see

Annoying Gay guy with 'girlfriend' who can't get a guy - Check

Smug married couple - Check

'Jack the Lads' from Uni - Check

Giggling bimbos - Check

Let's go!

Nightly on Ch4 at 17.30
Only dissapointment is this series is 30 days = 6 weeks (last one was 10)

Mad Men for Beginners

Matt_Bro14 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:56:46 GMT

Ok, this is probably the most pointless question ever but... for some reason, Mad Men has slipped me by and I was thinking about checking it out but the fact that I'm three and a half seasons behind already is putting me off a bit as I already have a lot on my plate (not to mention work to do).

Is it as good as they all say? I'm a big fan of HBOs best (Sopranos, Six Feet, Deadwood) as well as being a rabid Dexter and Breaking Bad fan.

What have been peoples experiences? Spoiler free please :D

The Hunt For Britain's Sex Traffickers. CH4 Episode 2 - 1st September 9pm.

dunkrag — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:06:24 GMT

Shameless plug as I have spent the last 2 years Line Producing this. :D

Please watch. :) Tuesday night and then the next 2 nights on CH4.

Pete versus life

gametin — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 16:58:09 GMT

Anyone else been watchin this on a friday night, it's hilarious. The series has nearly finished now but every episode has been quality.

TV guides

stampax — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:48:27 GMT

Used to read the Tv guide in the Guardian, which was excellent, as would point out several shows that were worth watching (sunday evening setting sky plus to record lots of shows for the week ahead).
Now I don't often buy papers I think I miss quite alot. I don't want to have to go through my sky planner everyday and read everything. Are there any online guides that people can recommend?

The Apprentice USA Season 10 - Trump fires people recently fired!!!111

Johnr — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 12:34:51 GMT

'The Apprentice' First Look: The Donald is back with some recession-plagued contestants

As someone who couldn't stand the celebrity version, this might get me watching again :thumbs:

Karl Pilkington - An Idiot Abroad

The404 — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 10:32:22 GMT

Starting in September on Sky 1 and Sky 1 HD

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Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant are outraged that Karl has written off the Seven Wonders claiming they�re all �a bit s**t� having never seen any of them with his own eyes. They�ve thrown down the gauntlet to send him around the globe to force him out of his comfort zone. Stephen wants the experience to broaden Karl�s mind and change his outlook on the world. Ricky wants Karl to hate every minute of it for his own amusement.

Dispatched on what many would term a journey of a lifetime, the �little Englander� will be putting his misgivings to one side as Karl finds out for himself what the fuss is about. He will travel to the Great Wall of China, Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Petra in Jordan, Machu Picchu in Peru, Chichen Itza in Mexico, the Taj Mahal in India and the Great Pyramids of Egypt. Meanwhile Gervais and Merchant will be keeping a watchful eye from London, monitoring every step of Pilkington�s journey. The conclusion of the series will see the weary traveler returning home to report on his findings.

Karl commented: �I can�t wait to get started. Not �cos I�m excited but �cos the sooner we start the sooner it will be over. The fact the nurse gave me an injection that protects me from dirty chimps put a dampener on the whole thing. I don�t think Ross Kemp has to have that injection.�

Link to Official Site

I can't wait for this. A documentary with Karl Pilkington is a must see! :thumbs:

X-Factor 2010

yaffle — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:50:08 GMT

Just a heads up - this year's parade of the socially inept and vocally-challenged starts this Saturday at 7:30 on ITV1. Whilst I'm sure we all agree that it's 'not as good as it used to be'(tm) now that the auditions are held in front of a live audience and the final isn't capped by a choir of the worst auditionees, it's still the best Saturday night entertainment until they reschedule the Jeremy Kyle show.

Comedy Roast of the HOFF.

fattyboombatty — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:51:37 GMT

Pretty good actually. some real zingers.:thumbs:

Heads Up : Sliced

Philc — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:52:43 GMT

Tonight on the History Channel at 10pm (also HD)

Coin Operated: Series which explores the inner workings of everyday items by literally slicing them in half, beginning with a look inside a pinball machine, a slot machine and a pool table.

Meant to be a hoot

Enjoy!