UK Government Guilty Of ‘Cultural Appropriation’ Over Dennis The Menace, Says SNP MP

Posted on 26/09/2023 by Boris Clair

UK ministers have been accused of “cultural appropriation” after appearing to suggest that Dennis the Menace was “created in London”.

SNP MP Chris Law reacted angrily after the comic book character and his dog Gnasher were used in a government advert.

The billboard, for the GREAT campaign, shows the pair standing on a man’s shoulder beside the message: “Created in London, unleashed in more than 100 countries.”

That is despite the fact that Dennis the Menace was in fact created in Dundee by George Moonie, the then editor of The Beano.

Law, who is the MP for Dundee West, said the advert was “utter garbage”.

Writing on X (formerly Twitter), he said: “Dundee city created Dennis the Menace and Gnasher through the publishers DC Thomson. Cultural appropriation is a desperate measure to claim credibility.”

A government spokesperson said: “The Dennis and Gnasher animated series was created in London, based on the brilliant Beano cartoon that originated in Dundee.

“In this way it is the perfect representation of the ‘Made in the UK, Sold to the World’ campaign, which seeks to highlight success stories from across our great union of nations.

“We work closely with businesses like Beano to tell their start-up story, demonstrating the support the UK government provides to help companies grow and export around the world.”

Rhod Gilbert Announces Mammoth Comedy Tour After Undergoing Cancer Treatment

Posted on 25/09/2023 by Boris Clair

Comedian Rhod Gilbert has confirmed he’s embarking on an epic 100-date tour next year.

The Welsh comic disclosed last year that he had been diagnosed with stage-four cancer, and previously told The Guardian about how he was using “humour” to help him through his treatment.

It’s now been announced that Rhod will be hitting the road in January, for a tour that is due to span until November 2025, with more than 100 shows planned across the UK and Ireland.

“After the year I’ve had, it’s wonderful to be alive and going back on the road,” he enthused. “I can’t wait to get back on stage and I’m ready to get way too personal about life’s recent ups and downs.

“When life gives you lemons, you have to squeeze them ’til the comedy juice flows, so prepare for some dark but funny s***.”

Rhod’s new show will be titled Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit, with a post on his website explaining: “In his last show, The Book of John, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour…

“But Rhod’s not bitter; he’s bouncing back and feeling remarkably zesty. Hilariously dark, passionate and way too personal, this is classic Gilbert, squeezing every last drop out of life’s latest curveballs… with a little help from an old adversary.

“This new live show sees Rhod back on stage doing what he does best. Candid, hilarious and uplifting; it’s a show about navigating the dark bits and turning life’s giant grapefruits into something approaching lemonade.”

The stand-up told The Guardian in January of this year: “When I get through this, the next show will be in a similar vein. The cancer is on my mind 24/7, but, when I’m well enough to write, I’m jotting down a few things. And there is humour in there, definitely.”

Revealing he’s “mad keen” to create his next stand-up show, Rhod added: “I’ve got a 250-page document of stuff that’s on the go.

“All my work has gone. My social life has gone. Everything has gone. Everything. It’s just me and this bloody cancer, really.”

Rhod is known for his appearances on shows like Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow.

After impressing during a guest spot on the panel show Never Mind The Buzzcocks, he took over as permanent host for its final series on the BBC in 2014, and later fronted Rhod Gilbert’s Growing Pains on Comedy Central.

For more information about Rhod’s upcoming tour, visit his website here.

11 Behind-The-Scenes Secrets You Didn’t Know About Love Is Blind

Posted on 23/09/2023 by Boris Clair

Little did we know when Love Is Blind first landed on our screens back in February 2020, that its concept of finding romance while in isolation would foreshadow the virtual dating trend that came about during lockdown.

Fast-forward three years, and the Netflix reality show is now one of the most popular dating formats on TV, with its fifth season having just launched on the streaming platform.

As we celebrate its return – and look forward the forthcoming UK version that is currently in the works – here are 11 well-kept secrets that might come as a surprise to even the biggest Love Is Blind fans…

Who pays for those engagement rings?

Chris Coelen – who created and produced Love Is Blind – told Variety that when it comes to rings, male contestants are given a choice of “10 or 12 different styles and colours”.

When Jackie from season four decided to keep her ring, despite breaking off her engagement with Marshall, she wrote on her Instagram: “As for the ring, Marshall did not pay for the ring, Love Is Blind paid for all the rings.”

However, other contestants brought rings to the pods with them that were passed down from their families, such as season two’s Kyle, who gave Shaina his mother’s engagement ring.

Season four's Brett poses with his engagement ring — Season four’s Brett poses with his engagement ring

How far in advance is the show filmed?

There is a lengthy period between when the show is filmed and when it airs.

For example, speaking on his YouTube channel about the show, Cameron from season one said viewers regularly came up to his parents asking “Are you worried that Lauren is going to say no [to his proposal]?”

He added: “But they were already at the wedding a year and a half ago when it was filmed.”

Do all the couples make it on TV?

No, they do not.

During season one, the production team was shocked by the amount of engagements that occurred, and had to scale back due to budget and time restraints. Unfortunately, this meant two couples who got engaged in the pods didn’t make it on TV (although it’s worth pointing out that neither of them are together now).

The same thing happened when the second season saw two couples getting together, only for their stories not to make it onto the screen. In this case, both couples split before making it to the altar.

How are people cast for Love Is Blind?

Lexie from season one told Cosmopolitan: “I was contacted on Instagram about this new Netflix show, and it came at a time when I was just really fed up of dating.”

Meanwhile, Cameron from the same season, said: “Lauren and I did not apply for casting. Casting from Kinetic [Content] reached out to us for the show. For me, I got text messages.”

Is the show scripted?

Producer Chris Coelen has insisted the show is not scripted. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, he said: “As a producer, I was kind of nervous, like, is anybody actually gonna get engaged? Is anyone going to make it to the altar?”

Adding to this, season one’s Cameron said most of the conversations held on the show were spontaneous and organic, and that there were no scripts involved.

The only artificial thing he saw was when a producer held an iPad in the background urging him to ask a fellow contestant how his date went.

“I don’t see that as a big deal, that’s a question I would have asked anyways,” Cameron added.

The boys debrief during season one of Love Is Blind

Are contestants banned from posting their relationship status online until the show is completely aired?

While the contestants are on the show, they are not allowed phone or computer access. After filming is wrapped, they all seem to keep their relationship status private online until the show is completely aired.

Chris told the LA Times that there isn’t a mandate in place prohibiting them from posting their relationship update or singleton status. However, they are suggested to hold off from sharing clues.

“People are going to do what they’re going to do. But I think generally people buy into the idea that this is something that they do not want to spoil for the audience,” he said.

Are the pods soundproof?

In order to have private and romantic conversations, the pods are soundproof, and only the contestants on the dates can hear what is being said.

“Even if you’re yelling in one pod, you can’t hear it in another,” Chris told Netflix Tudum. He added, “They’re also each fitted with a glass roof and are tall enough — about 40 feet high — that contestants can look up and daydream.”

The Love Is Blind pods are completely soundproof, and fitted with glass ceilings

Are the weddings legally binding?

The weddings on Love is Blind are real so if they break up they would have to get a divorce. Chris told Bustle, “If they choose to get married, yes, it’s a legally binding marriage.”

Bliss and Zach on their Love Is Blind wedding day

How long are the contestants actually in the pods for?

The contestants only have 10 days to find their future partner in the pods. Usually, these dates last around 15 minutes at a time.

However, when sparks do start flying, they can range from around three to four hours, like they did for Cameron and Lauren. Typically the contestants go around 20 dates during their time in the pods.

Speaking with Netflix Tudum, Chris describes the period as “10 days of 24/7 intensive therapy”.

“They’re trying to identify every single thing that might be important to talk about before they choose to marry someone,” he added.

The pods are the most iconic part of any season of Love Is Blind

How long does it typically take them to get engaged?

Season one’s Cameron said he proposed to future wife Lauren in just nine days. However, he noted that Netflix made it seem like only four days.

After couples are engaged, they then have 28 days to decide whether they want to tie the knot. Within this period, the lovebirds will go on a couples retreat, after which they are returned to the real world to see how they fit into each other’s lives.

Cameron pops the question during season one of Love Is Blind

Which couples are still together?

From season one, Lauren and Cameron are still going strong, as are Amber and Barnett. When it comes to season two, all couples parted ways in the end.

From season three, Alexa and Brennon are still coupled up, and so are Colleen and Matt. From season four, the most recent season, three couples are still married – Bliss and Zac, Kwame and Chelsea and Brett and Tiffany.

The first four episodes of Love Is Blind season five are available to watch on Netflix now.

Here Are All The New Cast Members In Sex Education Season 4

Posted on 22/09/2023 by Boris Clair

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The fourth and final season of Sex Education is finally here, where cast members Asa Butterfield, Emma Mackey, Gillian Anderson, Ncuti Gatwa, Aimee-Lou Wood and Connor Swindells have all returned for one last outing in the hit teen drama.

But the final season also welcomes a host of new characters to Moordale and beyond, including Dan Levy of Schitt’s Creek, Lisa McGrillis from Last Night In Soho and Doctor Who actor Thaddea Graham.

The new season is set to follow Otis and Eric’s start at Cavendish Sixth Form College, which takes a “student-led approach” where kids are “popular for being… kind”, according to Netflix, after the closure of Moordale Secondary.

Stars that will not be returning, however, include Simone Ashley, who played Olivia, Patricia Allison and Tanya Reynolds who starred as couple Ola and Lily, and Rakhee Thakrar, who played teacher Emily Sands.

Explore the new cast and where you might know them from below…

Dan Levy

Season four sees Maeve (Emma Mackey) hop across the pond to study at an Ivy League college in the US. It’s there, at the prestigious Wallace University, that she’s tutored by cult author Laurie Nunn, played by Schitt’s Creek actor Dan Levy.

Dan shared the “VERY serious news” on Twitter/X last month, where he posted a picture of his character alongside Meave.

Lisa McGrillis

The British actor plays Jean Mulburn’s (Gillian Anderson) sister Joanna in season four of Sex Education. Her previous acting credits include Last Night In Soho, and TV shows Best Interests, Maternal, Somewhere Boy and Avoidance.

It’s likely her storyline will weave into Jean’s journey of being a mum again, after a paternity test revealed her boyfriend Jakob wasn’t actually the father of her newborn daughter.

Thaddea Graham

The Northern Irish actress joins Sex Education as O, a rival sex therapist to Jean.

She played Bel in several episodes of Doctor Who, and has other credits in the TV mini series Redemption, The Irregulars, Us and Letter For The King.

Jodie Turner-Smith

Queen & Slim and Anne Boleyn actor Jodie Turner-Smith was personally invited to join the show by Ncuti Gatwa.

“First of all all my scenes were with Ncuti Gatwa who – I DIE for him – and he’s my favourite character on the show,” she said on the red carpet at the BAFTA Film Awards earlier this year (published in Variety).

“So when he called me and asked me to do it I was like, I don’t care how much they’re paying I’m doing.”

We won’t spoil who Jodie’s character is, but she has a connection to Ncuti’s much-loved character, Eric.

Eshaan Akbar

Eshaan makes his on-screen TV debut in Sex Eduction as Principle Lakhani, having previously served as a voice actor on Spitting Image and featured in the 2021 short Sometime Else.

Marie Reuther

Arriving in the role of Ellen for the new season of Sex Education, Danish actor Marie Reuther has previously starred in Dansegarderoben, The Kingdom and Kamikaze.

They posted to Instagram during filming that it had been a “pinch me moment” for them to be joining the hit show.

Felix Mufti, Anthony Lexa, Alexandra James, Reda Elazouar, Bella Maclean and Imani Yahshua

A trio of three newcomers will also join the Sex Education universe – Felix Mufti, Anthony Lexa and Alexandra James – who will play members of Eric’s new clique named The Coven, made up of fellow LGBTQ+ students.

Other new additions to the student cast include Reda Elazouar, Bella Maclean and Imani Yahshua.

You can recap on how season three ended and check out what to expect from the final season here.

Sex Education season four is streaming on Netflix now.

School’s Out – Here’s Everything Sex Education Fans Will Want To Know About The Final Season

Posted on 21/09/2023 by Boris Clair

Hot on the heels of Top Boy’s last ever season, another Netflix series is ending for good.

Sex Education series four has finally arrived on the streaming service and the eight episodes will mark our final check in with the Moordale crew.

From a quick recap of season’s three ending to who’s joined the cast – and who’s left – here’s everything you need to know…

How did season three of Sex Education end?

The last episode saw Maeve Wiley (played by Emma Mackey) deliver some bittersweet news to Otis Milburn (Asa Butterfield) – she was heading off to the States to study.

That wasn’t the only huge change that was teed up, as the students also learned that Moordale Secondary would be closing.

Gillian Anderson’s Dr Jean Milburn was also delivered some unexpected news about her newborn baby, as a paternity test revealed her on-off boyfriend Jakob wasn’t actually the dad.

Fan favourite Aimee Gibbs (Aimee Lou Wood) ended the series single after splitting from Steve (Chris Jenks), as did Eric Effiong (future Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa), after his split from Adam Groff (Connor Swindells).

What will happen in season four?

The final series will see Otis and Eric embark on their first day at Cavendish Sixth Form College.

While their previous school was seen as progressive, the teenagers will face new challenges and a “culture shock” at the college, which takes a ‘student-led’ approach with daily yoga and kids who are, according to Netflix, “popular for being… kind?!”.

To top things off, the new school already has a student sex therapist.

Aimee will be joining them at Cavendish, as Adam grapples with whether mainstream education is for him.

Over in the States, Maeve is adjusting to life at the prestigious Wallace University as Otis pines over her – though the latest trailer (which you can watch below) reveals she does come back for an extra special date.

Meanwhile, the much-loved Dr Jean is getting to grips with life as a single mum-of-two following the arrival of her newborn daughter, Joy.

Which cast members have left?

One by one, four of the show’s cast previously announced that they wouldn’t be returning for season four (long before we knew it would be the final one).

Rakhee Thakrar, who played teacher Emily Sands, gave a cryptic explanation for her exit, which makes perfect sense now that we know Moordale Secondary is closing its doors.

Patricia Allison won’t be back to play Ola and neither will Tanya Reynolds, who played her alien-obsessed girlfriend, Lily.

Simone Ashley, known for playing Olivia, will also be absent as she left to focus on her role as Bridgerton’s Kate Sharma.

And who are the newbies?

As Sex Education goes out with a bang, the show will welcome TV newcomers Felix Mufti, Anthony Lexa, Alexandra James, Reda Elazouar, Bella Maclean and Imani Yahshua alongside a host of already-established names.

Alexandra, Anthony and Felix star as Canvendish’s popular crew – the ‘coven’ – with the later two playing Abbi and Roman, a trans power couple.

Schitt’s Creek’s Dan Levy will appear as Maeve’s uni tutor, while Lisa McGrillis – whose credits include BBC sitcom Mum and ITV’s medical drama Maternal – will play Jean’s sister, Joanna.

Dan Levy and Emma Mackey in Sex Education

Thaddea Graham, who you might recognise from Doctor Who plays the mysterious O, Cavendish’s already-operational sex therapist.

Marie Reuther (Kamikaze), Jodie Turner Smith (Queen & Slim) and comedian Eshaan Akbar have also joined the cast, but details on who they’re playing are currently under wraps.

Why won’t there be a fifth season?

Sex Education creator Laurie Nunn previously revealed that she made the decision to end the show at four seasons while in the process of writing the latest episode.

“During that process, it just started to feel very clear that the stories were coming to an end, the characters were being left in a place that I felt really good about it,” she said. “I felt happy for them, and I felt like I’ve said everything that I want to say with these characters at this time.”

Laurie hasn’t totally ruled out returning to the characters at a later date though, as she added: “I’m definitely taking a break and thinking about other things. But Moordale is a really rich world, and writing about teenagers is always a lot of fun.

“So, I think that there’s always potential for more to be explored in that world.”

Is there a trailer?

Yes. Watch it below:

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Season four of Sex Education will arrive on Netflix on Thursday 21 September 2023. The previous three seasons are currently available to watch on the streaming service.

Chris Evans Admits One Of His Most Divisive Films ‘Could Have Been Better’

Posted on 20/09/2023 by Boris Clair

Chris Evans has confessed that his latest film Ghosted “could have been better”.

The Captain America star is aware of the negative reviews of his Apple TV+ romantic action film and addressed these opinions in an interview with GQ, published on Tuesday.

In the film, Chris plays Cole Turner, who falls for Sadie Rhodes – played by Ana de Armas – who turns out to be a secret agent.

The 42-year-old said Ghosted, which was released back in April, felt like a film he grew up watching but he also observed that he doesn’t really see films like that anymore in Hollywood.

He wondered: “And the question is whether or not audiences have outgrown those types of films.”

GQ writer, Zach Baron, asked the star: “Is that a question you had going into it or coming out of it?”.

“Both,” Chris replied. “I didn’t think audiences had outgrown it prior, and I still don’t think they have, despite the fact – I mean, technically I think we did OK, in terms of viewership.”

According to Deadline, Ghosted has become Apple TV+’s most watched film debut.

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