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TV & Cinema Memories, Quezon City (2025)

17/10/2025

Designing the Hebrides offers a refreshing twist on the typical home makeover show, relocating the design challenge to the dramatic and beautiful setting of Scotland’s remote island communities. The series follows the charismatic interior designer Banjo Beale as he takes on the daunting task of transforming tired, unloved spaces into vibrant, functional hubs. These are not simple domestic makeovers; his projects range from vital village halls to historic sites, each renovation demanding extraordinary creativity, logistical skill, and a deep respect for the unique local culture and the rugged Hebridean environment.

The core narrative of each episode is built around a race against time and unpredictable Hebridean weather, forces that constantly challenge Banjo and his dedicated team. Beyond the aesthetic transformation, the show excels by highlighting the human element, introducing viewers to the resilient, warm people who call these remote places home. Every design decision is rooted in the local stories and needs of the community, ensuring the transformed spaces are not only visually stunning but also genuinely serve as revitalized centers for island life.

Ultimately, Designing the Hebrides is more than a design documentary; it is a celebration of community, ingenuity, and the power of creative renewal. It tracks the demanding, step-by-step process—from the initial mood board to the final lick of paint—as Banjo Beale brings seemingly impossible visions to reality. The series is a captivating watch for anyone who loves design, travel, or stories of small communities coming together to breathe new life into their shared spaces.

17/10/2025

Mademoiselle Holmes is the latest compelling addition to the Walter Presents collection, premiering today on PBS Masterpiece, and offering a fresh, charmingly French take on the iconic Sherlock Holmes mythology. The series introduces Charlotte "Charlie" Holmes, an initially quiet, unassuming police officer whose life is transformed by an accident that awakens a latent, inherited genius—her great-grandfather’s famed deductive gift. This conceit cleverly bypasses the traditional training of a detective, immediately thrusting the timid Charlie into the role of an unexpectedly brilliant investigator, all while maintaining the relatable awkwardness of someone thrust into a new, demanding identity.

The dynamic between Charlie and her partner, Samy Vatel (played by Tom Villa), forms the warm, witty heart of the series. Samy serves as the very modern, albeit reluctant, Watson to Charlie's Holmes. This partnership is essential to the show’s success, providing both a foil for Charlie's eccentric genius and a grounding element of loyalty and support. Their teamwork in tackling "quirky and complex cases" is distinguished by its blend of sharp wit and stylish French flair, creating a tone that is simultaneously engagingly intellectual and utterly charming, making it a natural fit for fans of sophisticated European mystery dramas like Astrid and Professor T.

Moreover, the arrival of Mademoiselle Holmes with a ready-made future adds to its immediate appeal. As a French-language series available with English subtitles on PBS platforms, it caters to the growing demand for high-quality international drama. The fact that Season 2 is already out in France and a third is in the works assures viewers that this is not a short-lived mystery, but the beginning of a satisfying, long-term journey. The series successfully reinvents a classic character for a modern audience, proving that the blend of brilliant deduction and charming character dynamics transcends language.

17/10/2025

Tate Britain’s Great Art Walks is a charming and insightful series that ingeniously transforms the traditional art documentary into a personal and reflective travelogue. The premise is simple yet brilliant: a rotating cast of beloved British personalities steps out of the museum and sets off across the UK to retrace the literal footsteps and geographical inspirations of artistic giants like Turner, Constable, and Lowry. By pairing a familiar face with an iconic artist and a chosen path, the series deepens the viewer's appreciation of great works, making the history, setting, and even the weather crucial elements in the creative process.

The series’ success rests heavily on the calibre of its celebrity guests, who infuse the countryside rambles with their unique wit, personal reflections, and historical insight. With participants like Richard E Grant, Miriam Margolyes, Michael Sheen, and Helena Bonham Carter, each episode offers a dual narrative: an exploration of the artist's life and methods, and a character study of the guest's own response to the landscape. Whether it is Billy Connolly bringing his unique warmth to the industrial grit captured by Lowry or a classical actor reflecting on the sublime nature of Turner’s coastlines, the personal connection elevates the viewing experience beyond a mere history lesson.

Ultimately, Tate Britain’s Great Art Walks is a delightful fusion of art education and contemplative travel, a format that is "entirely British" in its gentle pace and intellectual curiosity. It acts as an engaging reminder that the greatest works of art are often rooted in the tangible world—the local history, the specific light, and the enduring character of the UK’s landscapes. The program offers a fresh, accessible way to understand the genesis of British masterpieces, inviting viewers to experience the world through the eyes of both the artist and the charismatic personality accompanying them on their scenic, reflective journey.

17/10/2025

The limited series Reunion, which premiered yesterday and is now streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime in the US, introduces a compelling blend of character study and taut suspense. The premise centers on Daniel Brennan, a deaf man emerging from prison after a decade-long sentence for murder. What initially fuels his freedom is a clear, consuming desire for revenge and the settling of old scores—a violent path seemingly predetermined by his painful past. The series immediately establishes a high-stakes emotional landscape, positioning Daniel at a critical crossroads between his ingrained habits and the possibility of a different future.

Daniel’s carefully laid plans for vengeance are immediately complicated by the sudden and unexpected reappearance of his estranged daughter, Carly. This familial reunion forces Daniel to confront a moral dilemma that is more challenging than any score he planned to settle. The necessity of reconnecting with Carly compels him to re-examine the cycle of violence that defined his past, introducing a powerful, human element to the revenge narrative. This tension—between the lure of old habits and the responsibility of a renewed paternal role—forms the emotional backbone of the entire series.

Ultimately, Reunion asks the fundamental question of whether a person can truly choose redemption over destruction, or if past trauma is simply too powerful to overcome. The limited series expertly uses its character-driven drama and suspenseful framework to explore themes of inherited pain, second chances, and the complex nature of change. Available now for premium subscribers on Paramount+, this show is poised to be a gripping exploration of a man struggling to escape the narrative of his own life, all while navigating mounting tension and painful memories.

17/10/2025

Great Canal Journeys offers a uniquely tranquil form of travelogue, inviting audiences to experience the often-overlooked beauty and rich history of the world’s waterways at the unhurried pace of a narrowboat. This gentle, observational documentary series successfully marries the technical challenges of navigating locks and canals with an exploration of the local scenery, architecture, and industrial heritage. Unlike faster-paced travel shows, the program's focus is broad, encompassing everything from the engineering genius of the canal network to the everyday lives of the people who live and work on the water, creating a soothing and richly informative viewing experience.

The original and most beloved episodes feature the deeply affectionate partnership of actors Timothy West and Prunella Scales. Their lifelong passion for boating, which included campaigning to restore canals like the Kennet and Avon, lends authentic warmth and expertise to their journeys. The profound charm of these seasons comes from their candid, heartfelt relationship, often reflecting on their fifty years of marriage and facing Prunella’s struggle with dementia with grace and humour. Their "slow-paced adventures" are not just travel, but a tender love story set against the backdrop of Britain's and Europe's waterways, showcasing the resilience of their bond.

While later seasons have seen new captains take the helm, with Sheila Hancock and Gyles Brandreth continuing the tradition, the core appeal of the show remains its commitment to gentle, character-driven adventure. Their dynamic provides a fresh perspective, introducing the waterways to a new generation of viewers, and maintaining the show's focus on history, wit, and unexpected discovery. For fans of similar gentle travel documentaries, such as Canal Boat Diaries, Great Canal Journeys provides a necessary counterpoint to modern life, proving there’s a quiet, timeless poetry to be found when gliding slowly through the world.

17/10/2025

The forthcoming third series of Sherwood, set to begin filming this November, promises a compelling return to the emotionally and politically fractured landscape of the Nottinghamshire mining villages. Created by the acclaimed James Graham, the show distinguishes itself by blending intense, small-town crime drama with the vast, decades-spanning trauma of real-life history. By using recent events, such as the infamous "Shottingham" gang wars, and tracing their roots back to the deep, lingering divisions sparked by the 1980s miners' strikes, Sherwood has become a powerful narrative about how historical conflict continues to poison contemporary life. The announcement of new, yet-to-be-revealed storylines for Season 3 ensures the series remains a relevant commentary on modern Britain.

The continued commitment of its stellar, award-winning ensemble cast is a key factor in the show's success, and their expected return grounds the narrative in familiar faces wrestling with perennial conflict. Core actors such as David Morrissey, Lesley Manville, Lorraine Ashbourne, and Monica Dolan are central to the show's exploration of inter-family rivalries, complex police inquiries, and the exposure of long-held secrets. This collective of talent allows the drama to focus not just on who committed a crime, but on why the social fabric of the community is so easily torn, giving emotional weight to the promised "twists and long-buried secrets" that Season 3 will bring to light.

With filming scheduled to commence in November, the anticipation for this new installment focuses on the show’s ability to weave together its concluding threads while tackling fresh mysteries. Sherwood has always excelled at proving that the past is never truly over, and the local police and residents alike must constantly contend with the echo of old betrayals. As James Graham prepares to unveil the final acts of this community's saga, the drama is poised to deliver a powerful, cathartic resolution to the political tensions and personal tragedies that have defined the fictional Nottinghamshire village since the very first shocking incident.

17/10/2025

Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Essential Early Years on Acorn TV
The availability of Seasons 1–6 of Agatha Christie’s Poirot on Acorn TV provides viewers with the quintessential experience of David Suchet's masterful portrayal of the Belgian detective. These initial seasons, produced between 1989 and 1996, are renowned for their bright, elegant Art Deco aesthetic and high production value, perfectly capturing the period detail of the 1930s—Poirot's peak creative era. This era of the series is characterized by its light-hearted tone and faithful adaptation of many of Christie's short stories and novellas, before the show shifted to darker, feature-length adaptations of the full novels.

A major reason for the popularity of these early seasons is the presence of Poirot’s classic ensemble of recurring characters: the affable, slightly slow-witted companion Captain Arthur Hastings (Hugh Fraser); the pragmatic Scotland Yard rival Chief Inspector Japp (Philip Jackson); and Poirot’s supremely efficient secretary Miss Felicity Lemon (Pauline Moran). This "Big Four" dynamic creates a comforting, familiar structure for the mysteries. The early episodes beautifully balance the complex, "little grey cells" deductions with moments of gentle comedy, often centered on Hastings's well-meaning blunders or Poirot’s fastidious fussiness over symmetry and his immaculate mustaches.

Among the 35 episodes included in these seasons are adaptations of landmark works that showcase the series' evolution. While many shorter episodes feature intricate puzzles set in London apartments and country homes, the collection includes three essential feature-length mysteries from Season 4: The ABC Murders, Death in the Clouds, and One, Two, Buckle My Shoe. It also features the fan-favorite seasonal mystery from Season 6, Hercule Poirot's Christmas. This collection is a perfect immersion into the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, offering both intricate criminal plots and a charming portrayal of 20th-century British society.

17/10/2025

The charming travelogue Martin Clunes: Islands of Britain is an amiable, gentle exploration of the vast and diverse archipelago surrounding Great Britain. This 2009 three-part series, filmed across two summers, eschews high-octane adventure for an intimate look at the character and enduring spirit of remote island communities. Clunes acts as the perfect guide, using his signature good-natured curiosity to connect with locals and share their stories, from lighthouse keepers to local eccentrics, highlighting how their homes have fostered unique cultures and self-sufficient ways of life, often untouched by the mainland rush.

The series is structured geographically, covering a fascinating range of locations that are rarely seen on mainstream television. Episode one, "The North," takes viewers to the windswept outposts of the Shetland Islands, including the brilliantly named Muckle Flugga, as well as the culturally rich Outer Hebrides like Lewis and Harris. The journey then moves west, exploring the Isle of Man and the whisky-producing Islay, before concluding with a look at the south, including the subtropical gardens of the Isles of Scilly and the independent spirit of the Channel Islands like Sark and Guernsey.

The show's appeal lies in its "armchair travel" ethos—it's a celebration of the British coastline and its hidden gems. Much like other successful British factual series like Coast or those hosted by Dame Penelope Keith, Islands of Britain offers a comfortable, picturesque blend of natural history, local folklore, and social history. It's a reminder that true adventure can be found in the quiet corners of home, making it an ideal watch for those seeking a relaxing escape and an appreciation for the enduring communities who call Britain's remote islands home.

17/10/2025

The fifteenth season of Death in Paradise is confirmed to return to the BBC, likely following its traditional broadcast schedule with a Christmas Special in December 2025, followed by the main series premiere in January or early 2026. This season will continue the tenure of the newest lead detective, DI Mervin Wilson (Don Gilet), who was initially reluctant about island life but chose to stay in the Season 14 finale after solving his mother's murder and discovering a previously unknown half-brother on Saint Marie. Filming for the new series began in April 2025, suggesting a full complement of sun-soaked, intricate cases is on the way for the Honoré Police team.

The central drama for the upcoming season, aside from the weekly murders, will revolve around the new dynamic set up in the Season 14 cliffhanger. DI Mervin Wilson has a profound new connection to Saint Marie through his recently discovered sibling, promising a deeper exploration of his character beyond his initial abrasive, London-centric perspective. He will be joined by the confirmed returning main cast: DS Naomi Thomas (Shantol Jackson), Officer Darlene Curtis (Ginny Holder), Officer Sebastian Rose (Shaquille Ali-Yebuah), and bar owner/Mayor Catherine Bordey (Élizabeth Bourgine), who collectively form the heart of the island police team.

The biggest open question remains the future of fan-favorite Commissioner Selwyn Patterson (Don Warrington). The Season 14 finale saw Selwyn officially resign from his post, choosing not to return to the job after being offered it back. While this seemingly marked a departure, his final scene involved a meaningful intervention that cemented Mervin's decision to stay, and he left with a deliberately ambiguous "Au revoir" rather than a final goodbye. Although Don Warrington is still listed among the main cast for the show, fans and critics alike are speculating on whether the character will return in an official capacity or simply enjoy an intermittent, advisory role on the island.

17/10/2025

The wait for the next season of the beloved period crime drama, Father Brown, is drawing to a close, with filming now wrapped on Season 13. The next chapter of life in the picturesque village of Kembleford is slated to premiere on BBC One and iPlayer in early 2026. Mark Williams returns to lead the cast as the titular, crime-solving Roman Catholic clergyman, bringing his unique blend of gentle charm and sharp deductive reasoning back to the screen.

The core ensemble cast will also return to their familiar roles, including Tom Chambers, Claudie Blakley, Ruby-May Martinwood, John Burton, Nancy Carroll, John Light, Lex Shrapnel, and Roger May. Fans will also be treated to a major special return: Sorcha Cusack reprises her role as the much-missed parish secretary, Mrs. McCarthy, for the opening episode of the season. The new series promises a variety of intriguing settings and plotlines, including a fun seaside trip, a dramatic rock’n’roll storyline, and a high-stakes conflict when Canon Fox becomes Bishop-Elect and targets Father Brown for discipline or reassignment.

Series 13 will be bolstered by a strong lineup of notable guest stars who will populate the mysteries of Kembleford, including Maureen Lipman, Julia Sawalha, Phil Daniels, Debra Stephenson, Davood Ghadami, Kevin Harvey, George Rainsford, and Timothy Watson. With a blend of returning favorites, fresh mysteries, and a major new threat to the Father’s position from within the church hierarchy, the forthcoming season is highly anticipated by fans eager to see the next set of adventures for the witty, compassionate priest.

17/10/2025

The Last Bus is a poignant British drama directed by Gillies MacKinnon that stars Timothy Spall in a deeply resonant role as Tom, a recently widowed pensioner. The film centers on Tom’s extraordinary and determined pilgrimage from John O’Groats, the northernmost tip of Scotland, to Land’s End in Cornwall, the southwestern tip of England. This immense distance, covering the entire length of Great Britain, is undertaken using only his free local bus pass, with his late wife Mary’s ashes carried safely in a small suitcase. The journey is not just a physical one, but a final act of devotion and a retracing of their shared life.

As Tom navigates the length of the country, each bus ride and small-town stop triggers flashbacks to key moments of his life with Mary, played in later life by Phyllis Logan. The flashbacks reveal the beautiful and sometimes tragic history of their marriage, including the initial reason they fled south-west England for the remote north decades ago, framing his return as a completion of their story. Though often quiet and self-contained, Tom's commitment to his promise leads him into contact with a diverse cross-section of modern Britain, forcing him to engage with the world he and Mary had retreated from.

The emotional core of the film is enhanced by the unexpected attention Tom receives as his journey unfolds. As word of the solitary old man and his mission spreads, his travels are documented and shared by strangers, turning him into an unwitting social media celebrity. The encounters he has—some challenging, many heartwarming—underscore the film's themes of connection, community, and the enduring human spirit. Ultimately, The Last Bus is a powerful meditation on love, loss, and the promise kept, with Timothy Spall delivering a performance that grounds the epic scope of the journey in genuine, quiet grief.

16/10/2025

This upcoming third season of the BAFTA-winning police drama, 'Blue Lights', is set to debut on BritBox in November, with a confirmed premiere date of Thursday, November 13th. The new six-part season catches up with response officers Grace, Annie, and Tommy, two years into their challenging careers, marking their evolution from "wide-eyed rookies" to seasoned officers at Blackthorn Station in Belfast. While they have adapted to the demands of street-level policing, they are now confronted with a sophisticated, calculated threat that tests their growth and resolve.

The central plot of Season 3 pivots away from the conventional gang violence of previous seasons and delves into the chilling world of "criminal facilitators." These are white-collar criminals—including lawyers, accountants, and global gangs—who have quietly moved into the vacuum left by the dismantling of the old, established criminal order. This new adversary is dangerous precisely because it operates behind "respectable middle-class facades," forcing the response officers to deal with a new kind of organized crime rooted in the city's affluent suburbs and the complex financial structures that enable large-scale illegal activity.

The returning main cast—Siân Brooke, Katherine Devlin, Nathan Braniff, Martin McCann, and Fran Blake—will be challenged by the introduction of formidable new characters. These new additions include Cathy Tyson (Boiling Point), who plays Dana Morgan, a powerful private club owner operating in the crosshairs of the law, and Michael Smiley (Bad Sisters), who takes on the role of Paul 'Colly' Collins, a calculating intelligence officer whose methods are bound to cause friction within the Blackthorn police station. With a fresh focus on corporate-level crime and compelling new adversaries, Season 3 promises to be an explosive and complex continuation of the critically acclaimed Belfast-set drama.

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