BCG Daily Monday 2nd September 2013
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Tamsin Greig: Black Books, Green Wing and now crime
Ten minutes into our interview, Tamsin Greig wants to know something. "Do you like police dramas?" she asks casually. It's a bit of a loaded question really, as the whole reason we're talking is that she is about to star in The Guilty, a three-part ITV police drama that could well be the new Broadchurch. I suggest that everyone likes police dramas and she nods thoughtfully.
Ben Machell, The Times, 2nd September 2013Lee Evans interview
He's made millions from his madcap comedy and is soon to star as a hapless low-life in Barking in Essex. So why is Lee Evans thinking of giving it all up to become a painter? Dominic Cavendish finds out.
Dominic Cavendish, The Telegraph, 2nd September 2013Through the Keyhole: TV review
There are only two possible reasons for you to watch. The first is if, after years of the original, and MTV Cribs, and others, you still feel a powerful urge to gawp at the lavish living rooms of the rich and famous. The second is if the idea of a man pretending to be an idiot mucking about in a stranger's house sends you into paralysing fits of giggles.
Tom Meltzer, The Guardian, 2nd September 2013Filming starts on Mrs Brown D'Movie
From the small screen to the big screen, the cameras have begun rolling on Mrs Brown's Boys - D'Movie on Dublin's Moore Street.
The Independent (Ireland), 2nd September 2013Sadomasochistic comedy opens in Newcastle
A one-woman parody of infamous erotic trilogy Fifty Shades Of Grey is to debut in Newcastle next week.
John-Paul Stephenson, Giggle Beats, 2nd September 2013Interview: Adele Silva (51 Shades of Maggie)
Adele Silva appears in 51 Shades of Maggie, a parody of EL James' infamous sadomasochistic novel, which begins its UK tour in September at Newcastle's Theatre Royal. The actress, who played Kelly Windsor in ITV soap Emmerdale, took time out of rehearsals to talk to John-Paul Stephenson about playing Maggie.
John-Paul Stephenson, Giggle Beats, 2nd September 2013A Labor Day salute to the employees of Grace Brothers
n the United States, Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement, dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. As we settle in for the final day of a 3-day weekend, we pause to pay tribute to some of the hardest working people in U.K. retail...the staff of Grace Brothers Department Store.
Bill Young, Tellyspotting, 2nd September 2013Doc Martin, ITV, review
This enduring hit for ITV (the first series aired back in 2004) is by now rather flat. Though the cast members, particularly Martin Clunes in the title role, are all perfectly good, and the script and pacing are fine, the package is as cosy as an advert for fabric softener.
Adrian Michaels, The Telegraph, 2nd September 2013Harry Hill's X Factor musical mocking Simon Cowell
Cowell is set to be the butt of many jokes − from lovechilds to high trouser waistlines - but he is taking them in good spirit.
Mark Brown, The Guardian, 2nd September 2013Bestival 2013: Milton Jones, Marcus Brigstocke and more
The comedy lineup for this year's Bestival has been announced. Milton Jones and Marcus Brigstocke are among the top comic acts for the annual event's 10th anniversary this weekend.
Tom Eames, Digital Spy, 2nd September 2013Should I make a YouTube video?
I have heard producers on panel and Q&As say 'If you can make a little taster, then go for it' but I really don't think that's great advice.
James Cary, Sitcom Geek, 2nd September 2013Martin Clunes and Caroline Catz shine (Link expired)
It's fair to say that Doc Martin will never be a critically acclaimed piece of work, but the drama is full of well-crafted characters and brilliant spots of comic timing.
Unreality TV, 2nd September 2013Billy Connolly selling his £3m Scottish house
Billy Connolly has put his Scottish mansion up for sale for almost £3 million.
The Scotsman, 2nd September 2013Doc Martin review
The quickest way to kill off a comedy is to throw a wedding. So we could only hope Doc Martin's nuptials would come a cropper before Martin Clunes and Caroline Catz reached the altar.
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail, 2nd September 2013Through the Keyhole review
If you don't like cheap TV with low-rent celebs, scripted ad libs and an audience that applauds on cue like trained seals, this is the sort of show you really won't like at all.
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail, 2nd September 2013Videos
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