Category Archives: TV

Narcos: Mexico (2018-) reviewed

Posted on February 7, 2021 by topherdman

A while ago, I reviewed Narcos. That series featured the War on Drugs, as the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) contended with Colombian lions. The first two seasons focused on the hardworking agents in their bid to bring down Pablo Escobar, … Continue reading →

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Daredevil (2015) reviewed

Posted on January 3, 2021 by topherdman

Today we’ll be tackling arguably the finest Marvel series on Netflix. While there are a number of Marvel iterations around, Daredevil’s production, scope, action sequences, and characters set it apart from the field. The programme forms my holiday watch; I’m … Continue reading →

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The Queen’s Gambit (2020) reviewed

Posted on November 29, 2020 by topherdman

Over a few weeks, I’ve gone through three limited series. I started off with The Queen’s Gambit before taking in Bodyguard. Chernobyl was the latest miniseries I devoured. The last two shows won acting Globes. Yet while all of them … Continue reading →

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The Last Hair Bender

Posted on November 22, 2020 by topherdman

Having hair obliges us to have a haircut. From the moment we wailed in the delivery room, we are subject to hair maintenance. As usual, your mileage may vary (ymmv). Boys and girls, men and women will have different due … Continue reading →

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US Election 2020: You don’t know Joe

Posted on November 13, 2020 by topherdman

Someone told me that this is the most boring US election ever. We know who’ll win, they reasoned. If Hillary couldn’t beat Trump, then how can Joe? For the current President, losing was never an option. He repeatedly claimed that … Continue reading →

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‘2020 NRL Finals Series’

Posted on October 23, 2020 by topherdman

There are just a few more sleeps to go before the much-awaited NRL (National Rugby League) Grand Final. The championship match marks the culmination of the current league calendar and will see the rising Penrith Panthers square off against the … Continue reading →

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Cobra Kai (2018-) reviewed: the karatistas

Posted on October 3, 2020 by topherdman

A few weeks ago, I finished viewing Cobra Kai. The series, which continues The Karate Kid saga, was the number one show on Netflix at the time. Cobra Kai premiered in 2018 on YouTube. The series sees the return of … Continue reading →

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September 2020 reads

Posted on September 25, 2020 by topherdman

This month’s reads are another mixed bunch. I started off with The Snowman, Harry Hole 7. The book was adapted into film and featured Michael Fassbender as the star detective. I followed this with a classic for a change. Lord … Continue reading →

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Atlanta (2016-) reviewed

Posted on August 28, 2020 by topherdman

Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been tuning in to Atlanta. Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino is the star of the show while also acting as producer. The award-winning first season was released in 2016, with Glover earning a … Continue reading →

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The Good Place (2015-2020) reviewed

Posted on July 3, 2020 by topherdman

After summiting Parks and Recreation, I was looking for a new series. Enter The Good Place. The show is a light-hearted take on the afterlife while also incorporating elements of philosophy. The cast features the talented Kristen Bell as Eleanor, … Continue reading →

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