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TV has the power to do something no other entertainment medium can do: give us joy from watching people fail. They appeal to our mischievous side and for all the serious dramas, soap operas and sitcoms on our televisions, nothing entertains us like contestants trying and failing miserably or falling over.
Whether they are good or bad (or so bad they are good), these TV shows always try to keep us entertained. They make us laugh, they make us cry, and often can make us do both. Many keep us watching throughout, but not necessarily in the way the producers and hosts initially want us to. Prime examples are game shows and this perverse viewing habit can apply to both prime time and low budget shows.
Many shows are in on the joke and play up to this element, while the others are oblivious to their comedy value, but...
TV has the power to do something no other entertainment medium can do: give us joy from watching people fail. They appeal to our mischievous side and for all the serious dramas, soap operas and sitcoms on our televisions, nothing entertains us like contestants trying and failing miserably or falling over.
Whether they are good or bad (or so bad they are good), these TV shows always try to keep us entertained. They make us laugh, they make us cry, and often can make us do both. Many keep us watching throughout, but not necessarily in the way the producers and hosts initially want us to. Prime examples are game shows and this perverse viewing habit can apply to both prime time and low budget shows.
Many shows are in on the joke and play up to this element, while the others are oblivious to their comedy value, but...
- 5/7/2014
- by Glen Naylor
- Obsessed with Film
Nell McAndrew attends Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel 50th Anniversary party in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Nell McAndrew attends Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel 50th Anniversary party in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Nell McAndrew attends Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel 50th Anniversary party in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Frankie Dettori attends Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel 50th Anniversary party in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. John Cleese and Jennifer Wade attend Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel 50th Anniversary party in London.Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. 06/13/2011 - Gary Rhodes - Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel 50th Anniversary Party in London on June 13, 2011 - Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel - Knightsbridge, London, UK...
- 6/16/2011
- by Michelle Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Nell McAndrew, Richard Branson and Melanie Chisholm attend 2011 Virgin Active London Triathlon photocall. Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Matt Willis, Sam Attwater, Richard Branson, Oritse Williams and Marcus Patrick attend 2011 Virgin Active London Triathlon photocall. Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Oritse Williams attends 2011 Virgin Active London Triathlon photocall. Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Liz Locke attends 2011 Virgin Active London Triathlon photocall. Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. Sam Attwater and Chloe Madeley attend 2011 Virgin Active London Triathlon photocall. Photo copyright Landmark / PR Photos. 06/07/2011 - Matt Willis - 2011 Virgin Active London Triathlon - Photocall - Virgin Active - London, UK © Landmark / PR Photos...
- 6/9/2011
- by Michelle Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Nell McAndrew has admitted that she would be reluctant to have more cosmetic surgery, branding her own boob job unnecessary. The 35-year-old model revealed that she was oblivious to the dangers of going under the knife when she purchased breast implants in her 20s, going from a size 34B to 34D. Speaking to Take 5 magazine, McAndrew explained: "I thought it was a good thing to do. But now I just wouldn't have the courage to do it. I didn't think about the side effects. Luckily it's been fine but you hear horror stories so I was lucky." She added: "Now surgery has become the thing to do because everyone thinks we should look a certain (more)...
- 6/17/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
These five stunning Lara Crofts in skintight latex catsuits may be many a man's idea of a dream date.
It should get readers of The Geek Files in the mood for voting on the poll on the right in which you can select the actress you would like to see play the next Lara Croft.
Warner Bros is planning a relaunch of the Tomb Raider film series with a new actress in the title role.
Summer Glau is leading the poll so far - if you don't agree, then get clicking! And if your preferred choice isn't there, vote 'other' and then give the actress's name in the comments section.
As I reported earlier, the new film will be an origin story featuring a younger version of the character than in the previous two films starring Angelina Jolie.
The picture above, from The Geek Files archives, shows (from left) Lara Weller,...
It should get readers of The Geek Files in the mood for voting on the poll on the right in which you can select the actress you would like to see play the next Lara Croft.
Warner Bros is planning a relaunch of the Tomb Raider film series with a new actress in the title role.
Summer Glau is leading the poll so far - if you don't agree, then get clicking! And if your preferred choice isn't there, vote 'other' and then give the actress's name in the comments section.
As I reported earlier, the new film will be an origin story featuring a younger version of the character than in the previous two films starring Angelina Jolie.
The picture above, from The Geek Files archives, shows (from left) Lara Weller,...
- 6/10/2009
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Recently, I reported on the plans to reboot the Tomb Raider franchise with a character-driven origin story featuring a younger Lara Croft.
That means no more Angelina Jolie in the role. I mentioned some of the names put forward by fans and asked you - the readers of The Geek Files - to suggest who you wanted to see playing the new version of the action heroine.
I've taken what seem to be the most popular choices and created a poll on the right-hand side of the page where you can vote and comment.
Among the popular suggestions were some of the Lara Croft models who have portrayed the character in public appearances and promotions.
The first models included Katie Price (aka Jordan) and Nathalie Cook, and then Rhona Mitra who had the role from 1997-1998 and went on to appear in Doomsday and Underworld: Rise of the Lycans.
Next...
That means no more Angelina Jolie in the role. I mentioned some of the names put forward by fans and asked you - the readers of The Geek Files - to suggest who you wanted to see playing the new version of the action heroine.
I've taken what seem to be the most popular choices and created a poll on the right-hand side of the page where you can vote and comment.
Among the popular suggestions were some of the Lara Croft models who have portrayed the character in public appearances and promotions.
The first models included Katie Price (aka Jordan) and Nathalie Cook, and then Rhona Mitra who had the role from 1997-1998 and went on to appear in Doomsday and Underworld: Rise of the Lycans.
Next...
- 6/5/2009
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Nell McAndrew has defended her decision to continue breast-feeding her son, despite the fact that he is nearly three. The model and TV presenter told The Mirror that she is often criticised and made to "feel uncomfortable" by other mums. However, the 35-year-old said that she is determined to continue for as long as her child Devon wants to. She said: "Breast-feeding is the most natural thing in the world - and it's so good for my son that I don't see (more)...
- 3/6/2009
- by By Sarah Rollo
- Digital Spy
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