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The Garfield animated TV specials in order

 In 1982, popular comic strip character, Garfield took to the small screen to appear in a half-hour, animated television special. The special – Here Comes Garfield – aired on CBS in the US and followed the story of Garfield and Odie’s encounter with a dogcatcher. Upon making its debut, Here Comes Garfield was a ratings…

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How many Garfield movies are there?

 In 2004, comic strip character, Garfield starred in his first feature-length movie. The lazy orange cat, created by cartoonist Jim Davis, took to the big screen via a live-action comedy directed by Peter Hewitt. In the movie, Garfield’s life is turned upside down when his owner, Jon Arbuckle, brings home a new pet dog called…

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Gene Wilder movies in order

 In 1966, Gene Wilder made his film debut in the television movie, Death of a Salesman. From here he followed up his acting work with further appearances in films such as Bonnie and Clyde, The Producers, and Start the Revolution Without Me. With each new movie his presence on screen increased. This in turn made him a firm favourite,…

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Review: Wonka (2023)

 New to UK cinemas from today, and opening in the US on December 15th, is the musical fantasy film, Wonka. The movie – directed and co-written by Paul King – stars Timothée Chalamet, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Rowan Atkinson, Olivia Colman, Jim Carter, and Hugh Grant, and provides a sort-of origin…

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Review: Leave the World Behind (2023)

 New to Netflix today is the apocalyptic thriller, Leave the World Behind. The movie – written and directed by Sam Esmail – is based on the book of the same name by Rumaan Alam, and stars Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, Mahershala Ali, and Kevin Bacon.  In the film, husband and wife duo Clay and Amanda Sandford…

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Review: Merry Little Batman (2023)

 In Merry Little Batman, it’s Christmas time and Bruce Wayne’s son, Damian, is running amuck through Wayne Manor. He is excited about the festivities, but in truth he is far more interested in playing out crime-fighting scenarios with the  pet cat, as part of his ‘training’ to become a superhero. But as far as Bruce is concerned,…

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List of American Housewife Christmas episodes

 In 2016, US sitcom, American Housewife, aired ‘Krampus Katie’ – a Christmas-themed episode of the hit series. The episode was broadcast to coincide with the festive season and provide audiences with some seasonal cheer. Due to the popularity of the episode, with audiences enjoying this dose of Christmas content, further Christmas episodes popped up on the show.…

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How many Twister movies are there?

 In 1996, the big budget action disaster movie, Twister, made its way into cinemas. The film – written by Anne-Marie Martin and Jurassic Park novelist, Michael Crichton – followed a group of amateur storm chasers who plan to deploy a research device named ‘Dorothy’ in the midst of a tornado outbreak. Released to a positive response from critics, Twister proved…

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Review: Monica

 In Monica, middle-aged masseuse, Monica, is a trans woman who has been estranged from her family for years. However, when her mother’s health declines, Monica’s sister-in-law gets in touch and asks Monica to help out. Monica is very apprehensive about going back home, but she understands the need to reconnect at this important time. Her…

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Review: Christmas as Usual (2023)

 New to Netflix from today is the Norwegian Christmas comedy-drama, Christmas as Usual (aka Så Var Det Jul Igjen). Directed by Petter Holmsen, the film is based on a true story, and stars Ida Ursin-Holm and Kanan Gill.  In the movie, it’s Christmas time and after her boyfriend, Jashan, proposes to her, Thea takes him home to Norway…

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