The knives were out for Grown-Ups 2 long before it hit our shores. Not only is this an Adam Sandler film (he leads the cast and co-wrote the film) it’s also a sequel to another lame Adam Sandler film. About 20 minutes in, though, the film seems to be defying expectations. Aside from a ludicrous sequence involving a deer invading
Read moreWell, the footy finals are run and won so it is time to get down and dirty with some real live music again on Sunday afternoons. The 88.3 LIVE SUNDAY SESSIONS return this week and we are very happy to have found the ideal act to lead into the Summer sessions. An evolving act who can be described as a
Read moreThose appalled by the way Clash of The Titans butchered Greek mythology should keep well clear of Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters a film that tries to ram those Greek Myths into the dubious world of teen romantic adventure. The result is rarely adventurous, romantic or mythic as the film lumbers through dull, noisy cgi action sequences and employs scenes
Read moreRegardless of the studio creating them, a lot of big-budget animated films are starting to look very similar. The well-worn plot template sees an innocent, loveable character with an ability to drive or fly quickly, aspire to break free of their staid conservative environment and against all odds and warnings from friends and family, compete in a dangerous high-stakes race.
Read moreGeoff Turton has had two successful musical careers: being lead sing singer of legendary Birmingham Band The Rockin’ Berries for around 50 years & counting!! & also having great solo success as Jefferson in the UK & USA. Join Geoff as he discusses his close encounters with the Queen of England, the Beatles, Birmingham Beat bands, Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie, Hamburg in the 60s, hit records,
Read moreThis week on Built For Speed we speak to Benjamin Zeccola, the CEO of Palace Cinemas about the upcoming Lavazza Italian Film Festival. We also review two special effects laden movie sequels Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters and Riddick. There’s also plenty of fine music new and old including Kings of Leon and Aussie artists like Howlin’ Steam Train and
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