Archives: Solo Items

Solo activities like books, TV series or films to enjoy in your own company

Bad sisters

The comedy writing behemoth that is Sharon Horgan is the brains behind Apple TV’s Bad Sisters. The premise is simple: If someone you loved was in pain, how far would

Rebel ideas

Critical and lateral thinking are cliches these days, despite still being relevant. Matthew Syed takes things to the next level.

Tar

Cate Blanchett's amazing performance in Tar is as disturbing as she is mesmerizing to watch. But is it based on a true story, or not? You be the judge.

The Devil’s Hour

Peter Capaldi broods and gurns his way through The Devil's Hour, a six-part psychological thriller with eerie twists and an unsettling feeling till the cliff hanger end.

Detective Adam Hunter series

If you pair a skilled story teller with a knack for mixing multiple media into a story (from news articles, social media, online commentary and multiple points of view), you end up with the Adam Crawley detective series by award winning Cara Hunter.

Till

Based on a shocking true story, and with incredible performances by all the cast, Till will have you reeling with the impact of racism in America's south. It's in the cinemas, and soon to be on streaming services. 

Avenue 5

Satire doesn't come better than Armando Ianucci's Avenue 5. Hugh Laurie leads a cruise ship in space, and while it sounds like sci-fi it is an excellent parody of modern democracy.

How to read water

If you’re fascinated by the sea, or any body of water, Tristan Gooley’s How to read water is an incredble book. He explains how to almost magically read signs in

The Shining

Kino Aero's dedication to classic cinema means I've watched 70s and 80s films which I'd only enjoyed on the small screen before. Next Monday they'll screen Stanley Kubrick's sensational The Shining, in English.

Emily in Paris (Season 3)

Catching up with the frivolous antics of Emily Cooper in the 3rd season of Netflix's Emily in Paris was one of the highlights of my Christmas break. Bonkers outfits, beautiful people, fantastic France. Can we ask for more?