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Irish Independent
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming picks: The Secret Headliner, Paddington 2 and Octopus!
Legacy RTÉ One, 6.30pm New four-part documentary series offering insights into 15 entries in the National Historic Properties portfolio. The opening episode focuses on centres of power – Dublin Castle, Oldbridge House, Derrynane House and Pearse Museum. Sloinne TG4, 8.30pm A new run of the series delving into the history of Irish surnames starts with Mac Gearailt, or Fitzgerald. Lecturer Rónán Mac Gearailt explores the life of JFK's great-grandfather, while Stella Bass profiles fellow singer Ella Fitzgerald. The Secret Headliner Virgin Media One, 8pm New music show in which a top act plays a secret gig for an unsuspecting crowd, supported by local talent. First into the fray are Picture This and Simple Things, who perform at Cork's Crane Lane. Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire BBC Two, 9pm Moving documentary which is broadcast 40 years to the day since a blaze began at Bradford City's match against Lincoln City. In just four minutes, it took hold in an old wooden stand at the Valley Parade stadium, resulting in 56 deaths. Here, survivors and members of the bereaved families recall their experiences. Paddington 2 BBC One, 3.55pm One of the greatest sequels of all time sees the beloved bear framed for a theft he didn't commit. After being jailed, he wins over his fellow inmates, and becomes involved in an audacious escape attempt. Hugh Grant co-stars as the villain of the piece, while Ben Whishaw voices Paddington. Ambulance RTÉ One, 9.30pm Crime drama in which an army veteran desperate for money to pay for his wife's medical bills reluctantly agrees to help his charismatic career criminal adoptive brother carry out a bank heist. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Jake Gyllenhaal play the pair. A Deadly American Marriage Netflix, streaming now The story of Jason Corbett and Molly Martens was always going to be made into a Netflix documentary. Corbett, a widower, got married in 2008 to Martens, his Tennessee au pair. They left Ireland to start over in North Carolina with his kids, Jack and Sarah. Their story took a dark turn in August 2015, when Molly and her dad, former FBI agent Thomas Martens, were in an altercation resulting in Jason's death. Molly later entered a no-contest plea, claiming self-defence, while Thomas was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in 2023. After their 2024 prison release, uncertainty remained about certain facets. Directed by Jessica Burgess and Jenny Popplewell, this documentary includes exclusive interviews providing insight into the divergent perspectives of those involved, leaving some grappling with the question of: 'Who was the real victim?' And, given Jack and Sarah's unbelievably brave contributions, the answer to that would be: the kids. Octopus! Prime Video, streaming now Narrated by Phoebe Fleabag Waller-Bridge, this marvellous mash-up chronicles being killed by a lover, losing yourself in Mexico, spotting a unicorn, befriending a competitive quilter, exploring our connection with aliens, and extra Tracy Morgan. This is how all nature documentaries ought to be produced from now on. Rose International Dance Prize Marquee TV, streaming now For those unfamiliar with Marquee TV, it's your global streaming platform for the arts. This 60-minute film, narrated by Fiona Shaw (Bad Sisters, Harry Potter, plus too many more to mention), sees internationally acclaimed choreographers compete for dance's version of the Oscars. The Match Netflix, streaming now If you're watching season two of The Devil's Plan and wondering why there's always a Go master in the line-up, this cut-throat drama could give you some context. For something at the other end of the spectrum entirely, Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon and a rake load of other famous people star in Nonnas.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Science and Media Museum to close for two days
The National Science and Media Museum in Bradford will be temporarily closed to daytime visitors on Wednesday 7 and Thursday 8 May as it hosts a major creative industries conference. Speakers including TV presenter Anita Rani, BBC director general Tim Davie, West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin and UK City of Culture creative director Shanaz Gulzar will address the Creative Cities Convention. The annual event attracts professionals working in the film, TV and digital industries. Key stakeholders include the BBC, Channel 4, ITV, Paramount and Pact. The museum will reopen to the public on Friday 9 May, with its current exhibitions and galleries. Jo Quinton-Tulloch, director of the National Science and Media Museum, said: "We're thrilled to be hosting the Creative Cities Convention at the museum whilst Bradford is centre stage as UK City of Culture. "As the UK's national museum exploring the evolution of screen technologies, we're a place of inspiration for the content creators of today and the future. "And with Bradford as the world's first Unesco City of Film, where iconic filming locations abound, it's a fitting place to bring the UK's TV, film, and digital industries together." Meanwhile, on Tuesday, the museum's Pictureville cinema will screen BBC documentary Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire to mark the 40th anniversary of the tragedy. The following evening, it will show The Brontës by Anita Rani: Sisters of Disruption, a Sky Arts documentary exploring the influence of the Brontë sisters. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. National Science and Media Museum
BBC News
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bradford Science and Media Museum to close for two days
The National Science and Media Museum in Bradford will be temporarily closed to daytime visitors on Wednesday 7 and Thursday 8 May as it hosts a major creative industries including TV presenter Anita Rani, BBC director general Tim Davie, West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin and UK City of Culture creative director Shanaz Gulzar will address the Creative Cities annual event attracts professionals working in the film, TV and digital industries. Key stakeholders include the BBC, Channel 4, ITV, Paramount and museum will reopen to the public on Friday 9 May, with its current exhibitions and galleries. Jo Quinton-Tulloch, director of the National Science and Media Museum, said: "We're thrilled to be hosting the Creative Cities Convention at the museum whilst Bradford is centre stage as UK City of Culture. "As the UK's national museum exploring the evolution of screen technologies, we're a place of inspiration for the content creators of today and the future. "And with Bradford as the world's first Unesco City of Film, where iconic filming locations abound, it's a fitting place to bring the UK's TV, film, and digital industries together."Meanwhile, on Tuesday, the museum's Pictureville cinema will screen BBC documentary Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire to mark the 40th anniversary of the following evening, it will show The Brontës by Anita Rani: Sisters of Disruption, a Sky Arts documentary exploring the influence of the Brontë sisters. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
National Science and Media Museum to host Creative Cities Convention
The National Science and Media Museum will host this year's Creative Cities Convention, as announced today (Tuesday, February 18). The museum, which reopened in January after an 18-month, £6 million renovation project, will host the convention in May. The convention is billed as the only conference dedicated to film, TV, and digital content creators outside of London. It will stage two days of sessions, debates, and screenings. The Creative Cities Convention will also present a preview screening of the new BBC documentary about the Bradford City stadium fire. The documentary, titled 'Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire,' marks the fortieth anniversary of the tragedy and features personal testimonies from those who were present - it is scheduled to be broadcast in May on BBC2. The free preview screening, open to the public and delegates, will take place at the museum's Pictureville cinema on May 6 and will be followed by a Q&A with the programme makers. Lisa Campbell, director of the Creative Cities Convention, said: "It is an honour to be screening such an important documentary, which tells of a tragedy yet also celebrates the strength of community, resilience, and shared remembrance." The 2025 Creative Cities Convention is themed 'Local to Global: More in Common,' and will explore the future development and impact of British-made content. Ms Campbell added: "I can't think of a more perfect venue to host this year's conference than the National Science and Media Museum. "For more than 40 years, the museum has catalogued the innovation and creativity of the UK screen industry, attracting visitors from all over the world. "Now, following its stunning renovation, it truly is one of the jewels in Bradford's crown as it celebrates its global status as the UK City of Culture." Jo Quinton-Tulloch, director of the National Science and Media Museum, said: "We're thrilled to be hosting the Creative Cities Convention at the museum whilst Bradford is centre stage as UK City of Culture." This year's Creative Cities Convention, taking place on May 7 and 8, will be hosted by journalist Mobeen Azhar, and is set to feature industry figures and keynote sessions. Confirmed speakers include BBC director-general Tim Davie, Channel 4's managing director of nations and regions Sinéad Rocks, and ITV Studios executive producer of continuing drama Iain Macleod. The programme includes sessions on funding new shows, building brands, monetising YouTube content, and future-proofing skills in light of AI and virtual production advancements.
