The Guinness Book of World Records holds Sherlock Holmes to be the most depicted character to ever appear on film. There are endless adaptations, pastiches, and parodies, in print, on the big screen and on the small screen.
Heavy Is the Head That Wears The Crown
The Crown recreates seminal events in British history as well as highlighting lesser known pivotal moments.
Film Adaptations of Agatha Christie’s Stories
It’s said that her books have only been outsold by Shakespeare and the Bible. Her list of works is stunningly long and she holds the title of the world’s longest-running stage play with “The Mousetrap.” This prolific Dame of the British Empire lived a half a dozen lives—nurse, pharmacist, pianist, archaeologist, surfer—before becoming a full-time…
George Sanders, Gentleman Cad
He had a deep, sonorous voice, a wave of perfect hair, and a wry smile. He could deliver a biting remake with a layer of smarm, or shine as a suave and gentle hero.
Doomed Romances
From the outset, we know these movies don’t have a happy ending, yet we can’t help but hope these couples somehow escape their dark fate and live happily ever after.