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December 28th:NEW YEAR CHARTS: X-Factor vs. Band Aid 20 – who got the No.1…?

Check out themusic chart analysis page.

The release dates for singles go up until late Februarywith albums until May 2005.

The Best and Worst DVDs and Games of 2004…

As the year draws to a close, the time comes to look back on those DVDs watchedand games played over the past 12 months to see what made the grade and whatfell flat.

The DVDs reviewed online are as follows. For each title, the score given isthat for the film alone. For the overall score, taking into account the pictureand sound quality, as well as the extras, click on the link:

• Alone (6/10)
• Along Came Polly (4/10)
• American Pie: The Wedding (6/10)
• Battle Royale (8/10)
• The Bourne Supremacy (6/10)
• Breakdown (9/10)
• Charlie (4/10)
• The Chronicles of Riddick (7/10)
• The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury (6/10)
• Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (8/10)
• Confidence (1/10)
• Eightball (6/10)
• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (8/10)
• Highlander 2: Special Edition (8/10)
• Identity (7/10)
• In America (5/10)
• Intolerable Cruelty (1/10)
• Johnny Got His Gun (10/10)
• Kill Bill Vol.1 (8/10)
• Kill Bill Vol.2 (5/10)
• Killing Zoe (5/10)
• Lost in Translation (9/10)
• Love Actually (7/10)
• My Life Without Me (7/10)
• Nil By Mouth (5/10)
• Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch’s War on Journalism (8/10)
• Peanuts: I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown (8/10)
• Pieces of April (7/10)
• Prime Suspect 6: The Last Witness (6/10)
• Sex Lives of the Potato Men (7/10)
• Shaun of the Dead (10/10)
• Sparks: Lil’ Beethoven: Live in Stockholm (7/10)
• Veronica Guerin (6/10)

  Plus repeat viewings for:

• The Bourne Identity: Special Edition (8/10)
• National Lampoon’s Animal House (10/10)
• Peanuts: It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown!
• Pitch Black: Special Edition (7/10)
• Reservoir Dogs: Special Edition (10/10)
• Spaced: Special Edition (extras only)

And the games reviewed online are below. For each title, the score given isthat for the enjoyment alone. For the overall score, taking into account thegraphics and sound quality, as well as the playability, click on the link:

• Athens 2004 (4/10)
• The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay (9/10)
• Corvette (1/10)
• Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (1/10)
• Deus Ex: Invisible War (1/10)
• Doom 3 (1/10)
• Driv3r (9/10)
• The Getaway: Black Monday (6/10)
• Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance (2/10)
• Gran Turismo 4: Prologue Signature Edition (2/10)
• Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (10/10)
• Grand Theft Auto 3/Vice City (Xbox release) (10/10)
• Halo 2 (5/10)
• Hitman: Contracts (10/10)
• kill.switch (7/10)
• Manhunt (9/10)
• Max Payne Advance (8/10)
• Midway Arcade Treasures (10/10)
• Outrun 2 (9/10)
• Sonic Advance 3 (10/10)
• The Suffering (1/10)
• Thief: Deadly Shadows (6/10)
• True Crime: Streets of L.A. (4/10)

New DVDs out this week…

The following DVDs are out this week:

• Abi Titmuss: Tone And Tease (15.99, Warner Vision)
• Aladdin King Of Thieves (19.99, Buena Vista)
• Aladdin: The Return Of Jafar (19.99, Buena Vista)
• The Alamo (2004) (15.99, Buena Vista)
• Almodovar Box Set (5 films) (49.99, Fox)
• Auf Wiedersehen Pet: Xmas 2004 Special (19.99, VCI)
• Bad Education (19.99, Fox)
• Chasing Liberty (15.99, Warner)
• Freeze Frame (15.99, Universal)
• Hollyoaks Fitness (17.99, Universal)
• Latino Dance Workout With Nadia (14.99, Contender)
• Memento SE (24.99, Fox)
• Midsomer Murders: Market For Murder (16.99, Acorn)
• Midsomer Murders: Tainted Fruit (16.99, Acorn)
• Monarch Of The Glen Series 5 Part 1 (19.99, Acorn)
• Monarch Of The Glen Series 5 Part 2 (19.99, Acorn)
• Monk Series 1 (27.99, Universal)
• Most Haunted Live 2 (19.99, VCI)
• Open Water (17.99, Warner)
• Pride (15.99, BBC)
• Raising Helen (17.99, Buena Vista)
• Rosemary And Thyme Series 2 (39.99, Acorn)
• Shameless Series 1 (19.99, VCI)
• Sliders Seasons 1 & 2 (34.99, Universal)
• Stage Beauty (17.99, Momentum)
• The X Files Season 4 (M-Lock Packaging) (34.99, Fox)
• The X Files Season 5 (M-Lock Packaging) (34.99, Fox)
• The X Files Season 6 (M-Lock Packaging) (34.99, Fox)
• Yu Gi Oh: The Movie (15.99, Warner)

December 25th:Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 4 @ DVDfever.co.uk…

Between now and Xmas Day, we’re continuing withDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen‘s look back atthe year in film, today including Blade: Trinity, The Phantom of the Opera, Lemony Snicketand a look ahead to what’s to come in 2005…

Ok, so that’s the last regular update on DVDfever.co.uk for 2004and we will be back for more on a daily basis from Monday January 10th 2005.

In the meantime, I’ll still be updating the music charts, and look out shortlyfor DVDfever Dom‘s best and worst of 2004 for movies and games.

Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 4is online now.

December 24th:Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 3 @ DVDfever.co.uk…

Between now and Xmas Day, we’re continuing withDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen‘s look back atthe year in film, today including Collateral, Sky Captain & The World of Tomorrow,The Grudge and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason.

Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 3is online now, with part 4 to follow tomorrow.

Updated cinema listings…

Stuck for something to do this weekend? The list of the films showing at Manchester Showcase Cinemacan be found on this page, and won’t differ much from what’s on in the restof the country.

The new films released this week include: National Treasureand a review of Alien Vs Predator is online now.

December 23rd:Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 2 @ DVDfever.co.uk…

Between now and Xmas Day, we’re continuing withDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen‘s look back atthe year in film, today including Kill Bill Vol.2, Harry Potter 3,Bourne 2 and King Arthur… erm… 1.

Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 2is online now, with parts 3 and 4 to follow.

December 22nd:Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective @ DVDfever.co.uk…

In addition to the usual weekly movie digest, between now and Xmas Day,we’ll be bringing you all four parts ofDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen‘s look back atthe year in film.

Dan’s Movie Digest: 2004 Retrospective Part 1is online now, with parts 2-4 to follow.

Dan’s Movie Digest @ DVDfever.co.uk…

And, of course, don’t stop reading there, becauseDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen returns with hisregular movie news section which looks at future releases and features US and UKtop 10 cinema listings, UK release dates, websites and trailers.

Dan’s Movie Digestis online now.

December 21st:XMAS CHARTS: Ronan vs. Band Aid 20 – who got the No.1…?

Check out themusic chart analysis page.

The release dates for singles go up until mid Februarywith albums until May 2005.

Marillion – Live on DVD…

Over the years this band has had quite a transformation, breaking away froma figure-head of a lead singer, and these days selling most of their musiconline, often asking their fans to pay for the tours and CDs in advance,but it’s a gig that certainly works, andDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertsspins the DVD to see how this one fares.

Marillion: Marbles on the Roadis online now and out on DVD.

December 20th:The Bourne Supremacy – Matt Damon returns on DVD…

Released January 24th 2005:

No, you won’t be able to get your hands on this action sequel until after theNew Year celebrations are well and truly over, but will this second film inthe series, again starring Matt Damon, Franka Potente and Brian Cox,deliver the same thrills as last time?

The Bourne Supremacyis online and out on DVD from January 24th 2005.

I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown! Peanuts on DVD…

I figured originally this was just another collection of a couple of oldcartoons featuring Snoopy and the regular gang, but while it does contain aclassic 1965 episode, there’s also a new one centred around Linus and Lucy’syounger brother, Rerun, and he’ll stop at nothing to make sure he’s got aChristmas canine companion.

Peanuts: I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brownis online and out now on DVD.

Jason’s Jukebox: The Top 40 hits that never were…

Confused? You won’t be after you’ve read this, the final entry fromDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Jason Maloney‘sregular column, looking at the hits of yesterday, this time discovering thoseflops that should’ve been a monster.

Jason’s Jukebox: The 40 Best Singles That Missed the UK Top 40is online now.

XMAS CHARTS: Ronan vs. Band Aid 20 – who got the No.1…?

Check back tomorrow for the Xmas Charts…

COMPETITION: 11 DVD/PC competitions…

The following comps are online until Friday December 24th:

• I, Robot Classic Collection Box Set (DVD)
• The Cooler (DVD)
• Once a Thief (DVD)
• Spellbound (DVD)
• Sid Meier’s Pirates (PC)
• The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King Extended Edition (DVD)
• Prince of Persia: Warrior Within (PC)
• Outfoxed: The Rupert Murdoch War on Journalism (DVD)
• Busted: A Ticket For Everyone – Live (DVD)
• Bo Selecta Vol.3 (DVD)
• Axis and Allies (PC)

RED DOT: The campaign continues…

Still the broadcasters continue to be ignorant about giving us a choice,but we will not let up until the logos and red dots have been made an option.

Keep emailing the broadcasters tell them how you feel!

The RED DOT campaignis online now.

The DVDfever.co.uk discussion forum…

Want to chat about anything you’ve seen on this site, or just fancy a rant aboutanything music, DVD and TV related? Get to the forum and start presentingyour opinions!

Click on the Discussion Forum link on the left-hand menu now.

New DVDs out this week…

The following DVDs are out this week:

• 24th Day (12.99, Mosaic)
• Foolproof (12.99, Momentum)
• Jupiter Moon 3: Return To Space City (19.99, Oracle)
• The Keeper (12.99, Momentum)
• Playboy: Video Playmate Calendar 2005 (15.99, Medusa)
• Star Trek 7: Generations SE (24.99, Paramount)

December 18th:For those who can’t get enough Kylie…

Early last week, we brought youDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Roberts‘review of Kylie’s DVD and now read his thoughts on the CD.

Kylie Minogue: Ultimate Kylieis online now and out on CD.

December 17th:Harry Connick Jr for the Holidays on CD…

Harry for the Holidays, the American slang for ‘Christmas’, contains16 Xmassy tracks, but how many of them are worth listening to?DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertsinvestigates…

Harry Connick Jr: Harry For The Holidaysis online now and out on CD.

Updated cinema listings…

Stuck for something to do this weekend? The list of the films showing at Manchester Showcase Cinemacan be found on this page, and won’t differ much from what’s on in the restof the country.

The new films released this week include: Lemony Snicket, Ella Enchanted, Sleepoverand a review of Alien Vs Predator is online now.

December 16th:The Songbird sings again on DVD…

Eva Cassidy died from cancer at the young age of 33, but thisrelease is the chance to catch her fine performance filmed a mere nine monthsbefore she passed away.DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertstakes a look.

Eva Cassidy Singsis online now and out on DVD.

December 15th:Dan’s Movie Digest @ DVDfever.co.uk…

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen returns with hisregular movie news section which looks at future releases and features US and UKtop 10 cinema listings, UK release dates, websites and trailers.

Dan’s Movie Digestis online now.

Get some R&B with the Platinum Collection on CD…

Is R&B your bag when it comes to music? If not, it might not entirely matterwith this 40-track compilation, but each person’s tastes differ.DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertslends an ear.

Platinum: The R&B Collectionis online now and out on CD.

December 14th:Britney gets her hits out on DVD…

She’s only been on the music scene for five years, but as her life’s takinga new turn with yet another marriage, she’ll be taking a short break andpossibly spawning little Britneys, so this is a collection of her hits so far,as viewed byDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Roberts.

Britney Spears: Greatest Hits – My Prerogativeis online now and out on DVD.

December 13th:Halo 2 – a new halo arrives on the Xbox…

The first game, released at the same time as the Xbox was launched in March2002, set a benchmark for future gaming, so can this sequel take the originaland build upon it to create a new classic, or does it fall short of the mark?

Halo 2is online and out on Xbox now.

The Divine Comedy – live on DVD…

In the early days, Neil Hannon had many a hit as the Divine Comedy, andwhile more recently the singles haven’t charted as highly, they still packthe required punch.DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertstakes a look at the live concert to see how he fares on stage.

The Divine Comedy: Live at the Palladiumis online now and out on DVD.

CHARTS: Kylie vs. Band Aid 20 – who got the No.1…?

Check out themusic chart analysis page.

The release dates for singles go up until mid Februarywith albums until May 2005.

COMPETITION: 11 DVD/PC competitions…

The following comps are online until Friday December 24th:

• I, Robot Classic Collection Box Set (DVD)
• The Cooler (DVD)
• Once a Thief (DVD)
• Spellbound (DVD)
• Sid Meier’s Pirates (PC)
• The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King Extended Edition (DVD)
• Prince of Persia: Warrior Within (PC)
• Outfoxed: The Rupert Murdoch War on Journalism (DVD)
• Busted: A Ticket For Everyone – Live (DVD)
• Bo Selecta Vol.3 (DVD)
• Axis and Allies (PC)

RED DOT: The campaign continues…

Still the broadcasters continue to be ignorant about giving us a choice,but we will not let up until the logos and red dots have been made an option.

Keep emailing the broadcasters tell them how you feel!

The RED DOT campaignis online now.

The DVDfever.co.uk discussion forum…

Want to chat about anything you’ve seen on this site, or just fancy a rant aboutanything music, DVD and TV related? Get to the forum and start presentingyour opinions!

Click on the Discussion Forum link on the left-hand menu now.

New DVDs out this week…

The following DVDs are out this week:

• The Bobo (13.99, Orbit)
• Charlie Chan In Paris (13.99, Orbit)
• The Coen Brothers Collection (39.99, Universal)
• Joss Stone: Mind. Body And Soul Sessions (13.99, EMI)
• Mariah Carey: Live At Madison Square Garden (11.99, Sony)
• Rod Stewart: One Night With (17.99, BMG)
• Xena: Warrior Princess Series 1 To 6 (289.99, Universal)

December 11th:Strictly Come Dancing: The final is tonight…

The second series comes to a head tonight on BBC1 at 6.55pm with BruceForsyth and, in advance of that,DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertsbrings together a collection of tunes used in the series.

Strictly Come Dancingis online now and out on CD.

December 10th:Eric Bibb live in Warwick…

Yesterday,DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertsbrought us a review of Michael Ball’s live DVD, but here comes a live trio fromEric Bibb, and support from Ruthie Foster and Martin Simpson, performingtwo weeks ago at the Warwick Arts Centre.

Michael Ball: Live in Londonis online now and out on DVD.

COMPETITION: 11 DVD/PC competitions…

The following comps are online until Friday December 24th, including onemore added today:

• I, Robot Classic Collection Box Set (DVD)
• The Cooler (DVD)
• Once a Thief (DVD)
• Spellbound (DVD)
• Sid Meier’s Pirates (PC)
• The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King Extended Edition (DVD)
• Prince of Persia: Warrior Within (PC)
• Outfoxed: The Rupert Murdoch War on Journalism (DVD)
• Busted: A Ticket For Everyone – Live (DVD)
• Bo Selecta Vol.3 (DVD)
• Axis and Allies (PC)

Updated cinema listings…

Stuck for something to do this weekend? The list of the films showing at Manchester Showcase Cinemacan be found on this page, and won’t differ much from what’s on in the restof the country.

The new films released this week include: The Polar Express, Phantom of the Opera, Enduring Love, Blade Trinityand a review of Alien Vs Predator is online now.

December 9th:Michael Ball live on DVD…

Love Changes Everything and it certainly changed things for the careerof Michael Ball 15 years ago when it brought him to the fore, andDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertswatches his live in London concert to check if he can still deliver the goods.

There’s also a link from the review for more info about Michael Ball’s new’Greatest Hits’ CD.

Check back tomorrow for a review of Eric Bibb live at the Warwick Arts Centre.

Michael Ball: Live in Londonis online now and out on DVD.

December 8th:Dan’s Movie Digest @ DVDfever.co.uk…

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen returns with hisregular movie news section which looks at future releases and features US and UKtop 10 cinema listings, UK release dates, websites and trailers.

Dan’s Movie Digestis online now.

December 7th:Take a ride with The Cannonball Run on DVD…

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dariuszreturns with a movie that’s an oldie but a goodie, as Burt Reynolds,Dom DeLuise, Farrah Fawcett and Roger Moore make their waycoast to coast across America in a sport that’s not strictly legal…

The Cannonball Runis online and out on DVD now.

CHARTS: Girls Aloud vs. Band Aid 20 – who got the No.1…?

Now up to date, check out themusic chart analysis page.

The release dates for singles go up until mid Januarywith albums until May 2005.

December 6th:Politicians and the TV News stations lie to us on DVD…

Released today:

Corrupt politicians, TV news stations always towing the party line and tryingto make the public think the same way… no, this isn’t the BBC and so-calledNew Labour, but the American Fox News network run by Rupert Murdoch and theBush administration. Still, there’s not much difference between them and usand it makes for fascinating viewing.

Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch’s War on Journalismis online and out on DVD from today.

Interview with Jonathan Nossiter, director of Mondovino…

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Helen M Jeromewas impressed with the movie Mondovino at this year’s London FilmFestival, and now we present here her interview with its director.

The interview withJonathan Nossiteris online now and Mondovino is released at the cinema this Friday.

Embrace the Ultimate Kylie on DVD…

She’s been dominating the pop charts in the UK for more than 15 years, followingher debut in Neighbours and now she’s filled two CDs with her greatesthits.

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertshas a look at the Ultimate Kylie.

Kylie Minogue: Ultimate Kylieis online now and out on DVD.

CHARTS: Girls Aloud vs. Band Aid 20 – who got the No.1…?

It shouldn’t be hard to work out, but the answer will follow tomorrow.

COMPETITION: 10 DVD/PC competitions…

The following comps are online until Friday December 24th, including onemore added today:

• The Cooler (DVD)
• Once a Thief (DVD)
• Spellbound (DVD)
• Sid Meier’s Pirates (PC)
• The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King Extended Edition (DVD)
• Prince of Persia: Warrior Within (PC)
• Outfoxed: The Rupert Murdoch War on Journalism (DVD)
• Busted: A Ticket For Everyone – Live (DVD)
• Bo Selecta Vol.3 (DVD)
• Axis and Allies (PC)

RED DOT: The campaign continues…

Still the broadcasters continue to be ignorant about giving us a choice,but we will not let up until the logos and red dots have been made an option.

Keep emailing the broadcasters tell them how you feel!

The RED DOT campaignis online now.

The DVDfever.co.uk discussion forum…

Want to chat about anything you’ve seen on this site, or just fancy a rant aboutanything music, DVD and TV related? Get to the forum and start presentingyour opinions!

Click on the Discussion Forum link on the left-hand menu now.

New DVDs out this week…

The following DVDs are out this week:

• 13 Going On 30 (19.99, Columbia)
• Batfink: Complete Series (22.99, VCI)
• The Bedford Incident (12.99, Columbia)
• The Chase (1966) (12.99, Columbia)
• The Claw (19.99, Vipco)
• Ewan McGregor And Charley Boorman: Long Way Round (17.99, EMI)
• Father And Son (19.99, Artificial Eye)
• Fungus The Bogeyman (2004) (15.99, Abbey)
• Heartlands (15.99, Buena Vista)
• I’m Not Scared (15.99, Buena Vista)
• A Lesson In Love (19.99, Tartan)
• The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King (Extended Edition) (34.99, EiV)
• The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King (Extended Edition Gift Set) (49.99, EiV)
• The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy (64.99, EiV)
• The Matrix: The Ultimate Matrix Collection (59.99, Warner)
• The Matrix: The Ultimate Matrix Collection (Gift Set) (79.99, Warner)
• The Mr Men And Little Miss Collection Vol.3 (19.99, Delta)
• Oliver Stone Ultimate Collection (12 discs) (99.99, Warner)
• Outfoxed (12.99, Rykodisc)
• Playboy 50th Anniversary Playmate: Colleen Shannon (15.99, Medusa)
• Port Of Call (19.99, Tartan)
• The Rasmus: Live Letters (14.99, Universal)
• The Rite (19.99, Tartan)
• Sarah McLachlan: Afterglow Live (17.99, BMG)
• Sniper 3 (19.99, Columbia)
• Star Trek: The Original Series Season 3 (69.99, Paramount)
• Torment (19.99, Tartan)
• Two Brothers (15.99, Fox)
• X Factor Revealed: The Greatest Auditions Ever (13.99, BMG)

December 3rd:Ray Charles duets on CD…

He only died six short months ago, at the age of 73, but the legend liveson, partly in a biopic released at cinemas in the UK in January, and on thisCD with 12 duets featuring the likes of Van Morrison, Bonnie Raitt and NorahJones.

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Robertstakes a listen.

Ray Charles: Genuis Loves Companyis online now and out on CD.

Updated cinema listings…

Stuck for something to do this weekend? The list of the films showing at Manchester Showcase Cinemacan be found on this page, and won’t differ much from what’s on in the restof the country.

The new films released this week include: Surviving Christmas, Christmas with the Kranks, Churchill: The Hollywood Yearsand a review of Alien Vs Predator is online now.

December 2nd:Metallica played on Spanish guitar? Just one of many treats on this CD…

Something a little different now fromDVDfever.co.uk reviewer Elly Roberts,a live album, recorded in two locations, with instrumental Spanish guitarpieces that even include a cover version of Metallica’s One, of alltracks, despite that being an excellent one, and which got me interested inthe movieJohnny Got His Gun

Rodrigo y Gabriela: Live Manchester and Dublinis online now and out on CD.

December 1st:Dan’s Movie Digest @ DVDfever.co.uk…

DVDfever.co.uk reviewer Dan Owen returns with hisregular movie news section which looks at future releases and features US and UKtop 10 cinema listings, UK release dates, websites and trailers.

Dan’s Movie Digestis online now.

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