Articles written by Lynette S.K. Webster
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London Dungeons – Where History & Fear Mingle
Slow descent into torture chambers prepares visitors for Boat Ride & exciting Extremis Drop Ride. Actors reliving history make this morbid visit half-amusing, half-scary.
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London Sea Life Aquarium after Revamp
After a multi-million pound facelift this aquatic attraction now has exciting marine & freshwater theme settings like Seahorse Temple, Pacific Wreck & River Thames story.
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Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in London
From Posh & Becks in A-list Party, to Barack Obama in World Leaders, England's famous tourist attraction now boasts glamour & history, unlike its grisly beginnings.
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Death Note: The Last Name DVD Review
Kenichi Matsuyama fleshes out L, the genius battling Kira Light Yagami, who joins the investigating team. Stars Tatsuya Fujiwara, Erika Toda, Takeshi Kaga & Nana Katase.
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Death Note Desu Nôto DVD Review
Tatsuya Fujiwara is revolutionary Light Yagami, who believes in killing criminals to make a better world. Stars Kenichi Matsuyama, Takeshi Kaga, Asaka Seto & Yu Kashii.
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Tokyo Raiders Directed by Jingle Ma
Trendy Japan & Ailen Sit's brilliant fight choreography stand out in a movie about spy intrigues. Good chemistry from actors Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Ekin Cheng & Kelly Chen.
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Stormriders Fung Wan a HK Cinema Milestone
Martial arts meet technology in 1998 film. Ekin Cheng & Aaron Kwok play elemental heroes Wind & Cloud. Directed by Andrew Lau, stars Sonny Chiba, Kristy Yang & Shu Qi.
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The Lucky Guy Starring Stephen Chow
Lucky Coffee Shop is the perfect setting where the love lives of three kooky characters evolve. Also stars Sammi Cheng, Daniel Chan, Shu Qi, Kristy Yang & Eric Kot.
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A Tale of Two Sisters DVD Review
Lim Su-Jeong from I'm a Cyborg, but I'm OK stars in this high-grossing scary flick about domestic tragedy. Cast includes Kim Kap-Su, Yum Jung-Ah and Moon Geun-Young.
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Jet Li's Hero by Zhang Yimou
Christopher Doyle's cinematography heightens minimalist plot, drowning individual in landscape. Stars Tony Leung, Maggie Cheung, Donnie Yen, Chen Daoming & Zhang Ziyi.
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My Sassy Girl DVD Review
Kwak Jae Young directs this true story based on Kim Ho-Sik's Internet letters turned into novel. This sweet, quirky tale rings close to the heart and moves one to tears.
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Oriental Garden Chinese Restaurant Lunch Review
Crispy pork belly, roast duck and soya sauce chicken are some of their best dishes. Located at 13-15 Sheep Street, serving lunch till 3pm and dim sum till 4.30pm.
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Kung Fu Hip Hop DVD Review
Jordan Chan has a dance off with Korean sensation Poppin Hyun Joon. Watch for body popping & commercial street moves. Also stars dishy China actress Fan Bingbing.
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God of Cookery by Stephen Chow & Lee Lik-Chi
Chinese cuisine lies at the heart of this raucous HK movie, where Stephen Chow's chef learns to cook from the heart. Also stars Ng Man Tat, Karen Mok & Vincent Kok.
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Dangs Vietnamese Restaurant in Northampton
Oriental food never tasted this good. A classy restaurant offering authentic Vietnamese food, Dangs is at 205 Wellingborough Road and opens evenings from 5pm onwards.
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Bong Joon Ho Directs Memories of Murder
Korean murder thriller is based on true 1980s Hwaseong killings of women by the 'Rainy Day Killer'. Film stars Kim Sang-Kyung & Kim Roe-Ha as ineffective Korean cops.
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Stephen Sommers' G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
Super villains played by Christopher Eccleston, Byung-Hun Lee, Arnold Vosloo & Joseph Gordon-Levitt make evil more appealing than somewhat bland G.I. Joes.
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Lee Yeong-Ae Shines in Lady Vengeance
Korean arthouse violence comes full circle in last of Vengeance Trilogy. Go Su-Hee and Choi Min-Sik shock with their excellent portrayals of the worst kinds of criminals.
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Song Kang Ho Stars in The Host
Dysfunctional Korean family tries to save their child from a monster in Seoul Han River. Stars talented child actress Ah Sung Ko, Hie Bong Byeon, Hae Il Park & Du Na Bae.
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Wild World Leisure Area at Woburn Safari Park
Bedfordshire UK safari encourages interactions with animals. Visitors can feed Lories, Goats or see Red River Hogs get fed. Children will love Mammoth Play Ark & Go Ape!
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Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire UK
Navajo Trail & Kingdom of Carnivores are among the star attractions, with a glimpse at how Wolves, North American Black Bears and African Lions live in nature.
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Tree Top Walk by HSBC in Rural Singapore
Trekking from MacRitchie Reservoir or Venus Drive, it is the walk towards the suspended bridge that forms the greater journey, so a leisurely pace is recommended.
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Singapore Flyer Stands High at 165 Metres
The Singapore Flyer boasts great island views. Southeast Asia's Ferris Wheel is open to visitors again.
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John Woo's Red Cliff II: Art of War
Chi Bi Red Cliff Part II features war strategies by Zhuge Liang, Zhou Yu and Cao Cao. Stars Tony Leung, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Zhang Fengyi, Vicky Zhao Wei & Lin Chiling.
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Red Cliff Chi Bi by Director John Woo
Stars Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Takeshi Kaneshiro and Zhang Fengyi. Red Cliff Part I highlights the alliance of Liu Bei and Sun Quan, showcasing spectacular warrior action.
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Painted Skin Hua Pi Directed by Gordan Chan
Pu Songling's writing inspired A Chinese Ghost Story and now, Hua Pi (Wa Pei) on the Asian screen. Zhou Xun mesmerizes as witch Xiao Wei. Also stars Betty Sun & Qi Yuwu.
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Knowing Movie Starring Nicholas Cage
Sci-fi disaster flick questions determinism and has great characterisation. Knowing also stars Rose Byrne, Chandler Canterbury, Lara Robinson & Ben Mendelsohn.
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Daisy Korean Film on YouTube Review
Ji Hyun Jun is Hye Young, a female artist in an unusual love triangle set in Amsterdam. Stars heartthrobs Sung Jae Lee & Woo Sung Jung of Good, the Bad, the Weird fame.
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The Memoirs of Cleopatra Book Review
Margaret George's historical novel fleshes out the famous last Ptolemy Cleopatra - her passionate affairs, the failed Triumvirate and her power struggle with Octavian
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Korean Movie Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance DVD
Korean arthouse horror film showcases violence using European filming techniques, with rough edges. Oldboy auteur directs Ha Kyun Shin, Du Na Bae & Kang Ho Song.
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Joint Security Area Movie Is a Korean Classic
Gladiator writer David Franzoni has the rights to remake JSA but this Korean movie remains the compelling original. Starring Yeong Ae Lee, Byung Hung Lee & Kang Ho Song.
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The Twins Effect - Hong Kong Vampire Film
Jackie Chan has a funny cameo action scene with vampires. Cute Chinese movie features choreography by Donnie Yen. Also stars Mickey Hardt, Anthony Wong and Karen Mok.
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Fun Things to See and Do in Cairo & Giza
Cairo Museum included, this Egyptian capital also promises perfume palaces, papyrus galleries, Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar and exciting camel rides!
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Visiting Cairo & Giza Pyramids on Short Stay
Egypt is an exotic destination for western tourists, resulting in a culture shock. Egyptians are easygoing and laidback and these tips will be helpful for foreigners.
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Chan Wook Park's Oldboy Stars Min Sik Choi
Vengeance trilogy puts bloodthirsty revenge onscreen. Part Two is superb in execution. Oh Dae Su finds the man who imprisoned him for 15 years with appalling consequences
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Review of Valkyrie Starring Tom Cruise
British cast includes Bill Nighy, Kenneth Branagh, Tom Wilkinson, Terence Stamp & Tom Hollander. Thomas Kretschmann & Christian Berkel make Valkyrie much more authentic
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Will Smith Movie Seven Pounds Disappoints
Gabriele Muccino directs this tearjerker which drags in the middle and is unclear in genre. Written by Grant Nieporte and also stars Woody Harrelson. Spoilers included.
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Brandon Walters a Star in Movie Australia
Moulin Rouge director Baz Luhrmann slows his frenetic pace to match the natural rhythms of life down under, with a great cast that includes David Wenham and Bryan Brown.
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Yes Man Movie Encourages Positive Thinking
Danny Wallace's book adapted into a punchy feel good movie stars Zooey Deschanel, Terence Stamp, Bradley Cooper and Danny Masterson, directed by Peyton Reed
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Internet Marketing Strategies at eCommerce Expo
To increase online business, companies should remember buzzwords like longer journeys, segmentation and how-to guide.
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Abu Simbel Temple on 22 October 2008
On 22 February and 22 October sunlight hits the inner sanctuary of the great Sun Temple by Lake Nasser and visitors gather to commemorate this event
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Karnak & Luxor Temple on Nile East Bank
Ancient Egyptian history is the reason for Nile cruising but many will enjoy onboard evenings of belly dancing, whirling dervishes & the Egyptian costume party
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From Edfu to Aswan on a Nile River Cruise
Nile river cruising from Luxor to Edfu and Esna, then onto Aswan promises history and lots of temple visits. History aside, Egyptian culture is very much alive and exotic
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Nile River Highlights on the West Bank of Luxor
Temple visiting aside these tips from first-hand experiences help new visitors to get the most out of their Nile River cruising experience
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Taken Liam Neeson a Likely New Action Hero
Luc Besson & Robert Mark Kamen write this superb thriller, with dramatic and intuitive direction by Pierre Morel. Stars Famke Janssen, Maggie Grace & Olivier Rabourdin
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Egypt Perfume Factory with its Exotic Scents
Secret of the Desert, Queen Nefertiti and King Ramses II are some of the alluring essential blends offered by Egyptian perfume shops
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Carousel Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre Review
Alexandra Silber gave a poignant and heartbreaking performance as Julie, and Kathryn Akin held up role of Nettie admirably, replacing Lesley Garrett on 15 October 2008.
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Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly and Leslie Bibb in a parody on fast culture embodied in a NASCAR speed racer, produced by Ferrell & Judd Apatow. Some spoilers are included.
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Step Brothers Stars Will Ferrell & John C Reilly
Audiences may be offended or inspired by the swearing shenanigans in this all-too-real premise of a movie, co-written by Adam McKay and Will Ferrell
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Singapore Chilli Crab Festival in London
The weekend of 30th and 31st August saw many flocking to the Singapore Chilli Crab Festival in Brick Lane, London, only to be faced with crowds, queues and no seats!
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Goose Feeding – Fact versus Myth
If you like to feed Canada geese here are facts and myths about what makes nutritious food for these waterfowls. Well-meaning advice from blogs may be inaccurate.
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Meet Dave, the new Eddie Murphy Film
Dave meets earthlings Gina and Josh, wonderfully played by Elizabeth Banks and Austyn Myers. Myers puts in a highly intuitive performance for a child actor.
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Rob Cohen's The Mummy:Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
Beyond bad acting and directorial mistakes, The Mummy has a steady plot that moves along with dramatic effects and great set design. Includes some spoilers.
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High Street Inspires Work Wear: 5 More Tips
Make that transition to polished high-class working girl with these tips. In fact, high street stores can be inspiration for those who already have a basic work wardrobe
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High Street to Classy Work Wear: 5 Fashion Tips
For those fresh from university, or simply young-at-heart, there are ways you can make that transition from high street style to über cool work wear while staying stylish
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Mamma Mia! ABBA Lives on!
Colin Firth, Pierce Brosnan and Stellan Skarsgård make a hilarious supporting cast; also stars Dominic Cooper as Sophie's fiancé Sky
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Forbidden Kingdom: Jackie Chan Duels Jet Li
Jackie Chan and Jet Li team up in a kungfu chopsocky fantasy that Westerners can identify with, with plenty of humour and some room for improvement.
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Dim Sum Varieties - A Balanced Chinese Meal
Dim Sum is Chinese cuisine made up of light dishes in small portions, usually served from late morning till afternoon, alongside Chinese tea.
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Genghis Khan in Epic Film 'Mongol'
Is Genghis Khan victim or victor? 'Mongol: The Rise to Power of Genghis Khan' seems to say the former. A visually stunning film that is deadly quiet yet full of promise.
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Exiled: Hong Kong's Reservoir Dogs
Director Johnny To follows up The Mission with a stylised gangster shootout film with strong Western influences. Cast from The Mission, also stars Nick Cheung & Josie Ho.
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CJ7 Movie by Stephen Chow Is not E.T. Remake
CJ7 is a Chinese movie great for family entertainment, with hopeful story and lovely casting. Includes touches of black humour and lovable Japanese manga influences.
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2046 by Wong Kar Wai: Sci-Fi Meets Sensuous
Following 'In the Mood for Love' is '2046', directed by Wong Kar Wai, starring Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, with cinematographer Christopher Doyle
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Rambo Evolution: To Hell and Back
Sylvester Stallone's Interpretation of John Rambo allows it to Evolve. Here's a closer look at 'Rambo III' and 'Rambo: To Hell and Back'.
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Rambo: All American Iconic Hero
Four Rambo films show how a great American icon is born. Here, a closer look at Rambo: First Blood and Rambo: First Blood Part II.
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Speed-the-Plow at the Old Vic
Kevin Spacey and Jeff Goldblum star in David Mamet's play about Hollywood - the politics, the sex, the money and the friendships
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Get Rich or Die Tryin' Film Review
Directed by Jim Sheridan and written by Terence Winter, it also stars Joy Bryant, Tory Kittles, Terrence Howard and Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
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Floral Print for Summer & Winter!
Floaty floral dresses and billowing blouses can look feminine, poetic, classy, edgy or cool.
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Be Kind, Rewind Movie Review
Jack Black, Mos Def, Danny Glover, Mia Farrow and Melonie Diaz star in a film with huge comedy potential but ends up being sentimental
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How to Live Abroad Successfully
Living overseas is not like a holiday, for most it can be a trying and difficult time. These tips can make a difference.
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Away from Home and Lonely
Living overseas is not like a holiday; for most it can be a trying and difficult time. These tips can make a difference.
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Fashion Loves Patent Leather Looks
Patent leather is a perfect Valentine's Day staple for shoes, bags, accessories, even clothes
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Ang Lee's Style in Lust, Caution
Movies Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Sense & Sensibility, Brokeback Mountain and Eat Drink Man Woman share similarities with 19th century literature
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Parkour Free Running & District 13
Action movie magic without CGI effects thanks to Sebastien Foucan and David Belle
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Join the Purikura Revolution
West can learn from cute Japan with fun concepts like Neo Print Stickers
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Teak Root Furniture from Indonesia
A teak root table is a focal point you can build upon.
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Initial D for Car Drifting
Set in Japan, Chinese film Initial D covers special car drifting techniques & puts four drivers to the test. Stars Jay Chou, Edison Chen, Shawn Yue & Anne Suzuki.
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Add Oriental Touches to Your Home
Heavy or light oriental features can give a mysterious yet vitalizing air to your winter home.
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Fulltime Killer - Hitmen from Asia
Kill Bill fans will relish Fulltime Killer for its stylish execution and exploration of Japanese and Hong Kong assassin styles
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10 Tips for Tromso Winter Holiday
Tromso is a great place for travelers if you know what to look out for
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Kung Fu Hustle Hong Kong Style
More about Stephen Chow's special brand of humor and why Kung Fu Hustle is just the tip of the iceberg for the Western audience.
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