Vision In Blue

... and all through the house, people were reading the Radio Times and working out what to watch on the TV over the festive season. I still haven't brought my Radio Times yet, I'll have to try and get one tomorrow... not that it's really needed... Disney, Superheroes, an abundance of kids films, ridiculously long soaps and Doctor Who (possibly the only thing worth watching these days). I remember having a list as long as my arm to record, but the last few years "normal" TV channels leave a lot to be desired. So here's my favourite episodes and films that you should watch if you want some Christmas cheer. Vicar of Dibley - Christmas Dinner: I think this is probably my favourite TV Christmas special. In general VoD is great but this one fills me with joy every time I watch it. Geraldine being the kind soul that she is agrees to having dinner at a parishioners house, a second invitation causes a problem, but the guilt of turning someone down snowball...

So, it isn't quite Christmas yet... I haven't even seen anything Christmassy in the shops yet, but I saw this and I knew I had to read it. Everyone knows the classic Christmas tale... of Home Alone. Kevin wishes his family would disappear after he's banished to bed for causing trouble. It turns out that sometimes wishes do come true. All the things Kevin is never allowed to do, he does, who wouldn't? But being on your own isn't all TV and sundaes. Strangers are scary, especially when he encounters Harry and Marv. As any kid would, he hides under the bed. That is until he realises he's the man of the house and he needs to act like one. Kevin is resourceful, and sensible, so after a day of household chores and a visit to church he sets to his plan. He'll protect his home against any invaders. Bumbling burglars are no match for a tricky kids and his new found friend though. As soon as I saw the cover of this book I loved it already. The illustrations by ...

Of course after my favourite geeks I had to contemplate the movie maniacs, because everyone truly loves to hate the baddie. Again there were too many... I had some obvious ones, The Joker - both original (and by original I mean Cesar Romero) and new, Hannibal Lecter in the new series and Kronk from the Emperor's New Groove - but lets be honest he's probably the least villainous villain ever. In not particular order, as always, here are my love to hate baddies... Jack the Monkey - Pirates of the Caribbean - That cute little bugger has such a twisted side to him. Jaws - James Bond - To me he's a bit of a lovable oaf. You have to admit that you felt kind of sorry for him when he got picked up by the big swinging electromagnet. Bless him, he can't help not having a good dental plan. Harry & Marv - Home Alone - They're like the Pinky & The Brain of real life villains. Marv with his childlike glee and Harry with his flaming head. You really couldn't...