EVENTS: LEADERS IN LONDON
The international leadership summit, is taking place on 3 and 4 December 2008 at Central Hall, Westminster. Speakers at the event include, Chairman and CEO of McLaren Group, Ron Dennis and Founder & MD of Grameen Bank and 2006 Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Muhammad Yunus. Also speaking, amongst others, are two-term mayor of New York who led the city out of the 9/11 crisis and cut crime dramatically, Rudi Giuliani, and the world’s number one ranked chess player for 21 years and world champion for 15 years, Garry Kasparov. There are opportunities for interviews at the event, plus for accreditation contact laura.mcturk@taylorherring.com or jenny.fairweather@taylorherring.com or 020 8206 5151.    

TV: DOCTOR WHO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL – THE NEXT DOCTOR
Doctor Who makes an explosive return to TV screens for this years’ Christmas special, entitled The Next Doctor. David Tennant resumes his role as The Doctor travelling through time alongside guest stars Dervla Kirwan and David Morrissey. The episode also sees the welcome return of The Cybermen, The Doctor’s most relentless enemies. The Next Doctor, will be aired on BBC One and it is set to be as spectacular as its predecessors. Last year’s Christmas special, guest starring Kylie Minogue, saw 13.3 million viewers giving it the second-highest audience of the year. For more information or interview requests please contact Lesley Land on 0208 206 5151 or email lesley.land@taylorherring.com or emma.wright@taylorherring.com

DVD: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
It’s a Christmas classic, loved by all, and never before has its message proved so timely – ‘It’s A Wonderful Life: The Collector’s Edition’, is released on DVD This week. As the credit crunch continues to dominate headlines around the world, ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ provides an apt and uplifting reminder that family, friendship, love and virtue are the true definitions of wealth and fortune. First released in 1946, ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ has become one of the most enduringly popular and heartwarming films ever to come out of Hollywood. Directed by Frank Capra and starring James Stewart as George Bailey, the festive film tells the story of George – a man whose imminent suicide on Christmas Eve leads to him encountering his very own guardian angel, Clarence Odbody (Henry Travers), specially sent from up above to redeem George’s peace of mind, and change his perspective on life. Can Clarence open George’s eyes to the good fortune that surrounds him, before it’s too late? One of the film's sole surviving stars, Karolyn Grimes, who played George's daughter Zuzu, is available for interview. For further information contact Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com

MUSIC: YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU
Andrew Lloyd Webber who has agreed to compose the UK entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2008, will now embark on a nationwide search for the singer or group that will perform his song. All entries now in, Andrew has the difficult task of scrutinising all entrants to decide on a shortlist of six finalists. The battle to represent the UK will then climax in a series of live shows Your Country Needs You on BBC One, hosted by Graham Norton, where the viewers will have the final say on who will pick up the baton for the country in the Eurovision extravaganza being held in Moscow next May. For interview opportunities with Lord Lloyd Webber, please contact Joanna Spriggs or Justin Jeffreys on Joanna.Spriggs@taylorherring.com or Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com

TV MUSIC: ORANGE UNSIGNED ACT WITH SONY ERICSSON – (CHANNEL 4)
This autumn Channel 4 kicks off the second series of Orange unsignedAct with Sony Ericsson in a nationwide search to find the UK’s most talented bands and singer-songwriters who write and perform their own original material. This year, TV and radio presenter, Lauren Laverne will be joining the prestigious judging panel which includes Britain’s most respected female radio DJ, Jo Whiley, famed bassist, Alex James from Brit Pop band Blur, and the man who discovered Duffy, Head of A & M Records, Simon Gavin. The foursome will be joined by quirky presenter Alex Zane. Whether its rock, indie, or hip-hop, unsigned acts from all music genres will be invited to take part for the chance to be mentored and nurtured by some of the most renowned music experts in the industry and win a recording contract with Universal Records. With a series of high profile guest panelists and mentors including Kelly Osbourne and Amanda Ghost, Orange Unsigned Act with Sony Ericsson promises 12 weeks of fierce competition and new music guaranteed to get you on your feet. For interview requests with Alex Zane, Alex James, Simon Gavin, Lauren Laverne and the 10 finalists please contact ashley.charles@taylorherring.com or for online enquiries contact lily.fallala@taylorherring.com

TV: JADE
When LIVING started filming with Jade Goody this Summer for the fly on the wall, one-off documentary what started as an insight into the life of LIVING’s best loved faces quickly turned into something no one could have predicted with Jade’s shock cervical cancer diagnosis. Viewers shared Jade’s pain as she bravely went on camera to give us the devastating full story of her illness. In a brand new and exclusive fly-on-the-wall documentary series, Jade opens the next chapter in her life as she fights the disease with determination and humour and copes with being a single mother to two young boys, keeping her business ventures going and running a household. Tx 11TH December 2008. For more information and interview opportunities email emma.wright@taylorherring.com or Ashley.charles@taylorherring.com

THEATRE: JODIE PRENGER
Jodie Prenger has soared to victory in BBC ONE’s search for a theatre superstar I’d Do Anything, and now prepares to make her debut as the gutsy Nancy in Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular West End production of Oliver! in the New Year. Starring alongside Rowan Atkinson as Fagin, Jodie has beat off competition from thousands, as, week by week, she battled it out amongst 12 other wannabe leading ladies to win the heart of the nation, all under the scrutiny of musical mogul Andrew Lloyd Webber, and industry experts John Barrowman, Denise Van Outen and Barry Humphries. For further information, please contact Joanna Spriggs or Justin Jeffreys on joanna.spriggs@taylorherring.com or Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com

MUSIC: LEONA LEWIS
Leona Lewis will release her much talked about version of Run as a single. This follows incredible demand after Leona gave a show-stopping performance of the song on The X Factor last week (Saturday 15th November). ‘Run’ will be available as a digital single from this Sunday (30th November). Since her stunning performance on the X Factor, both Leona and her record label have been inundated with requests from fans to release ‘Run’ as a single. Originally ‘Run’ had not been planned as a single release but due to the phenomenal response from the public it will be made available. Spirit – The Deluxe Edition is out now, featuring Forgive Me, as well as Misses Glass and Run – not to mention a bonus-stuffed DVD! Online press please contact ruth.drysdale@taylorherring.com or Matt.Park@taylorherring.com

DVD: GIMME GIMME GIMME… A REALLY GREAT WORKOUT
You love the songs and now it’s time to take a chance on the first ever exercise regime crafted around the celebrated music of Abba as performed by Björn Again - Gimme Gimme Gimme A Really Great Workout, released by Fremantle Home Entertainment on Friday 26th December, 2008. This high-energy dance aerobics DVD boasts some of Abba’s most popular songs performed by Björn Again, from a live gig at The Royal Albert Hall. They themselves have enjoyed a career spanning three decades. This vigorous keep fit DVD is designed to have you kick starting the New Year in Super Trouper mode, shedding the pounds to classic Abba tracks.This dance fitness frenzy takes shape against a play list comprising Abba’s most infectious numbers sung by Björn Again including: Dancing Queen, Take a Chance, Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Money Money Money, Ring Ring, Thank You for the Music and of course Gimme, Gimme, Gimme. Released on Boxing Day, this intense disco DVD is a perfect way for every dancing queen to get their groove on and banish that post Christmas bulge. For review discs, or interview with Bjorn Again or founder Rod Stephen, please contact Cheryl Goddard on Cheryl.Goddard@taylorherring.com

MUSIC: GEORGE SAMPSON - ACCESS 2 ALL AREAS
Britain’s favourite break dancer, 15 year old George Sampson, won the hearts of the nation with his street style act when 13.1 million viewers tuned in to the final of ITV1’s Britain’s Got Talent. Following his momentous win, George’s star has continued to rise with a stint in the critically acclaimed West End show, Into The Hoods as well as becoming the face of NatWest’s youth account, Adapt. His spectacular first music DVD, Access 2 All Areas, on December 1st featuring four new and exclusive videos which see George showcasing his vocal talents as well as his fancy footwork. The DVD is packed full of exclusive extras including a Learn to Dance With George featurette where you can discover how to pull off some of his slickest moves, behind-the scenes footage, a making-of feature, a 30-minute documentary and an exclusive picture gallery crammed full of never before seen images. Following the release of this, George will be performing at The Royal Variety Performance on 16th December 2008, dazzling the audience with a top secret act. George is available for interview. Press Contact emma.wright@taylorherring.com or for online enquiries please contact ruth.drysdale@taylorherring.com or Matt.Park@taylorherring.com

REAL LIFE: MEET THE FRESHERS
18 year-old entrepreneur Tom Thurlow hits computer screens once again with his latest piece of reportage – Meet the Freshers. After being discovered by Bebo through his ‘Hollyoaks on the streets’ series, Tom has formed his own production company and is the brains behind this latest online docu-tour of UK universities. The series, which screens exclusively on Bebo, features Tom quizzing students up and down the country about what really goes on in the first few weeks of university. He uncovers whether Freshers are studying hard, eating fine cuisine or scrounging junk food, and will unearth what mad and crazy stuff they get up to and that late night booze-fuelled parties really do happen! A new episode is uploaded each Friday where all will be revealed about this year’s bunch of Freshers! Tune in at www.bebo.com/meetthefreshers to catch up with Tom for all the action. For more information or to request an interview with Tom lily.fallala@taylorherring.com

MUSIC: RHYDIAN
After being discovered on The X Factor in 2007, where he was touted a bookies’ favourite to win, rising star Rhydian Roberts now bursts back onto the music scene with his debut album ‘Rhydian’, out now. The album features his showstoppers from The X Factor, Simon and Garfunkel’s ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, Westside Story’s ‘Somewhere’ and ‘What If’, an impeccable duet with Broadway star Idina Menzel. Rhydian’s undeniable talent, soulful voice and charisma have already won him an army of fans and he will no doubt attract many more with his self-titled debut. Catch Rhydian performing the album’s stunning lead single ‘The Impossible Dream’ on The X Factor on Saturday, November 22. For more information please contact: Louisa.bradshaw@taylorherring.com / Siobhan.oconnor@taylorherring.com 0208 206 5151. Online press please contact ruth.drysdale@taylorherring.com or Matt.Park@taylorherring.com

DVD: MURRAY WALKER’S MOTORSPORT MADNESS
Get ready for the best crashes, out-of-control spins and dramatic collisions as Formula 1 legend Murray Walker, OBE, presents Murray Walker’s Motorsport Madness, released exclusively on DVD through Revolver Entertainment on Monday, 24th November 2008. The legendary ‘Voice of Motorsport’ Murray Walker takes us on a white-knuckle ride through the greatest crashes in sporting history. A racing legend with a career spanning 50 years, Murray brings viewers the greatest crashes, explosions and stunts on the high-octane DVD, from F1 cars, MotoGP, British Touring Cars, GT Racing and the crazy world of AERO GP along with many more adrenaline-fuelled sports. Murray Walker is available for limited interviews. For more information please contact: Louisa.bradshaw@taylorherring.com / 0208 206 5151

MUSIC: SAME DIFFERENCE
X Factor finalists and pop sensations Same Difference have finally unleashed their debut single We R One, out now. We R One is the kind of pop anthem the world has been crying out for since the turn of the millennium. Laden with uplifting hooks and feel good harmonies, 23 year old Sean and 19 year old Sarah prove they have certainly graduated the school of reality TV with distinction, and are destined for pop royalty. The bands’ debut album, aptly titled Pop, is released on 1st December. Complex but uncomplicated, retro and modern, it’s an album which will wipe the smiles off the faces of the doubters but put smiles back on a generation who’ve longed for pure pop. Online press please contact ruth.drysdale@taylorherring.com or Matt.Park@taylorherring.com

ONLINE: MUZU TV
MUZU TV is a new music video website enabling artists, labels, festivals, venues and any other music content owner to broadcast their music TV on the web and generate revenue through advertising. On MUZU TV, fans can stream thousands of hours worth of free music video content including documentaries, TV shows, interviews, tutorials, music videos and ‘behind-the-scenes’ and artist generated content. Fans can currently access over 3,000 artist channels on MUZU TV including major label acts like The Ting Tings, MGMT, Beyonce and up and coming indie bands like Delorentos and Fight Like Apes. Online press please contact Lily Fallala lily.fallala@taylorherring.com

SPORT: ULTIMATE FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP – DUBLIN AND LONDON DATES CONFIRMED
The world’s most exciting sport makes it Emerald Isle debut as the Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC®) organisation opens up 2009 with a star-powered card at the O2 Dublin in Dublin, Ireland on January 17, 2009. In the light heavyweight main event, former two-division world champion Dan Henderson will collide with former UFC middleweight king Rich Franklin in three-round war which will set the tone for the 205lbs division in 2009. This epic fightcard will be followed by a newly confirmed date in London’s O2 arena on February 21st 2009. Ultimate Fighting Championship is the world’s premier mixed martial arts event, regularly selling out the 16,000 capacity MGM Garden Arena and attracting the cream of Hollywood’s glitterati from George Clooney to Donald Trump and already winning over UK fans such as Wayne Rooney, Ricky Gervais, Jonathan Ross, Eamonn Holmes, Rio Ferdinand, Cristiano Ronaldo and Christian O’Connell. Coverage in the UK is shown exclusively on Setanta Sports. For further information and to request interviews with Dan Henderson, Rich Franklin, Mark Coleman or any of the British fighters please contact Lesley Land on 0208 206 5151 or email lesley.land@taylorherring.com or emma.wright@taylorherring.com

TOUR/DVD: LEE EVANS
Following the sell out success of his 2005 UK tour, Britain’s favourite funny man is back with another monster tour, incorporating 13 locations and playing 59 gigs. The aptly named “Big” tour kicked off in Nottingham and will continue for nearly 3 months before climaxing at the O2 centre in London. Fans looking to relive Lee’s gags are then treated to a full length DVD release on Monday 24th November, a perfect purchase for anyone looking for a dose of yuletide merriment. With a total of 300,000 tickets available for the overall tour, Lee Evans - Big - UK Tour 2008 will be the comic’s largest tour to date in his staggering fourteen year career. For further information, please contact Joanna Spriggs (nee Stapleton) or Justin Jeffreys Joanna.spriggs@taylorherring.com or Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com

REALITY TV: THE UNDERDOG SHOW
Britain’s best loved dog show, The Underdog Show, hailed as the most compelling event in the canine calendar, continues on LIVING for one more week until the final on Thursday, December 4th. The reality series pairs up 10 rescue dogs – delightful doggy divas keen to learn new tricks and 10 celebrities - total novices in the art of canine control. The celebrities have selected their dogs from a Dogs Trust rescue centre and let them into their homes and hearts as they attempt to train them into obedience, and even in the art of new craze doggy dancing, to compete against each other in a series of tasks and, ultimately, find them loving new homes. This time hosted by Mark Durden-Smith and Tara Palmer Tomkinson, the celebrities and their canine counterparts have to impress both the judges and audience as both have a say in who stays in, but while the judges go for obedience and performance, will the audience vote for the charismatic Underdog? For further information or to request an interview with contestants (Camilla Dallerup or Kevin Sacre) presenters or judges (including Brendan Cole) please contact: Justin Jeffreys or Cheryl Goddard on Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com or Cheryl.goddard@hotmail.com

MUSIC: ANDREW JOHNSTON
Andrew Johnston’s life experiences during the last six months read like a modern day fairytale. Andrew, head chorister at the Cathedral in his hometown of Carlisle has gone from ordinary schoolboy bullied for his talent, to an absolute singing sensation almost overnight. The 13-year-old has not only performed in front of millions of people on ITV1’s Britain’s Got Talent, but has also landed an enviable record deal with one of the most influential music figures in the business, Simon Cowell – a deal that Andrew could only have dreamt about previously. Andrew’s debut album One Voice is out now. Online press please contact ruth.drysdale@taylorherring.com or Matt.Park@taylorherring.com

ONLINE DRAMA: MUMSPOWER
Twofour-owned IPTV specialist Digital Bridge has launched an online soap opera targeted at working mothers, which will run weekly on new webTV channel and social networking site Mumspower.com. Heart & Soul will explore the lives of four working mothers, touching upon important issues such as childcare, employment and education and, of course, shopping, fashion and friendship. The 10 minute episodes are also set to run on Bebo and YouTube and the site will have its own Facebook group. A competition to find the soaps ‘fifth working mum’ will be launching soon. For further information and interview requests please contact Lily Fallala at Taylor Herring on 0208 206 5151 or lily.fallala@taylorherring.com (Online PR), or Debra Johnson on debra.johnson@taylorherring.com (Corporate PR)

ON TOUR: VAMPIRES ROCK
Hailed by Rock music’s royalty including Brian May (Queen), Paul Crook (Meat Loaf), and Eddie Ojeda (Twisted Sister), Vampires Rock is a show like no other. With a twist of rock and a hint of comedy, it is jam packed with the greatest anthems of all time and you’re guaranteed to be on your feet! With a massive fan base and sales well over a million, Vampires Rock is theatre’s best kept secret – and it’s about to embark on a brand new 44 date UK tour. Along with Steve Steinman and Toyah Willcox, a full cast of singers, dancers and a formidable band blast their way through some of the greatest rock anthems ever including: We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Highway to Hell, Since You’ve Been Gone, Total Eclipse of the Heart, Devil Gate Drive, I Love Rock'n'Roll, Sweet Child of Mine, You Give Love a Bad Name and many more! All teamed with an amazing stage set and pyrotechnics, this rock spectacular is not to be missed! The UK tour started in September 2008. New London dates have now been added for Vampires Rock’s 2009 tour.
For interviews with Steve and Toyah contact Nicola Dann or Hayley Dodd: nicola.dann@taylorherring.com / hayley.dodd@taylorherring.com

TV: OFF BY HEART
Poetry is taking centre stage at primary schools across the UK for an exciting competition to find the pupil who can best recite well known poems off by heart. One 7-11 year old will be chosen from every Primary school that enters. They will then have to do battle in a series of regional heats to see if they can clinch the coveted top prize. The nationwide group of poetry performers will then be whittled down to just 12 finalists who’ll compete at a final compered by Jeremy Paxman during The Oxford Literary Festival next April. To help them improve their performance all the finalists will be taken through their paces during a master class with a panel of well known actors and poets. The winner will be awarded an Off By Heart trophy and his or her school will also receive a prize. The contest will be the subject of a 90 minute film on BBC Two. Deadline for entries is 19th December 2008. For more information and interviews with Daisy Goodwin from Silver River who devised the competition, contact Nicola Dann or Hayley Dodd on 020 8206 5151 or e-mail: nicola.dann@taylorherring.com

TV: CURRENT TV
Current TV is the first television channel created by, for and with an 18-34 year-old audience and uniquely one third of the channel’s programming is supplied by the very audience who watches it. The station was founded by Al Gore the former Vice President of the United States, and entrepreneur Joel Hyatt. Academy Award Winner Gore describes the channel as ‘TV for the internet generation’, with programming that ranges from the hottest trends in technology, fashion, music and celebrity, to pressing issues concerning politics, finance and the environment. Upcoming programs include a look at the problem of modern day piracy from vanguard journalist Kaj Larson as well as the For God’s Sake season. Broadcast over two nights from December 13th, For God’s Sake is a season of programmes that takes a look at what religion means in today’s society. The season contains the usual diverse offering from Current TV, with short films investigating topics that include a MOBO award winning rapper whose lyrics focus on his faith in Jesus Christ, a 1000 strong commune based in the southern alps who worship mother earth and the 4 elements as well as film from a man who has tried to start his own religion using the networking power of face book. For further info please contact Justin Jeffreys or Cheryl Goddard on Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com or Cheryl.Goddard@taylorherring.com

TV: RICHARD AND JUDY’S NEW POSITION (WATCH)
Richard and Judy front a new primetime daily 60 minute entertainment show, Richard & Judy's New Position on UKTV's new channel Watch every weekday at 8pm. Back with a high-octane, celebrity filled talk show brimming with that indefinable Richard and Judy chemistry, the new series unleashes the couple on a primetime audience. The new series has already seen guest appearances from big names including Samuel L Jackson, Helen Mirren, Josh Hartnett and David Walliams, and this month, the pair launch a five week series looking at the best Christmas books of the season, with categories including Celebrity Autobiography, Stocking Filler and Cookery. In addition, the couple retain the phenomenally successful Book and Wine clubs, and other new strands to look forward to include the New Writer’s Club, a literary series honouring fresh talent in publishing, and Thank You Britain, a season encouraging people to say thank you fro the little things in life. For further information please contact: Joanna Stapleton or Justin Jeffreys on Joanna.Spriggs@taylorherring.com or Justin.Jeffreys@taylorherring.com

DVD: RIVER COTTAGE SPRING OUT NOW
Chef, writer and campaigner Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall returns to DVD with a brand new installment of the River Cottage series. Spring is in the air, and with his refreshingly uncompromising commitment to seasonal, ethically produced food, Hugh is back show us on how to use the best ingredients Britain has to offer. River Cottage: Spring is available exclusively through 4DVD on Monday 3rd November 2008. River Cottage Spring is out now on 4DVD priced £19.99. Further information please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: STAR STORIES SERIES 2 & SERIES 1-2 BOXSET OUT NOW
From the producers of Peep Show, the British Comedy Award-winning spoof show Star Stories is back to throw open the doors of the closely-guarded world of celebrity and poke fun at the industry¹s biggest players, with the release of Series 2, available to own on DVD from Monday 17th November 2008, with the Series 1-2 Box Set also released on the same day by 4DVD. In an age where celebrity worship is the new religion,this is a comedy series with its tongue firmly in its cheek. Parodying the lives and loves of several big-time Hollywood actors and international pop stars, there¹s a chance for all and sundry to see what may have been at all those talked-about auditions, premieres, back-stage parties and family feuds. Featuring a host of up-and-coming British talent including Kevin Bishop (Peep Show, The Kevin Bishop Show), Steve Edge (Peep Show)and Rhys Thomas (The Fast Show), Star Stories is a glossy, fast-paced, antidote to the notion of celebrity. The DVD features a host of extras including behind-the-scenes featurettes for each episode, deleted and extended series.
Star Stories¬ Series 2 & Series 1-2 boxset is out now on 4DVD priced £19.99 / £29.99. Further information please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: THRILLA IN MANILA OUT NOW
A powerful new feature-length documentary Thrilla in Manila tells the story of one of the greatest battles ever witnessed in the boxing ring, released exclusively by 4DVD on 1st December 2008. This compelling documentary delves deep into the tension which continues to simmer to this day between arch rivals Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier and their most-famous fight in 1975 in the Philippines – the third and final confrontation between two friends-turned-bitter rivals by the explosive racial politics of 1970’s America. Lasting a staggering 14 rounds, the thriller in Manila would prove to be the greatest heavyweight bout of all time. Frazier, filmed at his gym in the present day tells his version of events surrounding the fight – a side of the story often forgotten in the past – particularly in the presence of arch self publicist Muhammad Ali who once proclaimed ‘Joe Frazer is the greatest fighter in the world, next to me.’ Featuring exclusive interviews with Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier and Frazier’s son as well as boxing experts and team members from both fighter’s camps this DVD gives an exclusive insight into the legendary feud between these two iconic fighters.
Thriller in Manila was broadcast on More4 this winter and is out now on 4DVD priced £19.99. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: RAY WINSTONE¹S FOOTBALL BLINDERS AND BLUNDERS OUT NOW
Hotter than a lorry-load of stolen vindaloo and twice as tasty, Ray Winstone; actor, geezer and football nut, takes you on a journey of the funniest gaffes, craziest cock-ups and the most brilliant bits of the beautiful - and occasionally ridiculous - game in this brand new DVD releases by 4DVD on 24th November. Presented in Ray¹s trademark no-nonsense style, this year’s hottest Christmas stocking-filler DVD has got blinding goals, unbelievable blunders, brilliant free-kicks, nightmare misses, players going bonkers, and moments of mind-blowing magic. From cack-handed keepers to self-destructive defending, the DVD features over 90-minutes of the best footage football has to offer... Defences that are leakier than a worn-out sieve on the Titanic, penalty takers who have lost that battle, and their bottle - plus a bunch of dozy keepers!If it’s embarrassing own-goals, almighty balls-ups or just downright classic gaffes you¹re after, look no further than this bright and brilliantly entertaining collection that will delight and tickle football fans everywhere.
Ray Winstone’s new DVD ‘Ray Winstone’s Football Blinders and Blunders’ is out now on 4DVD priced £19.99. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: BEAT THE INTRO – MULTI BUZZER EDITION OUT NOW
Get ready to test your musical know-how this Christmas in the the ultimate interactive music DVD quiz game, Beat the Intro: Multi Buzzer Edition. Bigger and better than ever, the brand new interactive DVD boasts new and improved graphics, over 3,000 different questions and an all-new multiplayer function letting you pit yourself against your friends and family in the ultimate test to be crowned the biggest music boffin. Appealing to all ages and abilities all you need to get guessing is a TV, DVD player and your 4 multi-buzzer handsets! Beat the Intro: Multi Buzzer Edition is out now on 4DVD priced £19.99. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: FINGERS ON BUZZERS – SECOND EDITION OUT NOW
The smash-hit multiplayer game that revolutionised the interactive DVD market last year is back by popular demand, featuring improved game play, great new features and offering stacks more fun for all the family. Quizmaster Tom Wrigglesworth - winner of Channel 4’s So You Think You Are Funny - guides players through a series of fast-paced rounds that have each been specially created for anyone hungry to test their mental agility and beat their rivals. Fingers on Buzzers: Second Edition is out now on 4DVD priced £24.99 For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: GOLDEN BALLS – THE DVD GAME OUT NOW
Ever watched Golden Balls and thought you could outwit the other contestants? Well now you have the chance to put your bluffing skills to the test with the launch of the Golden Balls interactive DVD game. The DVD game features exclusive clips and commentary from comedian and host of the show, Jasper Carrott, as well as game play that will test your intuition, luck and nerve’, as you play alone or with family and friends, in a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Golden Balls: The DVD Game is out now on 4DVD priced £19.99. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

DVD: THE ASCENT OF MONEY RELASED 15th DECEMBER
Respected author, journalist and lecturer Niall Ferguson tells us everything we’ve ever wanted to know about money as he travels around the world. Until last summer nothing seemed capable of stopping the rise and rise of global finance. Niall Ferguson gets knee deep in money issues, answering all those questions you ever wanted to know - What’s a future? A Hedge Fund? An option? How do people become so rich? A professor in History and Business Administration at Harvard University, an author of numerous books and a commenter on contemporary politics and economics, he indeed has the credentials. From the palaces of Florence to the bankruptcy courts of Tennessee, and the Jewish Ghetto of Venice he journeys far and wide to illustrate their integral part in economic history. This beautifully shot documentary covers a broad spectrum of economic history from the 14th Century right up to present day.The Ascent of Money will be broadcast Monday nights on Channel 4 at 8pm from 17th Nov – 22nd December and is released by 4DVD on 15th Dec priced £19.99 For interviews with Niall Ferguson and further information please contact Ashley Gerrie or Laura McTurk on 0208 206 5151 ashley.gerrie@taylorherring.com or laura.mcturk@taylorherring.com

DVD: 24: REDEMPTION (FOX)
Heralding the return of the iconic pulsating countdown is 24: Redemption, the unprecedented feature-length special episode from television’s most provocative and suspenseful series. Released on the 1st December by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment the DVD will be the only place 24 fans can see the full version of this one-off, South-African based event and catch the first glimpse of the eagerly-anticipated Day 7. For further information, interview requests and DVD review copies please contact: Kate Arrowsmith or Elly Lacey at Taylor Herring on 020 8206 5151, Email kate.arrowsmith@taylorherring.com or elly.lacey@taylorherring.com

DVD: PICTURE THIS (FOX)
Released on 16th February by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, Picture This features Ashley Tisdale as Mandy Gilbert, an unpopular high school senior who lands a date to the biggest party of the year with Drew (Robbie Amell, Cheaper by the Dozen 2), the school’s hottest guy. Only problem is, she’s grounded! With the help of her friends and her new, must-have video phone, she’ll have to outsmart her overprotective dad and Drew’s ex-girlfriend, in a crazy, adventure-filled day that proves popularity can come and go, but good friends will always be in the picture! For further information, interview requests and DVD review copies please contact: Kate Arrowsmith or Elly Lacey at Taylor Herring on 020 8206 5151, Email kate.arrowsmith@taylorherring.com or elly.lacey@taylorherring.com

DVD: FUTURAMA INTO THE WILD GREEN YONDER (FOX)
Off we go, into the wild green yonder! Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment presents the fourth and final feature-length epic of the animated sci-fi comedy “Futurama” when Futurama: Into The Wild Green Yonder arrives on DVD and Blu-ray February 16th. Joining the saga this time as guest stars are illusionist Penn Jillette, hip-hop legend Snoop Dogg, talk radio superstar Phil Hendrie, and Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane. In addition, fans of the series will be thrilled and relieved to finally discover the truth about “Number 9 Man,” a deeply mysterious character from the earliest days of the series. For further information, interview requests and DVD review copies please contact: Kate Arrowsmith or Elly Lacey at Taylor Herring on 020 8206 5151, Email kate.arrowsmith@taylorherring.com or elly.lacey@taylorherring.com

DVD: MAX PAYNE (FOX)
Based on the legendary, hard-hitting interactive video game, Max Payne tells the story of a maverick cop determined to track down those responsible for the brutal murder of his family and partner. Released by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment on 9th March, Mark Walhberg stars as Max who is hell-bent on revenge, whose obsessive investigation takes him on a nightmare journey into a dark underworld. As the mystery deepens, Max is forced to battle enemies beyond the natural world and face an unthinkable betrayal. For further information, interview requests and DVD review copies please contact: Kate Arrowsmith or Elly Lacey at Taylor Herring on 020 8206 5151, Email kate.arrowsmith@taylorherring.com or elly.lacey@taylorherring.com

DVD: THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL (FOX)
Released on 6th April by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, The Day the Earth Stood Still is a contemporary reinvention of its 1951 classic. Keanu Reeves portrays Klaatu, an alien whose arrival on our planet triggers a global upheaval. As governments and scientists race to unravel the mystery behind the visitor’s appearance, a woman (Jennifer Connelly) and her young stepson get caught up in his mission and they come to understand the ramifications of his being a self-described “friend to the Earth.” For further information, interview requests and DVD review copies please contact: Kate Arrowsmith or Elly Lacey at Taylor Herring on 020 8206 5151, Email kate.arrowsmith@taylorherring.com or elly.lacey@taylorherring.com

4DVD: COMPULSION RELEASED 5TH JANUARY
From writer and producer Joshua St. Johnson (Sweeney Todd), starring Ray Winstone (Nil by Mouth, Beowulf) and Parminder Nagra (Bend It Like Beckham, ER), Compulsion is a gripping thriller about lust and betrayal released exclusively by 4DVD on Monday 5th January 2009. Compulsion tells the story of Anjika Indrani (Nagra), a modern girl with the world at her feet. After graduating from Cambridge, Anjika returns home to her rich industrialist father having met and fallen for fellow graduate Alex. Soon however, her father reveals plans for his daughter to marry Hardik, the son of his business partner. This decision is met with disgust from Anjika who looks on enviously as her hard-partying brother Jaiman (James Floyd) enjoys a care-free existence despite his actions. Help comes from an unlikely source, and as a dramatic series of events lead to murder, Anjika realises she has only one way out. For interviews please contact Laura McTurk 0208 206 5151 / laura.mcturk@taylorherring.com. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / Kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

4DVD: BEEHIVE: RELEASED 9TH FEBRUARY
From the production company behind award-winning series The Catherine Tate Show and Benidorm comes Beehive, a brand new all-female sketch show written by and starring four of the most exciting and up-coming comediennes in the UK, released on Monday 9th February 2009 by 4DVD. This hilarious six-part E4 series draws its inspiration from the world of celebrity, film, history and the downright weird in a distinctive yet warm-hearted collection of sketches. From playing a kooky cast of characters to delving into the peculiarities of their imaginary flat-share, the girls, Sarah Kendall, Barunka O’Shaughnessy, Clare Thompson and Alice Lowe take the viewer on a trip through a comic land where nothing is off limits.
For interviews please contact Laura McTurk 0208 206 5151 / laura.mcturk@taylorherring.com. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / Kiran.patel@taylorherring.com

4DVD: PLUS ONE: RELEASED 9TH FEBRUARY
From the makers of Spooks, Life on Mars and Hustle comes the critically acclaimed Channel 4 series Plus One, released exclusively by 4DVD on Monday 9th February 2009. Starring Daniel Mays (Vera Drake, Atonement) in the lead role as well as Nigel Harman (Eastenders) as Rob’s brother and cameos from Steve Jones, Jamelia and Lisa Snowdon, Plus One follows the escapades of hapless Rob Black, an unlucky-in-love 30-something whose girlfriend Linsey leaves him to marry Duncan from Blue. The happy couple, played by Miranda Raison (Spooks) and Duncan James as a caricature of himself, extend Rob an invitation to their wedding with a “plus one.” Throughout the series, Rob is out for revenge, trying to find a beautiful girl to accompany him to the nuptials and outshine the happy couple. But the path of “true love” never did run smooth, and he stumbles from one disaster to the next in his quest for that dream date. For interviews please contact Laura McTurk 0208 206 5151 / laura.mcturk@taylorherring.com. For review copies, images, clips and more info, please contact Ashley Gerrie or Kiran Patel ashley.gerrie@tyalorherring.com / Kiran.patel@taylorherring.com