Author Archives: Karen Ho

Six Great Uses of the ‘Chariots of Fire’ Theme

By Karen Ho | Posted on July 25th, 2012

He won't be running in the London Games, that's for sure.

Vangelis’ musical masterpiece for the 1981 British film Chariots of Fire earned an Oscar for Best Original Music Score and set the gold standard for cheesy inspirational music everywhere. Cut to the endless stream of parodies ...

The Brit List: Five Beautiful Movie Scenes Set in London

By Karen Ho | Posted on July 25th, 2012

Like many major world cities, London is home to a myriad of film locations. The city’s blend of modern and historical elements makes for a unique and versatile setting for films of all kinds.

The Brit List: Five ‘Merlin’ Stars Who Have Appeared on ‘Doctor Who’

By Karen Ho | Posted on July 12th, 2012

Avid viewers of British television know all too well that there’s a lot of overlap between actors and their projects. Turn on any episode of Doctor Who and you’re almost guaranteed to blurt out, “Oh hey, it’s that guy!

The Brit List: Five Great British Fashion Designers

By Karen Ho | Posted on July 3rd, 2012

London is widely regarded as one of the fashion capitals of the world, and with good reason. The UK has produced some of the world’s most influential designers and fashion trends.

Something Old, Something New: TARDIS Engagement Ring Box

By Karen Ho | Posted on June 14th, 2012

There are plenty of ladies out there who would give their right arms to have the TARDIS show up at their doorstep and be whisked away by a handsome young man with the promise of exciting, life-changing adventures. Looks like one ...