For the second time in the 2014 Formula One racing season, Benedict Cumberbatch conducted the post-race podium interviews with the Top 3 finishers, this time at the the conclusion of the Monaco Grand Prix. Tension between the top 2, Mercedes drivers Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton, had been discussed by those in the media already, which meant that F1 […]
(Please beware “The Yellow Birds: A Novel” spoilers!) “Afghanistan or Iraq?” One could say SHERLOCK actor Benedict Cumberbatch is experienced in life threatening situations. However he is only familiar with the commonly known “bravery of a soldier” on screen. In the past decade Benedict has played men at wartime: Lt Jimmy Langley (“Dunkirk” 2004), Major […]
Before Benedict gave us his bit of “legal dancing,” his love of music had already been shared with interviewers – and taken to heart and head by his fans. It may have not been a Top Tunes list, but music is acknowledged to be one of Benedict’s many passions, and his appreciation for Friendly Fires,* the English indie band […]
ONE of the things – if I was ever given the chance to ask – I’d love to know more about with Benedict, was his time teaching Tibetan monks during his gap year. By all accounts he worked for a perfumer to raise the funds for his trip to Darjeeling, where he worked at a […]
Having arrived at Cumberfandom about 4 years late, I have only just now seen Third Star. The film affected me deeply and I agreed to write this piece as a sort of therapy exercise. I admit at the outset that I have no grand conclusions to draw, only appreciate the opportunity to describe what I […]
In what seems a repeat of a work ethic that brought him worldwide attention, commercial success and critical acclaim, Benedict Cumberbatch’s name was added to another movie project scheduled for 2015 release, hot on the heels of the “The Yellow Birds” cast announcement.
During my recent mission to acquaint myself with Benedict Cumberbatch’s impressive back catalogue of works, there have been two that have caused me a little anxiety, requiring a period of mental preparation before I could watch what I knew would be breath-taking performances about difficult subject matter. Third Star tells the heart-breaking story of James, […]
For those that missed the BBC Chelsea Flower Show 2014 segement containing Benedict Cumberbatch and his mother Wanda Ventham–never fear– According to Benedict website is here.
Who ever said “Flowers were boring” was absolutely right? Right. But dearest reader I should warn you that I am American. I am a hot dog eating, cowboy loving, bleeding heart liberal at heart. Being that I am American I know I don’t understand two very British key themes; the obsession of Eurovision, why you […]
Recent media coverage could make one wonder if Benedict Cumberbatch embarked on a goodwill tour as an ambassador for British fashion, British independent film – and British charitable works. Luckily for fans, these events have resulted a virtual avalanche of articles, images, videos and eyewitness recaps to make every morning on Tumblr and Twitter feel like Christmas: Via Nicole […]
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