It makes sense that Kenneth Branagh idolizes Sir Laurence Olivier. After all, both actors have directed themselves in Shakespeare’s plays on stage and screen, including “Henry V.” In fact, early in ...

When a British star with lots of Shakespeare on his résumé pops up as a depressed TV detective, complete with glassy eyes, gray skin and stale booze breath, we are fully expected to genuflect. And ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Kenneth Branagh has come full circle. In 1988, PBS’ “Masterpiece Theatre ...

The BBC One series - based on the popular Swedish drama of the same name and the original Henning Mankell books - is likely to conclude with three more specials. The new series is expected to be a one ...