If you thought drone attacks were bad, wait until you see what autonomous robots that were built to kill are capable of.ĭo not confuse this movie with the schlocky (in a bad way) “Monster Hunters.” The film’s ruthlessness in killing off almost every character, including women and children, may feel exploitative, but there is honesty in showing the full range of casualties caused by American weaponry. They don’t have a problem with black ops involving secret weapons until things go haywire, and “Monsters of Man” is quite good at describing the techies’ hubris and utter lack of morals, as well as their terminal naïveté: What did they think they were building, exactly? Not that the trio’s handlers are any better. Three computer nerds run what they think is a navigation test involving four mechanical soldiers being airdropped into a jungle in the Golden Triangle. Another store that goes to town for the holiday period is Harrods in Kensington.Mark Toia’s film is set during the pivotal moment when the creature escapes its maker - in this case, when military robots acquire the ability to think for themselves, go rogue and decide to kill everything in sight. Every year this iconic London department store puts on an ambitious and impressive Christmas display. Other places to enjoy Christmas lights in London include Marylebone Village, King’s Cross and Coal Drops Yard, Bond Street and along the South Bank.ĭon’t miss the festive display outside Fortnum and Mason, just near Piccadilly Circus. Regent Street Christmas lights: If it’s Christmas razzle dazzle you’re after then head to Regent Street that always has a magical light display.Ĭarnaby Christmas lights: Carnaby Street puts on a cool themed display every year.Ĭovent Garden Christmas lights: Covent Garden is pretty picture perfect most times of year but throw in mistletoe chandeliers, a majestic Christmas tree and over 100,000 Christmas lights and it becomes the perfect place to enjoy the magic of Christmas. The Oxford Street Christmas lights: Last year’s display was made up of 27 curtains of light using more than 200,000 bulbs dedicated to the key workers who looked after the nation during the pandemic. Some of the best places to see Christmas lights in London include: In addition to the events listed below there are lots of places where you can get into the Christmas spirit in town. Lightopia this year is taking place at Crystal Palace instead of Chiswick Gardens. Ones to keep an eye on include Winter Lights at Canary Wharf. Some light trails have yet to confirm their dates (or, indeed, whether they’re taking place this year). London’s best museum sleepovers for kids.
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