“A depressing US series that’s an example of the many dire faux-reality shows that clutter up cable channels to suck in the lazy.” Read on for the full verdict on last night’s TV.

A Shot of Love with Tila Tequila

A Shot of Love with Tila Tequila, E4
“A depressing US series that’s an example of the many dire faux-reality shows that clutter up cable channels to suck in the lazy.”
Andrea Mullaney, The Scotsman

River Cottage, C4
“Gorse wine? The man from Del Monte says don’t be bloody ridiculous.”
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian

The Apprentice, BBC1
“I enjoy the interview round because it feels less formulaic than the others […] But, again, I’m getting the déjà-vu thing.”
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian

Kate Adie Returns to Tiananmen Square, BBC2
“Adie’s approach was calm and thorough.”
Alex Hardy, The Times

Kate Adie Returns to Tiananmen Square, BBC2
“Kate Adie Returns to Tiananmen Square wasn’t without its irritations.”
Tom Sutcliffe, The Independent

Kate Adie Returns to Tiananmen Square, BBC2
“Provided a much-needed and, at times, very emotional reminder.”
Matt Baylis, Daily Express

Kate Adie Returns to Tiananmen Square, BBC2
“This wasn’t one of those documentaries that are all about the presenter, instead giving students then, now barred from their country a chance to talk about their experiences.”
Andrea Mullaney, The Scotsman

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