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Uncle Vanya at the Pinter: A Revitalising Adaptation

A ‘Revitalising Adaptation’ – Jigy Anand reviews ‘Uncle Vanya’, highlighting the impressive feat achieved in it’s cast and staging.

Posted on January 16, 2021January 16, 2021 Author Jigyasa Anand Comment(0)
Culture Music

Will musicians tour again?

Carol Jones examines the recent controversy over musicians ability to tour Europe post Brexit.

Posted on January 16, 2021January 16, 2021 Author Carol Jones Comment(0)
Culture Film & TV

Political Thriller or Reality Show? How Costa-Gavras’s ‘Z’ Lives On

Bahar Ganjvar reviews Z, a gripping Algerian-French political thriller set in Greece, and looks at why it is still relevant now, over 50 years after its original release.

Posted on January 16, 2021January 16, 2021 Author Bahar Ganjvar Ganjvar Comment(0)
Columns Film & TV

Boyhood before ‘Boyhood’: Imagination, Intelligence, and Terry Gilliam’s ‘Time Bandits’

Now on my second article of this series, I come to the devastating realisation that I am not actually funny. A shocking revelation to you and me both, of course, after reading the magnum opus that was my first. So, before I continue, I just want to warn you that this is going to be Read More…

Posted on January 15, 2021January 15, 2021 Author Martha Wilson Comment(0)
Columns Film & TV Lifestyle

Get with the programme: Wheeler Dealers, daytime TV for dads

It’s the Christmas vac. You need to find the next best thing to procrastinate to besides Netflix, but the news is far too depressing and Film 4 just ain’t cutting it with yet another Carry On film. You need daytime TV. But which show? You’re looking for something to watch while you browse Facebook and Read More…

Posted on January 13, 2021January 13, 2021 Author Thang Tu Comment(0)
Culture Film & TV

Feminist, Focused and Fascinating: Not What I Expected From The Ripper (2020)

Ursy Reynolds looks at Netflix’s The Ripper and explains why it is a refreshing take on the typical crime documentary.

Posted on January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 Author Ursy Reynolds Comment(0)
Books Culture

Help or Hindrance: How useful are Self-Help Books?

Khadijar Ali ruminates on the helpfulness of the Self-Help book.

Posted on January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 Author Khadijah Ali Comment(0)
Culture Music

Why K-pop supergroup BTS deserves your unprejudiced attention in 2021

Janita Hussain takes us into the world of K-pop supergroup BTS and why they should be part of your 2021 soundtrack.

Posted on January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 Author Janita Hussain Comment(0)
Culture Film & TV

Bridgerton: A New Take on The Timeless Historical Drama?

Sofie Cristobal reviews Bridgerton, the gripping new period drama created by Chris Van Dusen and based on the novels by Julia Quinn.

Posted on January 9, 2021January 9, 2021 Author Sofie Cristobal Comment(0)
Books Culture

‘Love, Aubrey’: my unremarkable and unforgettable favourite

Breeha Mazhar’s heart warming reminiscence upon a childhood favourite.

Posted on January 9, 2021January 9, 2021 Author Breeha Mazhar Comment(0)

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