13th October 2023
Nationalism, patriotism and cultural identity all come together in film It’s quite possibly a contender for the understatement of the century to say that cinema is important to us. A revolutionary idea, I know, but it’s true. Films are important for our upbringing and our culture. A time-honoured tradition is watching your dad’s favourite film ...
13th October 2023
Allysa Olis explores Fleabag as the perfect theatrical display for our generation looking forward. “It’ll pass.” Words that were not a part of the original iteration of the one woman show, Fleabag – by Phoebe-Waller Bridge – but solidified its place in the minds of media consumers. The Amazon Television series, adapted from a theatre production, ...
13th October 2023
Will the use of AI redefine what we class as art? Is it already too late? The world of art and entertainment is on the brink of a transformation. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have begun to permeate the film and television industry, raising vital queries regarding the intersection of technology and the arts. ...
8th September 2023
Uni can be stressful, but art might be the de-stresser you’ve been looking for In the absolute carnage that comes with university life – exams, looming deadlines, late-night cramming and somehow balancing a social life – it can feel impossible to make time for creative hobbies. However, finding ways to incorporate art into your downtime ...
8th September 2023
Are superhero films entering an endgame of their own making? At risk of stating the obvious, the superhero movie remains the king of blockbuster cinema. As you read this, you’ll likely be hard-pressed to find any theatre near you that isn’t showing the latest Marvel or DC instalment on at least one of their screens. ...
8th September 2023
The pictures are just as good alone as with friends. Recently, I read an article in The Independent that, amongst other things, claimed that going to the cinema alone was not an act of self-care. I agree with this article- going to the cinema isn’t self-care. In fact, going to the cinema with others isn’t ...
8th September 2023
Exploring the life of a pioneer of female empowerment, the first woman to own her celebrity. In 1884 Sigmund Freud went to the theatre. The play Theodora was showing in Paris. In response, Freud wrote, “I cannot say much for the play.” What interested him was who was playing Empress Theodora; “Her incredible positions, the ...
16th October 2020
Why we shouldn’t be using “queer” as a catchall for the LGBTQ+ community. Growing up keenly aware of my complicated relationship with gender and sexuality definitely changed how I viewed myself as a teenager – alongside with how others viewed me. I was never fully open to anyone but a few close friends in my ...
