They tried to sabotage it. They tried to bring it down. They tried to make sure no one saw it. But Captain Marvel soared above it all. I’m sure you’ve heard by now of the smear campaign against Brie Larson and her new movie for Marvel Studios, but in case you haven’t, here’s what went […]
Fashion on Film: Villanelle from Killing Eve
Killing Eve has been the show on everyone’s lips over the past year, and one aspect that really stood out was the costumes, particularly those of Villanelle. Okay, yes, she’s a psychopathic assassin with countless kills under her belt, but let’s put that aside for one moment and admit it – she serves some looks. […]
Student Splurges: Crumpets
Somehow or another, half the people in my flat haven’t tried crumpets and it makes me wonder every day why I chose to live with them. I mean, crumpets for me make up about 90% of my lunches – I have no idea how I’d live without them. They’re that meal you have when you’re […]
A Case For: Political Correctness
In the past few weeks, the debate around political correctness has once again been brought into the spotlight. This follows the news of Kevin Hart stepping down from hosting the Oscars after the backlash against past homophobic tweets, and of radio stations banning the Christmas song, ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’, citing its problematic lyrics in […]
Christmas – when does it start?
Christmas is the favourite holiday of the year for many of us students – and not just because of the excuse to gorge on turkey. It’s a chance to relax, visit family, and cover the place with tinsel – but does it really need to start so soon? Usually I’m all for getting a head […]
Staycations in Watford
Okay, I’ll admit it, Watford is hardly going to be your top pick for a holiday destination (or anyone’s for that matter). But hear me out. It might be the edge of civilisation, the last bastion before you venture into the wild, wild north, but it’s actually kind of alright – if you ignore the […]
The screens are alive (with the sound of music) – looking at film musicals
Musical films have been a staple of cinema ever since sound was introduced, but they have a complex relationship with their sister form, musical theatre. The seemingly infinite series of film adaptations of stage shows has created an endless cycle of exchange that sparks debate even to this day. Both praised and panned, musical films […]
Review: Twelfth Night @ The Globe Theatre
Twelfth Night has always been one of Shakespeare’s most memorable and fun-filled comedies. The Globe’s most recent production definitely fulfils that legacy, albeit with a much stronger emphasis on the merry side. Critics have slammed and applauded departing Globe artistic director Emma Rice’s version of the play in equal measure: traditionalists deem it controversial and […]