Features

Zandie Howells discusses the common trope of the isolated place in horror films, and how the rules of horror have been bent and shaped by different settings.

Anna Jones discusses the irony and misogyny surrounding Barbie’s Oscar nominations.

Lucas Marsal discusses the 2020 Danish feature, Druk (Another Round), praising the themes, casting, and cinematography.

Mitchel Rowe discusses the emerging trope of the ‘bleak girl’, addressing how feminine people want to see real reflections of gritty, complex female characters on the screen.

Jess Cadogan, Online Screen Editor, talks with director Sarah Drummond about making her new documentary, growing up under Section 28, and the need for education around the clause.

With the 60th Anniversary and Christmas Specials now released, Ben Holdstock gives a summary of every decade of Doctor Who, noting actor changes, developments in technology, and key episodes to watch from each era- from the 1960s to Present Day.

Amy Rushton, Online Comment Editor, discusses her favourite Christmas special, from the British television classic ‘Ghosts.’

Daniel Eke discusses the 2010 Doctor Who Christmas Special, and why this makes the perfect festive watch.

Bronwyn Payne discusses Petite Maman in relation to Sciamma’s Portrait of a Lady on Fire.

Lachlan Evans discusses Japanese film royalty Yasujiro Ozu and his 1953 film Tokyo Story, noting his expert shot composition and subtle storyline.