Screen Spotlight

Bella Maclusky reviews ‘Rocks’, a powerful portrayal of resilience and friendship in London’s inner city.

Agata Koralewska, Online International Editor, praises the Polish film Chłopi (The Peasants), especially noting the fantastic visuals and exploration of character.

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.

Lachlan Evans discusses Wong Kar-Wai’s Fallen Angels, celebrating the film’s unique aesthetic and perfectly paired soundtrack.

For Black History Month, Jess Cadogan, Online Screen Editor, explores the brilliant filmography of Jordan Peele – especially noting his fantastic mixing of comedy and horror.

For Black History Month, Ellie Turner discusses film and documentary maker Ava DuVernay, highlighting her importance in educating the masses on systemic racism in America.

For Black History Month, Lachlan Evans discusses the incredible Barry Jenkins – a filmmaker to be celebrated all year round.

Judy Dodd introduces the brilliant work of Belgian director and screenwriter, Lukas Dhont, with a review of his beautifully intimate film, ‘Close’.

Spotlighting a film from her hometown in Essex, Lisette Reed, Print Comment Editor, discusses the importance of honest portrayals of working class people.

Lauren Walsh, Print Arts and Lit Editor, discusses her love for the classic coming-of-age, and its importance when remembering to have fun once in a while.