The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: Is YA Dystopia Relevant Again?
Charlotte considers the popularity and relevance of the new Hunger Games film to the current political climate.
Film
The Female Gaze: What Is It and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?
Charlotte explains Mulvey’s notion of the female gaze and discusses its relevance in today’s cinematic landscape.
‘Waiting for O’ Premiere – Reviewed
Christy Forshaw attends the premiere of the student-produced film ‘Waiting for O’ at the New Picture House Cinema.
The Oscars: A Plea for Absurdity
Jordan hopes that the Academy will recognise comedy as a valuable form of media.
The University of St Andrews Hosts the Scottish Premier of ‘Eurodonbas’
Natalie discusses the movie “Eurodanbas” and how it aims to raise awareness about social and economic issues in Ukraine.
‘See How They Run’: A Love Letter to Whodunnits, London and Theatre
Eliora reviews the latest release ‘See How They Run’.
Squid Game and the West’s Subtitle Phobia
Mia looks at the success of Squid Game in the West and how it has opened up audiences to foreign media.
Top Five Things to Do
The top five things to do this week, from September 14th-18th.
Why the Oscars is Losing its Lustre
In the wake of Will Smith’s infamous slap, the once-great awards ceremony never seems to be far from controversy
Hollywood Remakes: A Plague on Film
Mia comments on why the big studios should stop producing remakes, and start being more original.