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Wes Anderson: A Look Beyond the Charm

Wes Anderson has carved a niche with his distinct cinematic style, marked by quirky characters navigating charming, dreamlike realms. While his unique style remains recognisable even as it evolves with…

Best Entertainment of 2023

Boiling Point Written by: Isabel Cattermole After watching the mini-film Boiling Point, from which I am still recovering, I rapidly binge-watched the TV series in a manic stress-induced rush of…

Saltburn Review: All Style, No Substance

★★☆☆☆ CONTAINS SPOILERS It’s ironic that Emerald Fennell’s sophomore slump (not that her freshman feature Promising Young Woman was any better…) should start with a criticism of style over substance.…

Goo Records: The Helping Hand of the Brighton Music Scene

With three universities, one of which is based around music and arts, as well as a slew of grassroots venues, Brighton has become a haven for up-and-coming artists. However, with…

In Conversation with Don Broco: The Birthday Party Tour

In September 2023, Bedford rock band Don Broco released their new single ‘Birthday Party’, a profound and harrowing tale of organising a party for a big birthday that no one…

TikTok’s Dulling Down of Music

Accessibility to music is at an all-time high. The rise of streaming and the availability of music software means listening and creating music is at your fingertips. Social media platforms…

Drake: Man or Meme?

Drake debuted as a musical artist in 2007 with the single ‘Replacement Girl’ which gained little attention. It wasn’t until his 2009 EP So Far Gone that he started to…

Review: Percy Jackson and the Olympians

3/5. Contains spoilers. The Percy Jackson franchise is back on our screens, however this time we are accompanying preteen Percy on Disney+ in a new series titled Percy Jackson and…

Thirteen Ways to Kill Lulabelle Rock by Maud Woolf

Unique, unpredictable, and uncanny: the three words I would use to summarise upcomingnovel Thirteen Ways to Kill Lulabelle Rock by Maud Woolf. Set in Bubble City, a futuristic metropolis situated…

In Conversation With Laura Misch

Laura Misch is an innovative, dynamic and imaginative talent. Based in London, Laura greatly emphasises activism for environmental causes in her music, using her Saxophone abilities to curate intricate riffs,…

In Conversation with Youth Sector

One of the less talked about bands in the British music scene, Youth Sector are turning the tide on what is perceived as pop rock. Local to Brighton, they have…

Reviews: London Film Festival 2023

As a cinema fan, the London Film Festival is more exciting than Christmas and is always one of the highlights of my year. Here are the highs and the lows…

It’s Not The ‘Happiest Season’ For The Carols

With the festive season approaching, the most wonderful time of year will soon be upon us! Eggnog, warm fires, carolers, and beautiful gifts are amongst the things I’m immediately reminded…

What’s On in Brighton?

Christmas season is upon us, which means one thing in theatre – Christmas shows are back and they are everywhere. From themed Christmas shows to Christmas music concerts, they seem…

SMUTS bring The Addams Family to Life

The Addams Family is a well-known, iconic franchise containing several movies – both animated and live action – as well as a musical and popular TV series, featuring a ghoulish…

Improving Accessibility in Deaf Theatre

Theatre is meant for all to enjoy, but what if you were unable to enjoy it to its fullest potential? The British Deaf Association estimates that around 87,000 people in…

Leave Room For Folklore

This is a death by a thousand cutbacks, by countless noise complaints and escalating operating costs that can’t be covered. The Music Venue Trust revealed to NME that one in…

Lovejoy’s Rapid Rise in the Indie Scene

“I truly think (Lovejoy) is having a big impact on the return of indie music into the mainstream,” were the words of Jack Saunders on Radio 1’s Official Chart Show,…

Review: Invincible S2

Invincible is an animated superhero show that focuses on Mark Grayson, the teen son of the world’s strongest and most celebrated superhero Omni-man. An Amazon Original, the first half of…

Modern Day Disney and Race Swapping 

Disney has recently come under fire for their upcoming Disney Princess remake, Snow White. The titular character will be played by Rachel Zegler, the 22-year-old American actress and singer who…