The aesthetics of reading
It is argued that some people concern themselves with looking like a reader, rather than focusing on the reading experience itself.
A Dip into Greek Mythology
Whether you’re drawn to the classic texts or modern adaptations, there is an abundance of literature on Greek mythology, and a rich sub-genre of fresh, often feminist perspectives exploring these…
Review: Presence
★★★★☆ “I know there’s an excellent man inside of you, Tyler. I’d like to see him soon.” Through sheer determination, screenwriter David Koepp has turned the taboo ghost story on…
A Guide to Brighton’s Hidden Gem Bookstores
In the heart of Brighton, Afrori Books is more than just a bookshop – it’s a vibrant community space dedicated to celebrating Black voices, culture, and literature. Specialising in books…
Why are so many arts venues shutting down?
While music may be the food of love, unfortunately, the public requires real consistent nourishment. Due to the cost-of-living crisis, people are frequenting food banks rather than NatWest. Understandably, it’s…
The Academy Awards: Prestige, Popularity, or Letterboxd?
Words by Jamie Gilbert & Miri Stoneham-Bull As the 97th Academy Awards approach, the annual debate over their relevance and status in popular culture arises once again. Whether upset with…
Trashy, Fierce and Feminist – This is Slut Pop!
A history of sexually explicit music Despite what your Grandma might say, sexually suggestive music has been around for well over 100 years now. Beginning in the 1920s with the…
A Dip into Greek Mythology
Filled with tales of tragic heroes, wonderful creatures and capricious gods, Greek mythology has captivated readers for centuries. Whether you’re drawn to the classic texts or more modern adaptations, there…
Is TikTok Live Replacing Television?
Like all media consumption, audiences are increasingly transitioning to digital platforms, including TikTok. Watching traditional TV channels has almost stopped among younger viewers, with 90% of 18- to 24-year-olds heading…
Cringe Culture: The Intersection of Misogyny and Ableism in Fandom Spaces
In 2020, a global lockdown encouraged people to entrench themselves in online fan spaces more than ever before, aided by the internet’s most popular platform: TikTok. But fandom culture existed…
Spotlight Events: The Brighton-Based DJ Collective Mixing It Up
Words by Jessie Smith If you’re like me when it comes to Brighton nightlife, you’re ready for something different— something other than the roves of indie boys chucking their beer…
The Case Against Diddy is Undeniable. Why Are We So Obsessed with Separating the Art from the Artist?
Words by Jess Smith Three Decades For three decades, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been altering the hip-hop landscape through his patronage and collaborations with some of the biggest stars in…
Come to the Cabaret!
Meine Damen und Herren, Mesdames et Messieurs, Ladies and Gentlemen! Do not delay going to the Cabaret! John Kander’s classic musical lights up Central London’s Embankment at the Kit Kat…
That’s a Wrap: The Phenomenon of Spotify’s Yearly Recap
Words by Finn Norris and Harry Turnbull An Ageing Tradition Nine Decembers ago, Spotify launched a surprise feature that allowed users to reflect simply on their ‘year in music’. Since…
Nosferatwo: Does the Remake Justify the 102-Year Wait?
The answer is: kind of. Robert Eggers shocks us with another twisted outing to our local cinema in the form of Nosferatu. The more seasoned film nerds will know this…
I Owe My Life to Amateur Dramatics
When people think of the Am Drams, the consensus stems from the assumption of drab and dull acting, vocals comparable to X-Factor auditions, and dancing that would make Bruce Forsyth…
Cracking Comeback, Lad! Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
“Good grief, it’s you! Again!” Sixteen years after the madness of the ‘Were-Rabbit’, Aardman have returned my favourite duo to the screen – but not the cinema’s, no! Instead, Wallace…
Piracy: An Ethical Crime?
Piracy – the unauthorised use, reproduction, and distribution of another’s content, information or work, customarily only exchanged for monetary gain. It sounds like a crime, right? Well, it is. But…
Doctor Who and Capitalist Realism: Time to Question the Status Quo?
We cannot seem to fathom the idea that aliens might not actually want to invade us. As human beings, living in a capitalist system where gentrification, colonialism and exploitation are…
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Is It Black and White?
“GOOD GOD MAN! YOU ALMOST GOT THE CHEESE TOUCH,” we all shout in unison as our friend cracks open a baby bell in year 6 (at least I did, I…