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Andor Season 1; A Retrospective Review
I was initially dismissive of “Andor” when it was announced in late 2018. Looking back, I’m not sure exactly why. The debut season of ‘The Mandalorian’ had been out for a while, made the rounds online, and came out on the whole in rather good standing, which goes to show that stand-alone Star Wars spin-offs featuring original characters (or very nearly original in this case) could work.
Ruairi Bolton
3 days ago6 min read
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In Memory of Michelle Trachtenberg: Celebrating her greatest Films and TV Shows
The tragic passing of Michelle Trachtenberg at the age of 39 has left fans devastated, with many looking back on her incredible career in fi
Banita Virdee
Apr 43 min read
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The Oscars Took A Political Timeout: Here's Why
A night of celebration, glamour, and a notable lack of politics!
The 97th Academy Awards was a big night for Hollywood actors, directors,
Amy Alexander
Mar 314 min read
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Deselecting: Can there be joy in total freedom?
Can there be joy in total freedom? I don’t know. Sit down on your couch, or your bed, and go onto Netflix; hit the motorway and scroll up an
Cormac Nugent
Feb 237 min read
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Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: The Disney Revival Era (2009–Present)
The Disney Revival Era, spanning from 2009 to the present, represents a triumphant return to form for Disney Animation Studios. After the ex

Madison Challis
Feb 114 min read
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Review: 'Queer' (2024) - "I'm not queer, I'm just disembodied"
Queer’ is a story of obsession and addiction, manifesting itself in the form of William Lee’s love interest, (If you can call it that) Eugen
LeviKaye
Feb 45 min read
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Review: John Crowley's - We Live in Time
We Live in Time is an exploration of love, grief, and the fleeting nature of life’s most precious moments, produced by A24- a studio known f
Madison Challis
Jan 214 min read
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The Holdovers: reflecting on the meaning of family during the festive season
But Alexander Payne’s The Holdovers represents a side of Christmas we often overlook. Sometimes, we don’t have the family we yearn to have w
Amy Tonta
Jan 64 min read
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Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: The Disney Post-Renaissance Era (2000–2008)
The Post-Renaissance Era followed the incredible success of the Renaissance but marked a transitional period for Disney Animation. During th

Madison Challis
Dec 22, 20244 min read
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A Richard Curtis Christmas: That Christmas and Love Actually
Holiday films have a unique way of distilling the chaos and charm of the season into a concentrated two-hour capsule of joy, drama, and refl

Madison Challis
Dec 19, 20243 min read
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Why Are So Many People ‘Holding Space’ For Wicked?
The release of the new Wicked film has sparked a major uproar on social media, with interviews featuring the cast - particularly Cynthia Eri
Phoebe Barks
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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Bloated but Earnest: Megalopolis (2024) Review
Chances are, if you willingly opened a review of Megalopolis, you already know what you’re expecting to hear. You know about the very long a
Cameron Cade
Nov 17, 20244 min read
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The Wild Robot (2024): A Heartfelt Meditation on Parenthood, Progress, and Purpose
Director Chris Sanders, known for his blend of soft humanity and sharp technological commentary, brings us The Wild Robot—a stirring explora

Madison Challis
Nov 6, 20243 min read
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Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: The Disney Renaissance Era (1989–1999)
This era coincided with a leadership change at Disney, with Michael Eisner as CEO, Frank Wells as president, and Jeffrey Katzenberg leading

Madison Challis
Nov 3, 20245 min read
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Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: Disney's Bronze Age (1970-1988)
The Bronze Age films reflected the uncertainties and changes of the time. With Walt Disney's passing, the studio was at a crossroads, trying

Madison Challis
Oct 27, 20245 min read
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The Substance: All Style, No (The) Substance
WARNING: This review contains spoilers, proceed at your own risk!
The Substance has received rave reviews, supposed walk-outs and the ti
Atlanta Tsiaoukkas
Oct 8, 20244 min read
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Has Love Island UK Lost Its Spark?
The reality show, known for its dramatic couplings, feisty arguments and iconic one liners has seen a noticeable decline in viewership over
Georgia Burns
Sep 6, 20244 min read
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We are all by the river: Humanity’s connection with bodies of water
My father insists he will never feel comfortable away from a body of water and for the entirety of my life my parents have remained at some
Eliza Plunkett
Aug 27, 20245 min read
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A Standing (Ovation): Review for Jamie Lloyd’s Romeo & Juliet
Then, about a month ago, a work colleague told me about standing tickets being released every week for £25. Compared to the remaining ticket
Rhea Patel
Aug 2, 20243 min read
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Bridgerton Season Three: is it the sexiest of them all?
Set in 1800s London, season three of Bridgerton delivers on expectations with scandal, gossip, and plenty of sex, showing that the Bridgerto
Georgia Burns
Jul 31, 20244 min read
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