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Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: The Disney Post-Renaissance Era (2000–2008)

1 day ago4 min read

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

A Richard Curtis Christmas: That Christmas and Love Actually

Madison Challis

4 days ago3 min read

Reviews

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

Why Are So Many People ‘Holding Space’ For Wicked?

Phoebe Barks

6 days ago4 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

Bloated but Earnest: Megalopolis (2024) Review

Cameron Cade

Nov 174 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

The Wild Robot (2024): A Heartfelt Meditation on Parenthood, Progress, and Purpose

Madison Challis

Nov 63 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: The Disney Renaissance Era (1989–1999)

Madison Challis

Nov 35 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: Disney's Bronze Age (1970-1988)

Madison Challis

Oct 275 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

The Substance: All Style, No (The) Substance

Atlanta Tsiaoukkas

Oct 84 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

Georgia Burns

Sep 64 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

We are all by the river: Humanity’s connection with bodies of water

Eliza Plunkett

Aug 275 min read

Social issues

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

A Standing (Ovation): Review for Jamie Lloyd’s Romeo & Juliet

Rhea Patel

Aug 23 min read

Reviews

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

Bridgerton Season Three: is it the sexiest of them all?

Georgia Burns

Jul 314 min read

Film, TV & Books

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

Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: Disney's Silver Age (1950-1967)

Madison Challis

Jul 284 min read

Film, TV & Books

Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: Disney's Silver Age (1950-1967)

The Silver Age of Disney animation, also known as the "Restoration Age," spanned the late 1940s to the mid-1960s. This era followed the chal

Analysing the Resurgence of Reading and the Trend of Celebrity Book Clubs

Rhea Patel

Jun 284 min read

Film, TV & Books

Analysing the Resurgence of Reading and the Trend of Celebrity Book Clubs

Early this year, Dakota Johnson joined the roster of celebrities who have a book club with the announcement of TeaTime Book Club as part of

"Love Lies Bleeding": A Sapphic Gaze on the Crime Thriller

Atlanta Tsiaoukkas

Jun 33 min read

Film, TV & Books

"Love Lies Bleeding": A Sapphic Gaze on the Crime Thriller

The much anticipated sophomore film of director Rose Glass, Love Lies Bleeding, is a key player in the ongoing dyke renaissance in popular c

Rose Williams

May 264 min read

Politics

United by Music? Eurovision 2024

In the run up to this year’s contest, many were calling for Israel to be barred from participating, particularly as Russia was excluded from

Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: A Journey Through Disney's Animated Eras. Disney’s ‘The Wartime Era’ (1942-1949)

Madison Challis

May 155 min read

Film, TV & Books

Exploring the Magic Through the Ages: A Journey Through Disney's Animated Eras. Disney’s ‘The Wartime Era’ (1942-1949)

The United States' entry into World War II in 1941 significantly impacted Disney Studios. The war effort led to a decrease in available reso

Sydney Sweeney on SNL: How Her Performance Fuelled Feminist Flames

Lauren Dickson

May 134 min read

Social issues

Sydney Sweeney on SNL: How Her Performance Fuelled Feminist Flames

Sydney Sweeney’s allure is undeniable, she perfectly encapsulates the idealistic “girl next door” that resonates with right wing American

‘Back to Black’: The Biopic No-one Asked For

Holly McPhee

May 75 min read

Music & Art

‘Back to Black’: The Biopic No-one Asked For

With April came the release of Back to Black, an Amy Winehouse biopic directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson. This movie triggered overwhelmingly ne

“Hollywood Accounting” and Number Watching: Movies making money

Cameron Cade

Apr 175 min read

Film, TV & Books

“Hollywood Accounting” and Number Watching: Movies making money

Dune Part Two has finally been released, and TikTok is flooded with reactions praising the film, especially its visuals. This has sparked a

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