16th March 2024
Hello, Kate? The British public will see you now
Princess Kate Middleton’s absent from the public gaze has caused concern amongst the British public. Fear not however, for the Princess could be working, and appearing on the small screen very soon…
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12th March 2024
How does Netflix’s One Day compare to the original novel and feature film?
Following Netflix’s new series adaptation of One Day, we consider the ways in which it differs and sticks from David Nicholls’ original novel and 2011 feature film adaptation
10th March 2024
“I want the truth, whatever it is”: The representation of student journalism in Riverdale
Riverdale, Netflix’s long-running TV show, offers a uniquely compelling depiction of student journalism
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13th February 2024
Falling in love with the screen: 7 things to watch this Valentine’s
Spend this cold and unforgiving Valentine’s season snuggled up to a film or show, expertly judged and recommended by our globally cultural and renowned experts
9th February 2024
The allure of Jeremy Allen White
Jeremy Allen White is paving the way for a new kind of star but what makes him stand out from the crowd?
4th February 2024
A sudden shift in TV obsession: The Traitors surge, Love Island fades
What’s behind drop in Love Island viewership and soaring ascent of The Traitors?
12th December 2023
The Crown Season 6 review: A tragic triumph
Season 6 of The Crown has released its first four episodes. Following the final months of Diana’s life and the immediate fallout of her passing, it was always going to be controversial but to what point?
6th December 2023
I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!: The most unforgettable contestants
With I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! back on our screens, now is the perfect time to reflect on the most unforgettable contestants over the years
27th October 2023
Everything Now review: A coming-of-age TV show set on not conforming
Everything Now has a little bit of everything: sensitively exploring body image, teen romance, friendship, and the feeling of falling behind
13th October 2023
How HBO’s The Idol crashed and burned
Sam Levinson’s car crash of a TV show could attract audiences but convolution failed to keep them watching
28th July 2023
Everybody’s Talking About John Partridge: drag, musicals, and Butter Tarts
We sat down with John Patridge, ahead of the brand-new UK tour of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
4th July 2023
Joanne Clifton on Shrek, Strictly and Lego
The Mancunion chats to Joanne Clifton ahead of the UK tour of Shrek the Musical. We discuss how it felt to land the role, coming from a family of performers and the realities of working in the theatre industry.
16th June 2023
Co-stars or boarding school bunk mates? Britain’s privately educated ‘nepo babies’
The Mancunion analyses the dominance of privately educated actors in the British acting industry.
24th May 2023
Wagatha Christie: In conversation with Nathan McMullen
The Mancunion sits down with Nathan McMullen, ahead of the UK tour of Vardy v Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial
14th May 2023
Eurovision 2023: Sweden makes history whilst the UK repeats it
Eurovision 2023 saw Sweden make history on multiple fronts whilst the UK, the host country, found itself back at the bottom
13th May 2023
Eurovision 2023: What to expect from the grand final
Eurovision is back in the UK after 25 years, and we got to attend an exclusive press preview of the grand final – here’s what to expect!
11th May 2023
Eurovision 2023: What to expect from semi-final 2
Eurovision is back in the UK after 25 years, and we got to attend an exclusive press preview of semi-final 2 – here’s what to expect!
9th May 2023
Eurovision 2023: What to expect from semi-final 1
Eurovision is back in the UK after 25 years, and we got to attend an exclusive press preview of semi-final 1 – here’s what to expect!