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Ben Shapiro, capsizing boats, and magic: University round-up

Ben Shapiro, capsizing boats, and magic: University round-up

Read this issue’s university round-up for a quick insight into news from across UK universities
Merlin (2008-2012) revisited: Magic and mystery

Merlin (2008-2012) revisited: Magic and mystery

A decade after its airtime, Merlin has not lost its magic and remains “the perfect comfort show to distract from real life with its medieval setting and magical elements”.
“I’ll not be here, but Hagrid will”: Robbie Coltrane remembered

“I’ll not be here, but Hagrid will”: Robbie Coltrane remembered

A look back on the life of film and television icon Robbie Coltrane
MANIFF 2022: The Great Movement

MANIFF 2022: The Great Movement

The Great Movement shows great stylistic ambition but falls short with an unfocused storyline
Review: Bedknobs and Broomsticks

Review: Bedknobs and Broomsticks

Theatre Editor Jay Darcy reviews Bedknobs and Broomsticks – based on the film of the same name – at the Palace Theatre, which starred Dianne Pilkington in the lead role
Your Brain: The Invisible Magician

Your Brain: The Invisible Magician

Chloe Tenn explores the tricks our minds play on us – sometimes when we least expect it
Horoscopes: Week commencing November 30th

Horoscopes: Week commencing November 30th

We all need a bit of magic every now and then – now more than ever. Click to find out which HP spell matches your star sign!
Why The Prestige is Nolan’s most definitive film

Why The Prestige is Nolan’s most definitive film

The Prestige may be the key to understanding Nolan’s filmmaking
Review: Wise Children

Review: Wise Children

Anuli Changa reviews Wise Children on its touring visit to HOME, an adaptation of the Angela Carter novel by Emma Rice