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Bringing on the Rapture: is adapting Bioshock seriously worth it?

Bringing on the Rapture: is adapting Bioshock seriously worth it?

The unravelling story behind a film adaptation of Bioshock goes to show why not everything needs to find a second home on the big screen
Warner Bros. Is For Sale – Your Attention Doesn’t Have To Be

Warner Bros. Is For Sale – Your Attention Doesn’t Have To Be

One of the remaining pillars of the pre-streaming film world, Warner Bros., has just been hit with two large bricks by name of Netflix and Paramount-Skydance in a bidding war.
From ‘Pointless’ to plots: are Richard Osman’s books worth the read?

From ‘Pointless’ to plots: are Richard Osman’s books worth the read?

As well as being a prominent TV personality, Richard Osman has been doling out murder mysteries for years, but are his books as good as they say?
Adolescence: A haunting exploration of modern boyhood

Adolescence: A haunting exploration of modern boyhood

Adolescence is a gripping series that delves into the dark realities of modern boyhood, online radicalization, and the consequences of unchecked toxic masculinity
A Man on the Inside review: A cosy comedy perfect for the holidays

A Man on the Inside review: A cosy comedy perfect for the holidays

Michael Schur’s new Netflix show about a loveable pensioner playing detective is the perfect winter watch
Woman of the Hour: A fraught account of a killer’s rampage and the patriarchy that perpetuated it

Woman of the Hour: A fraught account of a killer’s rampage and the patriarchy that perpetuated it

Woman of the Hour took Netflix by storm at the end of October, gaining much attention as Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut
The best spy series and films

The best spy series and films

In honour of Black Doves, Netflix’s new spy thriller, being released soon, here are the best series and films that delve into the endlessly exciting world of espionage
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson review: Not with a bang, but a whimper

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson review: Not with a bang, but a whimper

Netflix’s live boxing event, despite a strong undercard, culminated in one of the worst main events in the history of the sport
Gods, superheroes, and the American election: How The Boys and Kaos reflect modern power struggles

Gods, superheroes, and the American election: How The Boys and Kaos reflect modern power struggles

By portraying heroes and gods as flawed figures, The Boys and Kaos paint a disturbingly familiar scene of great power rarely coming with the responsibility it demands
The death of the sitcom: Are we entering a new era of television?

The death of the sitcom: Are we entering a new era of television?

The days of light-hearted episodes and endless seasons seem to be fading; today’s shows demand focus, replacing casual viewing with complex, serialised storytelling. Has the classic sitcom disappeared, or is it evolving?
“Mr. McMahon”: A Botched Unmasking of Wrestling’s Greatest Enigma

“Mr. McMahon”: A Botched Unmasking of Wrestling’s Greatest Enigma

Despite the wealth of unknown information about Vince McMahon Jr., Netflix’s new miniseries “Mr. McMahon” struggles to deliver a deep dive into wrestling’s most controversial figure
Lost turns 20: the groundbreaking show that redefined television history

Lost turns 20: the groundbreaking show that redefined television history

Lost is celebrating its 20th anniversary and is finally getting the attention it deserves
What Heartbreak High gets right about autism

What Heartbreak High gets right about autism

Netflix’s Heartbreak High breaks ground with authentic autistic representation in Quinni, but Season 2 disappoints by sidelining her character. So, what makes for good representation?
Scoop review: Netflix drama rains on Prince Andrew’s parade

Scoop review: Netflix drama rains on Prince Andrew’s parade

Billie Piper and Gillian Anderson lead Netflix’s latest drama, taking you behind the scenes of that infamous Prince Andrew interview
Boy Swallows Universe: Does reality make the best fiction?

Boy Swallows Universe: Does reality make the best fiction?

How many of your favourite songs or stories are based in truth? We look at Trent Dalton’s novel, ‘Boy Swallows Universe’, to see how fiction and reality are intertwined in the arts
The fourth season curse: Why do TV shows get worse after their fourth season?

The fourth season curse: Why do TV shows get worse after their fourth season?

From Downtown Abbey to Game of Thrones, the curse looms large in modern TV
Drive to Survive season 6: Get strapped in for more F1 drama

Drive to Survive season 6: Get strapped in for more F1 drama

The latest season of Drive to Survive is here, but how does it stack up against previous seasons after another spell of RedBull dominance in 2023?
How does Netflix’s One Day compare to the original novel and feature film?

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
“I want the truth, whatever it is”: The representation of student journalism in Riverdale

“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
What TV show and film you should watch next based on your star sign

What TV show and film you should watch next based on your star sign

If you’re wondering what to watch next on your study breaks, then look no further because the Mancunion has a carefully curated list of film and TV recommendations based on your star sign