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Grimmfest 2021: The Guest Room

Grimmfest 2021: The Guest Room

A modern day Edgar Allan Poe novella, The Guest Room is a mysterious and aesthetically gothic thriller
Grimmfest 2021: On the 3rd Day

Grimmfest 2021: On the 3rd Day

The 3rd Day is a gruesomely fun watch which relishes its pulpy themes and unapologetic core
October Read: How The One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House

October Read: How The One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House

Aileen Loftus reviews Cherie Jones’ debut novel How The One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House this Black History Month
Does non-fiction mean dry? A look into Best Documentary 2021 nominees

Does non-fiction mean dry? A look into Best Documentary 2021 nominees

This is an exciting era for the documentary format. Don’t take the Academy’s word for it.
‘A colossal ray of sunshine’: Blossoms headline first mask-free live music event in Liverpool

‘A colossal ray of sunshine’: Blossoms headline first mask-free live music event in Liverpool

History was made on Sunday 2nd May as 5,000 concertgoers gathered under the Big Top at Liverpool’s glorious Sefton Park. They were there to experience the UK’s first concert with no face masks and no social distancing in thirteen months. It is the third of three Pilot events held in Liverpool between April 30th and […]
Palm Springs: The time loop romcom we need?

Palm Springs: The time loop romcom we need?

Andy Samberg and Christin Milioti shine in this sun swept, time bending romcom
‘Not my body, not my own’: Little Scratch review

‘Not my body, not my own’: Little Scratch review

Daniel Woods reviews Little Scratch, the debut novel by Rebecca Watson which navigates memory and trauma
Minari: Strong performances propel a thoughtful drama

Minari: Strong performances propel a thoughtful drama

Thanks in part to to a collection of great performances, Minari is an original film in a crowded genre
MANIFF 2021: Infinitum: Subject Unknown

MANIFF 2021: Infinitum: Subject Unknown

Alex Harris reviews a high concept sci-fi movie after sitting down with its creators
Pelé: A sports documentary that interrogates its subject

Pelé: A sports documentary that interrogates its subject

Pelé avoids being too deferential to its subject and engages with his political legacy
Shambolics deliver stellar livestream in aid of Kirkaldy Foodbank

Shambolics deliver stellar livestream in aid of Kirkaldy Foodbank

Lana Williams catches Shambolics’ live stream in aid of Kirkaldy Foodbank
It’s a Sin: Youth, freedom and AIDS in 1980s London

It’s a Sin: Youth, freedom and AIDS in 1980s London

Channel 4’s newest series, It’s a Sin, is a compelling portrait of 1980s gay youth, sexual freedom and the beginnings of HIV epidemic
Dragon Rider – a worthy adaptation or a bad rip-off?

Dragon Rider – a worthy adaptation or a bad rip-off?

Dragon Rider is a German take on the concept of humans and dragons coexisting in one world, but fails to add anything innovative to it
“Entrancing and Energising” – Bicep Isles Album Review

“Entrancing and Energising” – Bicep Isles Album Review

Electronic dance duet Bicep develop their unique sound on their latest release, Isles. Expected mesmerising tracks
If this is the future of live music, ‘I Can’t Stand it’: Blossoms livestream review

If this is the future of live music, ‘I Can’t Stand it’: Blossoms livestream review

With live performances on hold due to COVID019, can a livestream production live up to the energy of a Blossoms gig? Niamh Boorman investigates
Review: Hillbilly Elegy

Review: Hillbilly Elegy

Even though it has two iconic actresses at the centre, Hillbilly Elegy is unable to engage with the big ideas at its centre due to dull writing and bad characterisation
Review: Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun

Review: Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun

Aunty Donna’s hilarious Aussie mayhem perfectly manages to stay on just the right side of pure insanity
Review: The Haunting of Bly Manor

Review: The Haunting of Bly Manor

With a drawn-out plot and not enough scares, The Haunting of Bly Manor leaves a bitter aftertaste to its predecessor
Review: Saint Maud

Review: Saint Maud

A24’s latest psychological horror is a perfect portrayal of a character gone mad, and makes a good reason to venture out to cinema this Halloween
Review: Hubie Halloween

Review: Hubie Halloween

Sandleristas rejoice for the prodigal son has returned with his latest comedy caper, Hubie Halloween