It isn’t news to claim that horror genre in film, and in particular, the zombie genre, is a tired one. Over the past decade or so, countless superficial movies, which often involve a group of rather ill-informed teenagers and a poorly imagined menace, have dominated cinematic horror. Not only do these films usually lack any …
After 1930 films have traditionally relied upon the voice to communicate narratives. Another consistent through line can be located in cinema’s “skilled and satisfying manipulation of visual pleasure,” to quote feminist theorist Laura Mulvey. These trends converge in performance of the on-screen female. Construction of an archetypal female for film reifies woman’s objecthood within the …
With each new superhero film crowding your local cineplex, it is difficult to reminisce of a time when only a scarce number were in the ‘know’; when they catered to an unambiguous demographic which, of course, was inherently male. Now, between each respective cinematic universe, i.e. that of DC and that of Marvel (and whatever …
To claim that mainstream media often fails to ensure that marginalised people are given accurate, let alone positive, representation would be an understatement. How often do we come across major, big-budget films and television programmes that present minorities as more than mere tokens, and don’t disregard them as disposable sidekicks for the hero? How often …
For almost as long as I can remember, ‘Star Wars’ has been a major part of my life. It was the series that I found myself re-enacting in my living room as a kid, the one that taught six-year-old me all that I needed to know about good and evil and, consequently, the one that …
In ‘Talk To The Internet’, we take the same 10 questions and one internet sensation to find out their loves, hates and their dream casts in the world of film. Sophie Athawes runs Popcorn and Glitter, a film and lifestyle blog based out of London. She reviews everything from products to food, fashion and beauty …
Let me begin by saying I’m not a fan of this film in the traditional way. I don’t sympathise with any of the characters, I think the script was awkward and not engaging, and the pacing of the voice-overs/interviews was disjointed and jarring. But I am fascinated with this film. I’ve seen it four times …
Firstly, quick preface: Kathleen Hanna was honoured in Boston, Massachusetts in 2015 by getting a recognised Riot Grrrl Day in the city on April 9th every year. As this is my first year living in Boston and I am slightly obsessed with this movement and its fearless leaders, I thought it only appropriate for me … Continue reading
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TRACKLIST: Playground Love – Air Fix You – Coldplay Mourning Air – Portishead Lie to Me – Devics Silent All These Years – Tori Amos and Ani Difranco Karma Police – Radiohead Breathe No More – Amy Lee Uninvited – Alanis Morissette Medicine – Daughter How Does it Make You Feel – Air by Ashleigh Bowers Ashleigh is a 20-something grandpa from … Continue reading
The much-anticipated revival of Gilmore Girls was met with various criticisms. Most were directed at the “sudden” unlikeablitiy of the girls themselves, particularly the Ivy League princess Rory. As the Washington Post’s overtly harsh headline put it, the revival confirmed that “Rory Gilmore is a Monster.” But was Rory Gilmore ever meant to be “liked” … Continue reading
The razor scooters. The art exercise where you throw darts at balloons filled with paint. The M&M’s on pizza. THE STANG. The foot-popping-good kiss. The Princess Diaries has so many incredible elements as evidence for its early-2000s greatness. And while main character Mia ends up being the movie’s awkward, sparkly-nail-polish-wearing, corn-dog-eating princess, I think her … Continue reading
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Todd Haynes’s sophomore feature [safe] tells the story of affluent Southern California housewife Carol White (played by Julianne Moore), and traces her physical decline from a mysterious environmental illness. Exploring themes that have become hallmarks of Haynes’s auteurist style, [safe] uses conventions of traditional 1950s melodrama to examine individual identity (or lack thereof) and environmental … Continue reading
The majority of these characters I’ve been introduced to years ago. They inspired, and continue to inspire me everyday, to be a hard-working, confident women. I hope you’ll find some of your favourites here, or discover some new kick-ass characters reading this piece. Blair Waldorf (Gossip Girl, 2007-2012) “Destiny is for losers. It’s just a stupid … Continue reading
The Love Witch is one of the most beautiful films I have ever watched, mainly due to director Anna Biller’s decision to shoot it on 35mm film. Her dedication to paying homage to 60’s and 70’s Technicolor movies is evident through the gorgeous costumes and sets that Biller made herself. The sumptuous colours of Elaine’s … Continue reading
