News: Culture
WYD J.K Rowling
There is a long running debate about whether as a culture consumer, you can separate works of art (whether painting, literature, film, TV, music etc) from the life and views of its creator.
Theatre vs streaming: The fight rages on amidst COVID-19
COVID-19 has meant that movie theatres around the world have been forced to close, and studios have instead been releasing their films straight to Video on Demand (VOD). This decision has fed the ongoing theatre vs streaming rivalry, as new challenges and new tensions emerge.
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Low stakes viewing: The Bold Type
Mid way through last year my then-housemate introduced me to a show on Stan called The Bold Type.
Looking back on a decade of prestige TV
From the late 2000s to the early 2010s, prestige TV was centred on the rise and fall of the anti-hero. However, as time progressed, we began to create space for diverse subjects that reflect our fragmented era.
Weird internet rabbit holes
We've all gone down an internet rabbit hole at one time or another.
Black lives matter and the future of the Academy Awards
In 2020, the environment in which we consume films has dramatically shifted, and with it, our broader perception of Hollywood and what it should look like. So, where do we go from here?
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Remembering Gurrumul: Child of the Rainbow
Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, better known as Gurrumul, was the highest-selling Indigenous musician in Australian history. Following his death in 2017, his legacy lives on.
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An apple a day
There’s no denying that Apple Inc. is at the forefront of consumer technology, as the world remains unwaveringly loyal to the brand. But just how far does its influence extend?
How Can I Be a Good Ally?
The recent death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis Police is a reminder that police brutality isn't just a U.S. problem; it's a systemic racism problem. So, as a White Person, how exactly can I be a good ally?
