Frankenstein: A Film Review
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Frankenstein: A Film Review

Dripping in gothic elegance and full of dream-like visuals, Guillermo del Torro tackles Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein with great sympathy for the tortured outcast that is Frankenstein’s monster.

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Spooky Season for Scaredy-Cats
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Spooky Season for Scaredy-Cats

As someone who loves Halloween but gets scared incredibly easily, this time of year always brings up the same question; what do I watch when I want to get in a spooky, but not necessarily scary mood? To all of my fellow easily-frightened baddies who still want something atmospheric, here’s some alternatives to put on your watchlist this month.

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Brixton to the Diaspora
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Brixton to the Diaspora

Let’s discuss Black British History Month, its origins, and the best TV/film/ video essays, books, and shows to watch for a deeper understanding of Blackness from diverse perspectives around the world.

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Choose a Fall Book, Get a Fall Film
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Choose a Fall Book, Get a Fall Film

It is basically (if not officially) Fall and what better way to celebrate than to cozy up with a seasonal beverage and comfort movie? Here's what you should watch this Fall based on your favorite books.

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Beyoncé: Black Icon or Tool of Imperialism?
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Beyoncé: Black Icon or Tool of Imperialism?

Beyoncé wears many hats including billionaire and black revolutionary. Can the two be worn on the same head? Beyonce has been the centre of discourse surrounding her imagery and proximity to systems of oppression.

With the recent Cowboy Carter album and Buffalo Soldier scandal is Beyoncé the Revolutionary we think she is or is she utilising this imagery for capitalistic gain?

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Book Recs for Love Islanders
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Book Recs for Love Islanders

A hot new bombshell has entered the villa… and it’s a stack of romance books. In this Love Island-inspired roundup, we match Season 7 Islanders with their perfect bookish pairings—whether they’re giving emotionally toxic, slow-burn pining, or chaos. If you’ve ever screamed at a recoupling this one’s for you.

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7 Must Watch Shows and Films for Summertime
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7 Must Watch Shows and Films for Summertime

Summertime is for relaxing, dancing the long days away into the night and creating memories. Here is a list of shows for sleepovers with the girls and the theys, for the solo watchers with wine in hand or chill session with the family.

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Queer Artists to Listen to in Every Genre
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Queer Artists to Listen to in Every Genre

Are you a pink pilates pop princess? Or maybe you're dipping your toes into country. Whatever your music taste, look no further for queer artists in every genre to blast all pride month long.

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Sinners, Sound and Spirituality
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Sinners, Sound and Spirituality

Sinners use music, spirituality and identity to deliver various messages to its audience. From discourses about the church as a structural tool to how music is a spiritual act as Black diasporans. This article highlights the messages in the movie and how Coogler connects these three factors.

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6 Romantic Asian Dramas for Beginners
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6 Romantic Asian Dramas for Beginners

Wanna dive into the world of Asian Dramas? I warn you, this chokehold is tight and won't let you go easily! If you've got some free time, here are 6 Romantic Asian dramas with all the yearning and burning you need to get you started.

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Mickey 17: A Film Review
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Mickey 17: A Film Review

A movie review of Mickey 17 and an investigation on how it reflects our current political climate

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Trans Representation in Film in the era of Emilia Pérez
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Trans Representation in Film in the era of Emilia Pérez

In the age of Emilia Pérez, and their harmful depictions of trans identity, we have to ask, Who gets to tell trans stories? We find the answer in two films, both centering trans stories, one created by a cis man, and one by a nonbinary individual.

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Casting, Colourism, Children of Blood and Bone
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Casting, Colourism, Children of Blood and Bone

The cast of Children of Blood and Bone's film adaption has caused controvesy and conversation in response to the lack of dark-skinned, Nigerian actors and actresses. Let's explore the problem of colourism in book-to-film adaptations and how production companies can do better.

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