Category: Features

Five films inspired by Shakespeare plots

A dark and dramatic cinematic replica of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth comes out in the cinema today, but it’s one of hundreds of the famous playwright’s works which have been extended to the big screen. Centuries have come and gone since the world famous wordsmith penned his final works, but they are still inspiring plotlines today.… Continue reading Five films inspired by Shakespeare plots

REVIEW: Legend

Courtesy of Working Title Films

Dir: Brian Helgeland Rating: 18 Released: 9/9/15 The Kray twins have been subject of many an investigation, documentary and movie over the years. The infamous duo practically ran London in the 1960s, using terror, violence and some very scary pals to get their way. This year, Brian Helgeland took on the twins’ story with his… Continue reading REVIEW: Legend

Brain food baking

Now that the new term has started, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s time to get your head down and start studying over those lecture notes or for your prelims later this year. Although that’s vital, there is one thing that’s maybe even more important (and definitely more interesting) than all the academics… Continue reading Brain food baking

REVIEW : Chvrches – Every Open Eye

Chvrches have just released their second album exactly two years after their first one, bursting with fresh synth-pop jams, catapulted them into the spotlight. The second album can a make or break a band, and Chvrches certainly set themselves a high standard, but their new work sure as hell delivers. They’ve been called chrome pop,… Continue reading REVIEW : Chvrches – Every Open Eye