There’s noticeable irony in a film called “Titan” killing the thing that created it. At least there is for all the Greek mythology fans out there. Just how can one little animated movie have severed a limb of the mighty multimedia conglomerate? How can 20th Century Fox Animation have been kneecapped by a film that was only 90 minutes?
Read MoreOwen and George are the writers and creators behind Square, a new Bristol-based drama which follows four young people and deals with themes of mental health, university, sexuality and left-wing activism in the city. We spoke with Owen and George about what their influences are, why they chose to depict left-wing activism in television and why their drama will never be preachy!
Read MoreThe silver screen and its accompanying audial experience has walked a long road on its journey from the 1890s. Gone are the days of the tinny piano tunes that would warble throughout the theatre, providing some remote semblance of tone to the silent dramas unfolding on screen. Here to stay are the conscientiously cultivated fruits of a craft that existed long before the moving picture.
Read MoreFrom music videos to documentaries, from short films to spoken-word pieces, Michael Jenkins knows a lot about the film industry. The owner of two production companies in Bristol, one of which he co-owns with Somina Fombo, he works hard to promote untold stories and give a step up to those breaking into the film industry from underrepresented backgrounds.
Read MoreI hope this has helped you find your next flick to sit down and watch and a reminder that you shouldn’t feel guilty about having a duvet day, have one now, I dare you!
Read MoreToday, the Everyday Magazine has selected for you the 5 Movies to avoid during Covid and you know what? These aren’t the only ones, but it’s a good start. Get pen and paper ready and why not sit down and expand the list yourselves?
Read MoreFrom a very young age, film and television was my escape. On a beautiful summer’s day when other normal children were climbing trees and scraping their knees, I preferred to draw the living room curtains, sit my chair as close to the TV as possible and watch film after film after film. Although I now have a chronic Vitamin D deficiency from the lack of sunlight, this continues to be one of my favourite pass times
Read MoreElla is an incredible filmmaker hailing from London. At the age of 19, she has received national praise for her short film, Faulty Roots, which was released this year. A strong mental health advocate, Ella deals with prevalent, but often forgotten about, themes in the majority of her work. We catch up with her to discuss her production company, her other films that are in the pipeline and her film that has just been picked up for a feature!
Read MoreThis train of high-quality Netflix originals is showing no sign of stopping. With the recent release of His House to critical acclaim, and the acquisition of Zendaya’s new black and white romance project Malcom and Marie for $30 million, the trend only seems to be gaining momentum.
Read MoreThere is a light at the end of the tunnel in the form of FilmBath, the week-long film festival returns from the 11th - 16th December, showcasing some of the newest, cultural releases.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever come away from a film, and it’s so life-affirming, bittersweet, and creates an oh-my-god-this-is-me moment, then it’s likely to be a coming of age film.
Read MoreSo let’s get the curtain up on our first positive of this year: online content has kept theatre going. Although houses have been dark, companies big and small very quickly adapted and got content out to their audience in a variety of ways.
Read MoreAt only twenty-three, I’ve definitely still got plenty growing up to do myself, and I also haven’t had all the times in the world to watch every coming-of-age film out there. Nevertheless, here’s a handful of some of the best the genre has to offer.
Read MoreRight now, Netflix alone has a total of 3,781 movies listed; with all those options in our pockets at all times, how the hell are we supposed to make rational decisions? Especially in 2020, the year where most of us have been staring down the barrel of more screen time than we would like to admit due to repeat lockdowns cancelling our social lives.
Read MoreArchitect Rem Koolhas once said “An architect writes scripts, but for people, not actors.” It is therefore not surprising that architecture has played a vital role in creating cinematic worlds we can deeply relate to on an emotional level.
Read MoreWho doesn’t love bursting into song when you feel at the height of your emotions. No? Just me? Oh okay then, well there is an entire genre of film dedicated to those who love random introductions of music to the most intense moments in the lives of characters that we become deeply invested in
Read MoreI’m a huge film fan and even narrowing down this list was difficult, but I hope you spot some of your favourites or learn about some new films you may love.
Read MoreDespite the statistics and the evidence (all of the films above were certifiably brilliant), not a single woman was nominated in the 2020 Oscars, and once again we watched as Quentin Tarantino, Todd Phillips and Martin Scorsese were all nominated for their male centric films.
Read MoreBoasting 20 Academy Awards, 23 BAFTAs and 11 Golden Globes, his legacy as an auteur is one that will be revered for years to come. Then, one day, he threw shade at Marvel and brought into the spotlight a conversation that has rattled around cinephile circles for years: is cinema made for enjoyment or art?
Read MoreLockdown hasn’t been all doom and gloom; occasionally there is a silver lining. The UK Film Review Festival is such a silver lining. Without lockdown, this year’s hot new indie film festival wouldn’t have been born.
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