The Brutalist – the Brady Corbet epic we all need right now?
‘The Brutalist’. You’ve no doubt have heard the clamour being made about this Academy Award nominee directed by Brady Corbet that recently picked up three Golden Globes - and not without reason. It contains the expected tentpoles of award season contenders, a...
Cumgirl8 – the queens of chaos
words Mai Tane Hermosa My best hit before Christmas: I was invited to watch Cumgirl8. Not sure what this is all about, but with that name on the business card, I can only expect something sexy and rebellious. Arriving at the venue was like witnessing the spirit of a...
Cyprus holiday guide: things to do in each season
words Al Woods Cyprus is a popular holiday destination in the Mediterranean – and it's easy to see why. With its incredible beaches, mountain ranges, ancient sites and more, there's something for everyone. It’s also a great year-round destination, with activities to...
5 European Cycling Routes to Try in 2025
words Al Woods As the new year approaches, many keen cyclists will be looking for fresh inspiration when it comes to daring new destinations for their next two-wheeled escape. Whether you’re a seasoned rider eager for a new challenge or a holidaymaker looking for...
How To Impress Your Partner On Your First Romantic Vacation Away
Pexels - CC0 License There are many milestones to any romantic relationship, but it’s hard to think of one quite so exciting as heading on your first romantic experience abroad. It takes time, care and effort to plan this of course, but you’ll no doubt do so willingly...
National Anthem – finding love at the queer rodeo show
words Jake Munn Whilst watching National Anthem, the latest film from director Luke Gilford, you may be forgiven for expecting a twist in the tale, a climax to this slow-burn, queer romantic-drama. But therein lies the film’s greatest strength; to subvert a...
Poor Artists by White Pube – The book they don’t want you to read
words Dilsah Kondakci In a world where art is as much about capital as it is creativity, Poor Artists arrives like a Molotov cocktail in the gallery lobby. Part fiction, part nonfiction, this debut from the UK-based art critics Gabrielle de la Puente and Zarina...
Most Romantic UK Road Trips for 2025
words Alexa Wang If you are planning a romantic escape with your partner in 2025, you might want to consider a UK road trip. The UK has some incredibly beautiful and romantic landscapes to explore, and a voyage allows you to enjoy quality time together and the...
Joyous Journeys: 4 Vacation Styles That Bring Ultimate Bliss
Whenever you set off for trips around the world, the goal is to enjoy yourself and to feel a sense of bliss that you haven’t before. We all want to live a life of luxury every now and again, and a vacation is one of the ways to make that happen. Everybody on this...
All We Imagine as Light (2024)
All We Imagine as Light (2024) Light (2024) review by Jake Munn All We Imagine as Light, the second feature from writer/director Payal Kapadia, will capture your heart in its ability to both sting and soothe. Transcending its genre, it cements itself as a standalone...
Everything You Need to Know for an Unforgettable Trip to Cozumel
words Alana Webb Even though planning a trip should be an exciting process, it is usually extremely stressful because there are many things you need to take care of. It is important to look for more information regarding the location you have chosen. Because of this,...
Craven Faults cause sensory overload at The White Hotel
words Lee Taylor I was whisked via Uber to the part of town where The White Hotel was marked on the map. This was a land of litter and decay, or so it seemed. All the garbage of the city had chosen to congregate in this one special place. The silhouette of Strangeways...
Things You Need to Know Before Traveling to Japan
If you are due to travel to Japan then you will know what a thrilling experience this can be. With that being said, you do need to make sure that you do not make the mistakes most people make, because if you do then you may find that you end up not having the best...
Amyl and the Sniffers – Live in Manchester
words Maitane Hermosa Manchester, November 9. The Academy is buzzing, packed with leather jackets, black t-shirts, neon pants and animal prints. It’s almost eight, and there’s still plenty of space on the floor, but that won't last long. The first band takes the stage...
In the wake of a dream, the surreal is evoked…
Manchester based artist-curator and previous Visual Arts Editor of FLUX Magazine - Mike Chavez-Dawson (Rogue Artists’ Studios stalwart) reflects on the work of Artist David Hancock and talks to him about his highly ambitious, multi-layered and collaborative...