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Nov 5, 20214 min read
Abundance of new films usher in the return of Melbourne cinemas
“The movie comes alive in the theatre.” Keen filmgoer Alex Breen – like a multitude of fellow Melburnians – is excited to return to the...
Nov 5, 20212 min read
Riverside’s ‘Story of My Dream’: an exercise in self-reflection
Rarely does a song encapsulate an artist’s decades-long development in such a uniquely retrospective manner as in Polish band Riverside’s...
Nov 2, 20215 min read
Riding the K-wave: how Korean pop culture made a splash in the West
A hyper-violent, Korean survival drama might not sound like a recipe for a megahit. But when Squid Game premiered on Netflix, it wrapped...
Oct 29, 20215 min read
Scary movie night: here’s your Halloween hit list
Many of us have a love-hate relationship with horror. It’s intriguing, fun, and even a little bit thrilling to be scared. But of course,...
Oct 26, 20213 min read
World-building with clothes: Extras and Scrubs capture the mundane 2000s
When it comes to conversations about TV fashion and good costume design, there are a number of shows that fall under the radar because...
Oct 21, 20212 min read
A diverse group of skateboarders give Pearl some shine
“I want Pearls to be a brand for everyone,” says Tobi Stanley, owner of Pearls clothing. “I am trying to make something that looks a bit...
Oct 18, 20213 min read
Squid Game lives up to the hype
*Minor spoilers ahead* Squid Game is one of the most talked-about shows at the moment. It’s cultivated an army of stans, sparked...
Oct 16, 20212 min read
Free Guy brings the blockbuster cinema experience into our homes
*This is a spoiler-free review* After many delays thanks to COVID-19, Free Guy has finally been released, with Mariah Carey’s hit song...
Oct 14, 20212 min read
Tears For Fears’ latest single: their classic sound updated with a modern edge
The Tipping Point showcases a band assessing its twilight era with a sense of humility and maturity, highlighting Tears For Fears’...
Oct 12, 20213 min read
The man behind the next generation of Melbourne’s homegrown musicians
Jordan Acker dreams of one day having the talent he manages at the top level of music. “In sport it would be like seeing your athlete win...
Oct 7, 20213 min read
Surprise recording showcases a rising music talent
The energy in the air was electric as singer/songwriter Maggie Alley took to the stage at The Brunswick Ballroom in July. “The gig took a...
Oct 2, 20213 min read
It’s not just a sport: when BMX riding becomes art
While some see riding BMX as a sport, Nathan Leech describes it as an art form. “I like doing big drops, bar spins, things that look a...
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