Television
Moon Knight: The Less Dark Knight
After nearly 3 years of waiting, the first episode of Marvel’s Moon Knight aired on Disney+ last week to widespread acclaim. Read more…
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Articles
What the hell do I do with all these new emoji?
With a tranche of new little cartoons – yes, even more – rolling out on our phones, I thought it would make sense to take a look and see where they fit into our lives. Read more…
Film
Turning Red Review – Pixar’s Period Drama
Turning Red is about periods and the changes that accompany them. But it’s also a lot more. It’s a study of adolescence in Toronto in the early noughties. A trip down family lane. It’s a loud reminder that it’s okay to be weird and different. But most of all, it’s a big fat lie about the size of red pandas. Read more…
Music
Lana Del Rey – Blue Banisters Review
In other words, if you had a lust for old Lana, this tickles your ear canals in much the same way as her last six (!) albums did. And if you thought she was samey and dull, you can dump Blue Banisters on your mental scrapheap. Read more…
Television
The Killing of Father Niall Molloy Review – Killing Time
Ultimately The Killing of Father Molloy feels like a capable horse in need of blinders. RTÉ needed to sit down and ask themselves where to focus, because ‘everywhere’ hasn’t worked. Read more…
Television
It’s a Sin Review
“It’s a Sin” will mash your emotions up like a potato and tug your heartstrings along a cheese grater. Makes a delicious meal then, but it’s heavy going. Do with that what you will, but it gets a hearty recommendation from me. Read more…
Film
A review of the soulful film ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom directed by George C. Wolfe, is a film based in 1920’s Chicago. It follows a blue’s band as they gather in a recording studio and tensions soon rise. Read more…
Books
“The Haunting of Bly Manor” tells a chilling love story
While this is a horror series, this particular season takes on a dramatic yet chilling love story that even those who can’t stand horror could enjoy. Read more…
The Hype
“A Gay and a Non Gay Podcast” tackles the tough topics at live show
A Gay and a Non Gay Podcast Live Show combined the light and the dark, humour and solemnity and, of course, gayness and non-gayness.
Music
Deerhunter kick off their European tour in Whelans
Whelan’s was jammed as the Atlanta based rock band took over the place for two shows that kick started their 2019 European tour.
Music
Kanye tries his Kanye best on latest solo effort
Kanye’s irrefutable egoism impedes his artistic focus on his new gospel-inspired album, “Jesus is King”.
Music
Two Door Cinema Club send knickers flying in Dublin concert
The set list is taped to the ground beside three microphones with each member of the band armed with a glass of water, a pint of Guinness and a towel.
Film
You’re a nice one, Mr. Grinch
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Grinch is a lovable anti-hero compared to his successors in Illumination’s rendition of the classic Christmas film. The film opened in cinemas on November 9th and will run over the Christmas period. It was Read more…
Music
U2 make a powerful return to home ground
The setlist accompanied by politically charged imagery made the entire concert feel like a campaign for Bono 2027. The massive production was incredible to say the least and there is no doubt that the band are better than ever. But with Bono full of dad jokes and more humbler than ever, he was cascading, stripped down. Read more…
Lifestyle
Beauty Buzz: Anastasia Norvina Palette
Caitlin Laird gives us the lowdown on the latest release from Kim K’s favourite brand. Read more…
Music
“iridescence” marks a new era for BROCKHAMPTON
BROCKHAMPTON is known for jaunting instrumentals and whiplash musically, which can be seen with the song right after WHERE THE CASH AT. Although WEIGHT is completely different to its predecessor, beginning with a slow violin pervading the entire track, it transitions seamlessly. Read more…
Articles
Tom Odell at the Olympia Theatre
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n a world where artists seem to constantly compete with each other for the most show stopping concerts, sometimes it’s nice to strip it back to the basics. Sunday October 14th saw Tom Odell, closely Read more…
Articles
Beauty Buzz: Carter Beauty
Carter Beauty by Marissa Carter has just been released into Penny’s and nationwide and her followers couldn’t be more excited for the highly anticipated cosmetic line launch. Lifestyle Editor Lorna Lawless gives us her thoughts.
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Lifestyle
Beauty Buzz: L.A. Girl Pro.Coverage’ Foundation Review
The latest product out that seems to be catching the eye of many girls and beauty bloggers is the ‘L.A. Girl Pro.Coverage’ foundation. This foundation only came out in Ireland this year and everyone seems to have it or want it. Read more…
Flux
Wild, Wild Country: a real life horror story
A small town called Antelope, closest to the site of the Rajneesh ranch becomes the focal point of conflict in this gripping six-episode docu-series that details charming Bhajwan Shree Rajneesh and his flamboyant followers. Read more…
Film
Ricky Gervais provocative as ever in new Netflix special
At his best, Gervais feels like a working-class, pub philosopher that has somehow made it to the top. When he boasts about his luxurious home in Hampstead, it feels earned. Read more…
Flux
The Weeknd mourns past relationships in new album
The 21-minute-long album is a breakup album, exploring the love and loss, where at times The Weeknd seems to be pleading for a chance to reignite a lost bond and at others simply acknowledging a loss and looking for blame to place. Read more…
Food
Grub Guide: Dolce Sicily
Aakanksha Surve tells us about the sweet taste of Sicily that is available from the coffee shop, Dolce Sicily, hidden just off Grafton street. Read more…
Articles
The Wombats at the Academy
[dropcap]Last[/dropcap] month, the Wombats took to The Academy to give Irish fans a night to remember. The band’s long awaited show was extremely well received, an obvious fact made clear by the large audience that Read more…
Food
Grub Guide: Dada Restaurant
Edina Zejnilovic travels Dada Restaurant on South William Street for a taste of Morocco, with its Moorish-style dining and delicious,spice-infused dishes. Read more…