The Hype

‘Between the Temples’: An unorthodox gem

November 20, 2024

The Office meets Wes Anderson meets Judaism is as fitting a way as any to describe director Nathan Silver’s ninth feature film. Between the Temples picks up mid conversation, with Ben Gottlieb (Jason Schwarzman) accepting Read more…

The Hype

How TikTok is Affecting the Music Industry

November 20, 2024

The increase in TikTok’s popularity over the past five years has made sharing, connecting, and spreading awareness about certain issues easier than ever. Movements supporting rights for women, people of color and those subjected to Read more…

Articles

’North Circular’ is a eulogy to Dublin

November 20, 2024

DCU’s recent screening of North Circular was more than just a film showing; it was a powerful reflection on Dublin culture – one that left the audience deeply moved and inspired meaningful conversations.  The film Read more…

Articles

Intermezzo is More Than Just a Buzzy Cover

November 6, 2024

On September 24th, Dublin’s bookshop windows were awash in white and blueas the literary world once again went Sally Rooney mad. Rooney’s fourth novel,Intermezzo, had readers awaiting its release with anticipation. Intermezzo feels like a Read more…

Film

Wicked Little Letters review

March 7, 2024

3/5 stars Olivia Coleman and Jessie Buckley’s talents shine throughout a scandalously sweary mystery comedy. When the residents of a stereotypical seaside town begin receiving heinously foul-mouthed letters, free-spirited Irish immigrant Rose is locked up Read more…

Film

One Love Film Review

March 7, 2024

Rating: 3/5 The newly released biographical film, Bob Marley: One Love, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green explores the life of Bob Marley, and Bob Marley and The Wailers, leading up to the ‘One Love Peace Read more…

Music

The Impact of Taylor Swift

February 16, 2024

How she went from one of the most hated celebrities to one of the most loved within just a few years Taylor Swift’s rapid rise to stardom started at just the young age of 14, Read more…

Television

The Pentaverate Review – Mike Myers’ Cult of Personalities

May 31, 2022

Despite the wide variety of acclaimed television shows that people keep telling me to watch, from Money Heist to Stranger Things, I somehow ended up binging The Pentaverate. A show about a secret society that controls the world from the shadows… made up exclusively of characters played by Mike Myers. How could I not be intrigued? Read more…

Lifestyle

Skincare: Why routine and consistency is key

March 23, 2022

Double cleansing is becoming a more common method by many skin experts and dermatologists. It helps to remove any debris that has accumulated throughout the day. An example of a cleanser recommended by Rock is Biofresh for dehydrated skin or Galinee for oily or normal skin types. She recommends a soothing cleanser first followed by exfoliating cleanser afterwards. Read more…

Articles

Rick and Morty Season 5 – Has it lived up to past Seasons?

March 23, 2022

Rick and Morty debuted in 2013 and it has made an impact as another eminent adult animation, with
positive TV ratings and acclaimed awards, cool merchandise and it’s large presence within
internet culture, but has its latest season lived up to the success of beloved earlier seasons? Read more…

Film

The Batman Review – Fear the Knight

March 23, 2022

‘The Batman’ is the best adaptation of the caped crusader since the Nolan redefined the comic book
genre with ‘The Dark Knight’. A dark detective noir with elements of horror, this film is the next big
leap for the character that we’ve all been hoping for. Read more…