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The influx of new Black horror films and their duality

The influx of new Black horror films and their duality

By Anisah Mahamoud, BA International Relations Within the last decade, it is clear to see a resurgence of Black horror films. These are not limited to solely portraying Black characters, but they tell Black stories and are in many cases written by Black people. In previous media, the trope of

The parallels of ‘Squid Game’ and modern society

The parallels of ‘Squid Game’ and modern society

By Anisah Mahamoud, BA International Relations In less than a month, Korean Drama/Thriller Squid Game has become the most talked-about show on all streaming platforms and is set to become Netflix’s most watched show. This accomplishment is enormous, not only due it being foreign, but also because of

‘‘The Magic Flute’: Performance and Privilege at the Royal Opera House

‘‘The Magic Flute’: Performance and Privilege at the Royal Opera House

By Mat Hick, MA Music Thursday saw the final performance of the 10th revival of David McVicar’s production of Mozart’s The Magic Flute. It also marked my intrepid first steps inside the Royal Opera House. Stepping into the Royal Opera House, you get a sense of the space

Little Simz ‘Sometimes I Might be Introvert’

Little Simz ‘Sometimes I Might be Introvert’

By Sanna Hamid BA History and International Relations With a refreshing sense of inner-confidence, Little Simz released her 4th studio album this year. Many people are shocked to be discovering her work only now, with the comment ‘flat out embarrassed it took me this long to discover her’, getting almost

No Time for Misogyny

No Time for Misogyny

By Lara Holly Gibbs, MA Gender Studies The much awaited ‘No Time To Die’ finally graced cinema screens this month. Bond may not have time to die, yet the question remains, does he have time for sexism and misogyny? Historically speaking, yes. We have seen Bond’s countless instances of

I May Destroy You Golden Globes Snub

I May Destroy You Golden Globes Snub

By Lara Gibbs, BA Chinese (Modern and Classical) Despite having written, acted in, produced, and co-directed the groundbreaking show, I May Destroy You, Michaela Coel has been snubbed in the Golden Globe nominations this year, while series such as Emily in Paris received multiple nominations. This has highlighted ongoing questions

SOAS Alumni talks Curating, Cultural Heritage, and the Feinberg Collection

SOAS Alumni talks Curating, Cultural Heritage, and the Feinberg Collection

By Fiona Collins, MA Japanese Studies Painting Edo: Japanese Art from the Feinberg Collection explores the lineages and legacy of artists active in the Tokugawa period of Japan, and is the largest exhibition ever organized by the Harvard Art Museums. Originally scheduled from 14 February 14 2020 through 18 July