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A look at the indie folk scene of 60’s New York might sound a bit on the dull side, but considering that the Coen brothers have signed this particular film and that it won the Grand Prix at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival, we’ve decided that ‘Inside Llewyn
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A new vampire movie is on the horizon, but does it fit the ‘Twilight’ trend? The SOAS Spirit takes a look and leaves mesmerized. By Cristiana Moisescu “Only Lovers Left Alive” is a deliciously macabre movie, complete with gothic overtones and psychedelic music. It is the story of two vampires,
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The film adaptation of the WikiLeaks saga proves to be less thrilling than expected. By Peter Nygaard Christensen, BA Arabic and Politics There is potential for great films in the story of Julian Assange and his life’s work, WikiLeaks, but the continuing actuality of his work, as well as
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The SOAS Spirit goes to see ten-time Oscar-nominee Gravity, and we’re doing it in style, at the Ritzy Picturehouse in Brixton. By Paloma Rao, LLB Law Located in Brixton, the Ritzy offers the perfect day trip – a cosy atmosphere, great food and affordable prices. There are 5 screening rooms
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‘The Butler’ is one of the most anticipated movies this year, with many hailing it as Oscar-worthy. It’s a story about race, identity and politics, one that the SOAS Spirit recommends. By Jagoda Sekular, MA in International Law Martin Luther King once said: “the ultimate measure of a man
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Central London can be pretty gritty on a weekend night, but the combined experience of Empire and The Counselor take you to a new level of ‘yuck’ . We do not recommend! By Cristiana Moisescu, BA Politics This is the worst movie I have ever seen. To make matters worse, however,
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‘American Hustle’ is a roller-coaster of a movie; whether it’s also a pleasant ride, we’ll leave it up to you. Having watched in the elegant-cool cinema at Olympic Studios, the Spirit thoroughly enjoyed it. By Paloma Rao, LLB LAw Olympic Studios is modest in addressing its incredible and
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With the Oscars coming up soon, we take a look at all the Best Picture nominated movies, starting with ’12 Years A Slave’. Seen as an Oscar-favourite, the movie raises important questions about the legacy of slavery in contemporary America and provokes us head-on. By Dorina Marlen Heller, BA Chinese
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KATERINA VELISKOVA BA Middle Eastern Studies Rumours say it was a madhouse or that someone committed suicide just in the room your lecture is in. What was the history of this slightly scary and confusing building really like? Here it is, your first lecture at Vernon Square. You arrive early,