LFF: Manchester by the Sea
A restrained exploration of grief, with exceptionally strong performances from Michelle Williams and Casey Affleck, Manchester by the Sea is the most moving film of the year.
Issue 1653
20th Jan 2017
Hang in there kitties
Blue Monday, alternatively known as the most depressing day of the year, came and went this week (Blue like hands without gloves flaunted at passing strangers on the street. Wait what?). By now you’ve come to terms with the fact that you probably spent way too much money over
Why should the Union consult College on TEF?
Deputy President Education gives us his side
Union to participate in TEF submission
felix reports on the extraordinary Council meeting
Time to become Immortal
Sport Editor Sam Smith does sports. Sports! Sports! Sports!
Taking a leaf out of Tove Jansson's book
\ The simplicity and warmth of Jansson’s defiance is what is striking: she made books that gave comfort to an oblivious audience, whilst including deeply personal and political messages. \
Rob’s Sad Playlist
Got those pesky January blues? Exam stress getting you down? Bask in your own sweet, sweet self pity with this playlist from our very own Rob Garside.
Rebooted | A Series of Unfortunate Events
Once again, Netflix rushes into rescue and, in this case, reboot a much loved property that had been poorly adapted. So, is the series any good, or does it become an all too literal rendition of its title?
Problematic faves | J Cole and Jesse Hughes
We're back for round two
Pot and its potential
Lara Bailey looks at the useful applications of marijuana
Melanzane alla Parmigiana
A classic Italian dish, our esteemed chef presents her simple, student friendly version. Cook it for that hot vegetarian girl on your corridor – who knows, she might come back for seconds?
Manchester by the Sea
A restrained exploration of grief, with exceptionally strong performances from Michelle Williams and Casey Affleck, Manchester by the Sea is the most moving film of the year.