Reviews

Film

The Substance- Film Review

“This film captures some truly repulsive moments with its striking imagery and invasive sound design… the aesthetics of the film are a real treat for body horror fans.”

Amy Bogue gives us a review of horror film The Substance.

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Music

Echo Fold “Said & Done”- Single review

“Echo Fold is capable of being a versatile band whilst still maintaining their cultivated sound and image, something that is a big draw for both old and new audience…”

Adelaide reviews the newest single from Dublin-based band, Echo Fold.

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Film

Poorly Chosen Narratives- Chevalier Review

“The more interesting parts of Joseph Bologne’s life, his role in the French revolution despite being a nobleman, are left to be epilogue to the hour and forty-minute feature. The audience is instead met with a drab love story between the Chevalier and the quaint singer, Marie-Josephine de Montalembert.”

Adelaide talks about 2022 film, Chevalier.

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Film

How to Continue a Franchise- Alien: Romulus Review

“Alien: Romulus is rife with hints and clear indicators of where the story is going but as a fan of the films, I found that these were not met with sighs from over predictability, instead they drew out excitement for where I knew the film was going to go.”

Adelaide reviews the latest instalment in the Alien franchise, Alien: Romulus

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Literature

The Secret Life of Insects — Review

The Secret Life of Insects features some of Bernardo Esquinca’s most critically acclaimed short fiction from the last two decades, as well as original stories…

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Culture Music

Electric Picnic Review 2024- The Good, The Bad and The Downright Messy 

“By the end of the weekend it was clear that every bit of eccentricity and excitement that came from Electric Picnic had come from the Irish, whether they be performers or audience. ”

Adam discusses his time at Electric Picnic 2024 in Stradbally.

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Music

Echo Fold “Acceptance”- Single Review

“Whether you are someone who likes to dive into lyrical composition or just feel things out with the melody, this song will work for you.”

Adelaide reviews Dublin-based band Echo Fold’s latest single, Acceptance.

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Literature

Fragile Animals- Literature Review

“With a penchant for the macabre, Genevieve Jagger… defies genre conventions so deftly and with such certainty, that readers may be shocked to learn that this is the author’s first venture into long form writing”

Lauren reviews “Fragile Animals” by author Genevieve Jagger.

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Music

Annisya: “Pick Up”- Single Review

“The track… utilises elements from hip-hop, R&B and afrobeats… This mix of musical elements almost begs for the song to be listened to whilst laid back with a fruity cocktail in hand.”

Adam reviews the latest single, “Pick Up”, from artist Annisya

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Music

The King of Disco-Punk Takes Malahide Castle: LCD Soundsystem Gig Review

“LCD Soundsystem’s show was an absolute spectacle, living up to the hype with a performance that left me in awe. The audience, a mix of varying ages, was treated to a perfect blend of high-energy anthems with ethereal disco melodies, creating an unforgettable music journey.”

This week, Emma reviews LCD Soundsystem’s biggest solo gig to date that took place at Malahide Castle.

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