Film
'Film is like a fluid glass of water. It changes shape and evaporates a bit': An interview with stop-motion filmmaker Leo Wright
An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Leo Wright’s upcoming stop motion short film: The Dudley Bug
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Books
The Kneale Inheritance & New Voices in Horror: Headpress' 35th anniversary extravaganza
Two events of the day - the work of Nigel Kneale and student-made short horror film The Shedding
Books
Music from the Margins & Sex Murder Art: Headpress' 35th anniversary extravaganza
Two events of the day - obscure, bizarre music and the films of Jörg Buttgereit with Headpress founder David Kerekes
Film
Letterboxd: Exposing student habits and opinions on 'the social network for film lovers'
How do students use Letterboxd and how do they feel about the platform?
Books
From counterculture to pop culture: The story of indie publisher Headpress Books
The Manchester-founded company celebrates its 35th anniversary this year
Film
Manchester Film Festival: Animated Shorts (28th March)
From plasticine pigs to crime-fighting cats: highlights of the animated short films at Manchester Film Festival.
Books
AI and the publishing industry: Can human creativity keep up?
I contacted three independent publishers to garner their views on AI and discover how it is impacting the industry.
Film
28 Days Later and beyond: A comparative review
The post-apocalyptic zombie horror film 28 Days Later began a franchise 23 years ago that has recently been revived, but is it worth watching the new releases?
Features
Museum practice with Dr Campbell Price: Ancient Egyptian mummies and repatriation
I spoke to a curator about his role at the museum, the ethicality of displaying mummified remains, and the value of returning items to their communities of origin
Lifestyle
Junk journalling: A low-cost hobby that transforms trash into treasured memories
What is junk journalling, how do you get into it, and why should you do it?
Lifestyle
Spotlight on Withington: the student scene south of Fallowfield
A lot of people new to Manchester have yet to hear of the ideal student spot Withington — an underrated area for a fun day or night out
Lifestyle
Finding your party theme and how to host
Learn how to make your house party unforgettable with a bit of preparation and an exciting theme