Author: Ciara Connolly

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Quarantine TV Recommendations for the Loved-Up and Lonely TV editor Ciara Connolly offers romantic series suggestions for singletons and separated couples alike this quarantine season.

Illustration by Ren O’Hare   As the weeks of self-isolation drag on, being apart from your significant other (if you’re lucky enough to have one) can get harder and harder. Whether you’re planning your next Netflix Party date, or lamenting … Continue reading Quarantine TV Recommendations for the Loved-Up and Lonely TV editor Ciara Connolly offers romantic series suggestions for singletons and separated couples alike this quarantine season.

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Mental Health Depictions on TV: the Good, the Bad and the Downright Damaging Originally published in print February 2020.

In recent years, our society has made great strides in promoting mental health awareness, starting open dialogues about disorders that millions of people struggle with every day. As with any key issue, a large part of its rising popularity and … Continue reading Mental Health Depictions on TV: the Good, the Bad and the Downright Damaging Originally published in print February 2020.

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The Witcher // Biggest Show of 2019 Originally Published in Print February 2020

Drawing inspiration from a series of already successful novels and video games, Netflix’s The Witcher had big shoes to fill. Having recently been crowned the most in-demand TV show in the world by data company Parrot Analytics, it appears the … Continue reading The Witcher // Biggest Show of 2019 Originally Published in Print February 2020

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The Success of Fleabag and the Impact of the Female Voice in Comedy Phoebe Waller Bridge’s love letter to modern women is full of caustic wit not typically seen in leading heroines, paving the way for the future of female-led comedy.

For too long the baseless stereotype that “women simply aren’t funny”, or rather, “women are not as funny as men”, has been allowed to stifle the creativity and progress of the entertainment industry. The recent resurgence of female-led shows, like … Continue reading The Success of Fleabag and the Impact of the Female Voice in Comedy Phoebe Waller Bridge’s love letter to modern women is full of caustic wit not typically seen in leading heroines, paving the way for the future of female-led comedy.

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A Decade of Marvel As the Marvel Cinematic Universe turns ten years old, we look back at some gems.

It’s safe to say that hearts have not yet mended since the release of Avengers: Infinity War, a cinematic event packed with destruction, resulting in dire consequences for some of our favourite characters. “Mr. Stark, I don’t feel so good,” … Continue reading A Decade of Marvel As the Marvel Cinematic Universe turns ten years old, we look back at some gems.