Archive for January, 2011
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The Hottie and the Nottie
By Christopher Fraser — January 25, 2011
I’ve always harboured a desire to punch Paris Hilton in her stupid face. And after seeing this film, I want to nuke the entire state of California. (Note: I won’t, because that would be bad, but I want to – part of me wants to, if only to serve the comic narrative of how much I actively dislike this film.)
Cuts to the Arts: So what?
By Emily Heggadon — January 25, 2011
The role of an artist is arguably to reflect the grain of society in a creative way. Surely this means the economic crisis should be at the forefront of their focus, in method as well as medium
Oscar Nominations 2011
By Gareth Davies — January 25, 2011
Following its 14 BAFTA, and 7 Golden Globe nominations The King’s Speech tops the pack at this years’ Oscar nominations, clocking a total of 12.
Union General Meeting sees highest voting numbers since 2008
By Hoagy Davis-Digges — January 25, 2011
All six motions have been passed from last week’s UGM, with the highest voting turnout since January 2008 of 1592 voters
Reveal the Tension
By Sarah Jilani — January 25, 2011
The Norman Rea Gallery has recently opened its doors to solo exhibiting artist Adeline De Monseignat, who into this space brings an intriguing mix of disruption and harmony
Band of the Week: Magma
By Tom Killingbeck — January 24, 2011
Resident sound-nerd Tom Killingbeck thumbs through reams of musty vinyl so you don’t have to. Here are his weekly recommendations…
The start of something great
By The Race — January 24, 2011
And so, here we go again. The blog that YUSU and BNOCs alike love to hate has returned in full swing
Morning Glory
By Christopher Fraser — January 24, 2011
Morning Glory is the sort of film that takes a compelling stand in favour of trashy television, in this case, the typical American Breakfast show
Derwent take the points against Halifax
By Henry Cowen — January 23, 2011
A second-half Xander Brinkworth strike allowed Derwent to beat Halifax 1-0 this morning as College Football returned to York
Dheir breaks Langwith hearts with winner
By Simon Bromley — January 23, 2011
A late Nick Dheir goal gave Sam Lewis’ Goodricke a 1-0 victory over a resilient Langwith
Concerted Alcuin effort defeats James
By Sam Morgan — January 23, 2011
Alcuin kicked off their term of College Football with a hard-fought 3-2 win over rivals James.
Taylor inspirational as Vanbrugh hit Wentworth for five
By Tom Shipman — January 23, 2011
College Football returned today with Phil Taylor inspiring his Vanbrugh side to a 5-0 victory over Wentworth.
The Sunday seven: shiny new toys
By Beauty Queen — January 23, 2011
Despite being happily protected by the BQ bubble, I am struck by how much change seems to take place in the month of January for everyone on campus.
Shed
By Emily Heggadon — January 22, 2011
The first Drama Barn endeavour of 2011: Shed certainly got the year off to a great start. Written and directed by Tom Crowley, and produced by Meg Henry, the set and execution of the piece was lovely, making use of the space in an effective and interesting manner, and linking the characters through their entwined pasts and estranged futures
The voices of change
By Mia de Graaf — January 22, 2011
The crisis continues but the officials are struggling to make a profound difference. Mia de Graaf asks young citizens of the Israel – Palestine conflict where their sights are set for 2011


