Clebar

Llwyddiant rhyfeddol Parasite; cyfle i’r Cymry efelychu’r un llwyddiant?

Gan Llion Carbis ÔÇ£Gwlad beirdd a chantorion, enwogion o friÔǪÔÇØ fel maeÔÇÖr anthem yn datgan. Mae gan Gymru gwledd o unigolion creadigol i gynnig eu doniau iÔÇÖr byd, yn enwedig yn y maes ffilm a theledu. Ategir hyn gan enwebiadau diweddar yr Oscars gyda Jonathan Pryce ac Anthony Hopkins yn cael eu enwebi am y ffilm The Two Popes. Serch hynny, nid yw Cymru yn … Continue reading Llwyddiant rhyfeddol Parasite; cyfle i’r Cymry efelychu’r un llwyddiant?

Indigo Jones
Culture

Stories Told by the Media

Words by Muskan Arora From listening to the radio to having our news a few touches away, media has rapidly grown to be the biggest storyteller. Mostly, our perception of any event that has happened across the world is influenced by the way media platforms project it. Media chooses what should be consumed by the reader and vice versa. As a media student, I understand … Continue reading Stories Told by the Media

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Culture

Life Lessons from ‘Sex Education’

The popular Netflix series ‘Sex Education’ raises a variety of issues associated with sex, family, and relationships. Some of these are everyday problems we all face and although often presented with hyperbolic or comedic effect, teach us a lot about the more awkward aspects of life. What it is all about For those who have not watched ‘Sex Education,’ it follows the journey of underdog … Continue reading Life Lessons from ‘Sex Education’

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Fashion

Ivy Park X Adidas: A Review

By Rowan Davies In the decorative village of Crenshaw, Los Angeles; an indestructible Beyonc├® cascades from a crystal blue Californian sky in the fresh ad campaign for her collaboration with Adidas. It is on a very rare occasion that we as a society are presented with such a singular influential force that has the ability to capture our immediate attention and pause every moment in … Continue reading Ivy Park X Adidas: A Review

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Clebar

Dydd San Ffolant yng Nghaerdydd

Gan Si├ón Jones Mae Dydd San Ffolant yn ddiwrnod hudol, diwrnod i ddathlu cariad rhwng partneriaid, aelodau teulu a ffrindiau ehangach. MaeÔÇÖr diwrnod yn cael ei ddathlu ym myd-eang, a miliynau o bobl yn gymer bwys yn eu bywydau prysur er mwyn cryfhau eu perthnasoedd efoÔÇÖr rhai mwyaf pwysig yn eu calonnau. Ar gyfer Dydd San Ffolant eleni, rydw i wedi creu rhestr eang o … Continue reading Dydd San Ffolant yng Nghaerdydd

Indigo Jones
Culture

Interview: The Story of Cardiff Artist – Jian Chen’s Fine Art

by Nicole Rees-Williams. Considering Q3 is currently focusing on the theme of ÔÇÿStories,ÔÇÖ it is absolutely necessary to consider the story behind individuals in the creative field. Becoming an artist is essentially becoming a storyteller. Each picture could hold a meaning that you would never know upon your own first glancing, and this is what makes art such a fascinating form of storytelling. We were … Continue reading Interview: The Story of Cardiff Artist – Jian Chen’s Fine Art

nicolereeswilliams
Film & TV

Review: Jojo Rabbit

By Denise Dogan Taika Waititi recently won an Oscar for most adapted screenplay in the recent award show that took place in February for his amazing film Jojo Rabbit. His screenplay deservedly won this title as it underlined so many issues that took place in Nazi Germany. Nonetheless, this does not mean it was a flawless film. When I started watching Jojo Rabbit, I couldnÔÇÖt … Continue reading Review: Jojo Rabbit

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Features

Cardiff’s Study Spaces

As our spring term assessments begin to creep up, we asked our contributors to reveal their favourite study spaces…but keep them quiet! Courtney Moody on Juno Lounge, Roath Juno Lounge is a quirky caf├® bar situated in the heart of bustling Roath in the centre of Cardiff. The lounge is formed of quirky d├®cor and a laid-back vibe, providing a complimentary space for study with comfy sofas and pine tables, allowing easy access to … Continue reading Cardiff’s Study Spaces

Rhianna Hurren-Myers
Download, Video Games

Games and Minds: The Duality of Gaming and Mental Health

By Mike OÔÇÖBrien Since the NES infiltrated households in the 80s, gaming has been assailed for its corrosive effects on our precious youth. In the aftermath of the Columbine High School massacre, journalists were all too keen to emphasise Eric HarrisÔÇÖ hobby of developing custom levels for DOOM, a graphic first-person shooter. When Anders Breivik murdered eight people in Oslo and another 69 in Ut├©ya, … Continue reading Games and Minds: The Duality of Gaming and Mental Health

Mike O'Brien
Film & TV

Sex Education Season 2: Growing Pains

By Stephanie Israel The Netflix Original, Sex Education, has risen to popularity since the second season came out earlier this year. In all honesty, I wasnÔÇÖt aware of the existence of the show until I saw the massive character portraits plastered all over Cathays and the plethora of Facebook posts about students being extras on the show. I wasnÔÇÖt all that interested in another high-school … Continue reading Sex Education Season 2: Growing Pains

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Culture

Repainting Barbie Dolls; A new artistic trend or pointless vandalism?

By Harriet Lowbridge The fad of repainting Barbie dolls came about in the early ÔÇÖ00s. People have been cleaning off and recreating the faces and bodies of Barbie dolls, Bratz dolls, and Monster High dolls. You want it, you can probably find it. The dolls give people the chance to express themselves, break away from social stereotypes and create realistic dolls in the image of … Continue reading Repainting Barbie Dolls; A new artistic trend or pointless vandalism?

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Film & TV

You Season 2: What is Life Without Love?

By Cicely McFarlane Dark thrillers have stormed Netflix over the past year or so, it is the obsession from the viewers that gives this genre such high expectations. ÔÇÿYouÔÇÖ follows the story of Joe Goldberg, who through falling in love with various female leads, becomes besotted to the point of obsession. As we follow Joe’s narration throughout season two you once again hear how it … Continue reading You Season 2: What is Life Without Love?

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Fashion

Stella McCartney X Adidas: A Review

By Sarah Harris I am the girl who will end up wearing trainers under my wedding dress. My most coveted item of clothing is my Alexander McQueen X Puma Disc trainers that I got given as a present in 2015. ThatÔÇÖs when my fascination behind collaborations began. Over the last decade, weÔÇÖve seen a huge rise in fashion collaborations, from Versace X H&M in 2011 … Continue reading Stella McCartney X Adidas: A Review

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Columnist

ValentineÔÇÖs Day: The Marmite Holiday

Phoebe Grinter – Columnistgrinterpm@cardiff.ac.uk As ValentineÔÇÖs Day has crept round once again, I discuss my love-hate relationship with this commercial holiday. Here we are again: ValentineÔÇÖs Day, the most Marmite day of the year. The mere words ÔÇÿValentineÔÇÖs DayÔÇÖ make me feel indifferent. IÔÇÖve never been one to celebrate ValentineÔÇÖs Day, whether I was seeing someone or not. This isnÔÇÖt necessarily because I have had … Continue reading ValentineÔÇÖs Day: The Marmite Holiday

Phoebe Grinter
Features

Valentine’s Day – It’s Just Not That Big A Deal

By Alex Channing ItÔÇÖs inevitable that anyone who isnÔÇÖt in a relationship this ValentineÔÇÖs Day is going to feel a degree of frustration. Some more than others, but I truly think everyone will at least slightly. People around us in relationships are getting excited and passionate about all the ways they can show affection to their other half. Gifts, roses, dates, chocolates, fancy restaurants, breakfast … Continue reading Valentine’s Day – It’s Just Not That Big A Deal

Rhianna Hurren-Myers
Culture

A Murder Is Announced | Theatre Review

By Pratiksha Pathak Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà NO SPOILERS ARE INCLUDED IN THIS REVIEW There was a time when people would wait patiently, with unwavering curiosity, for the next murder mystery by Agatha Christie. Although that time has passed, the novels still generate similar interest, making them popular even today. As a result of this interest, even decades later, the novels are being adapted … Continue reading A Murder Is Announced | Theatre Review

Sofia Brizio
Music

We Should All Pay More Attention to the Australian Music Scene

By Emily Jade Ricalton Each country has a different representation of ÔÇÿmusicÔÇÖ. Each representation can differ depending on the style they are fascinated on. But, the majority of the time, as music fans, all we do is talk about the same movements, subcultures and industries over and over again. And, I can tell you one thing, Britpop isnÔÇÖt as great as we make it out … Continue reading We Should All Pay More Attention to the Australian Music Scene

Kate Waldock
Culture

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2020 | Preview

The Banff Mountain Film Festival is back for 2020 with a brand new selection of adventure films! With events all across the UK and Ireland until the 26th of May, the festival brings you the most inspirational stories told through stunning cinematography from the wildest corners of the planet. The short films are a must-watch for anyone who loves adventures, and every evening is ÔÇ£a … Continue reading Banff Mountain Film Festival 2020 | Preview

Sofia Brizio