Satire that has lost its bite: Rowlandson at the Queen’s gallery.
Satire can be hilarious, but it usually works in the moment, as a comment about a current event. Move on to a time when that event has been forgotten and it loses its power. That […]
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Discover Arts: Visit the Uffizi and other world-class galleries at your local cinema
At last you can visit the Uffizi without leaving home Discover Arts is a season of cinema events giving access to some of the world’s most captivating galleries. The season, exclusive to cinemas, begins 14 […]
Bridge of Spies – well constructed Cold War drama rather than thriller
Mark Rylance was artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe for ten years. Seeing his name on a cast list is a good indicator of quality. Bridge of Spies is a tale of spies and behind-the-scenes negotiations for […]
Prediction for the @DSCPrize for South Asian Literature: Odysseus Abroad by @AmitChaudhuri
The DSC Prize for South Asian Literature presents $50,000 to one author from any ethnicity or nationality provided they write about South Asia and its people. Writing in regional languages is also encouraged and the prize […]