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UK's Best History Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.

Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.

Jaws at 50: How Spielberg's Film Changed Cinema Forever

As Steven Spielberg's iconic blockbuster 'Jaws' celebrates its 50th anniversary, we explore how the groundbreaking thriller not only terrified audiences but forever changed the film industry and catapulted its young director to legendary status.

High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival

A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.

Claire Denis' 'The Fence': A Divisive Masterpiece?

Acclaimed director Claire Denis returns with the controversial 'The Fence', a brutal and unflinching exploration of colonial guilt and violence starring Juliette Binoche. Our review delves into the film's polarising impact.

Ralph Fiennes' Haunting Triumph in 'The Choral'

Ralph Fiennes delivers a tour de force performance in 'The Choral', a poignant and unsettling British drama exploring trauma, memory, and the elusive nature of truth. Discover why this film is set to be a defining moment in his acclaimed career.

Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £195,000

A piece of cinema history has sold for a record-breaking £195,000 at a British auction house, as the original Darth Vader lightsaber prop from 'The Empire Strikes Back' finds a new dark lord.

Secret portrait suggests Shakespeare had a male lover

A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar

Russia Turns Fairy Tales Into War Propaganda, Film-Maker Reveals

Oscar-nominated producer Alexander Rodnyansky exposes Russia's state-funded cinema industry, revealing how classic fairy tales are being weaponised as pro-war propaganda to indoctrinate the nation's youth amidst an unprecedented cultural purge.

Lost Exorcist Sequel 'The Heretic' Uncovered in New Documentary

A new documentary uncovers the shocking story behind John Boorman's ill-fated 1977 Exorcist sequel, 'The Heretic', featuring never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews that reveal why this cinematic disaster was buried for decades.

Venice Film Festival 2023: Stars Arrive in Spectacular Style

The 80th Venice International Film Festival commenced in spectacular style as Hollywood A-listers, European royalty, and global cinema icons descended upon the Lido for the opening night gala. Get the full report on the glamorous arrivals, stunning fashio

Paws at the Pictures: The Rise of Dog-Friendly Cinema

Discover how dog-friendly cinema screenings are transforming the UK's cultural landscape, offering a perfect night out for you and your four-legged friend. From special 'doggyvision' films to booming community events, find out why this trend is fetching r

Willem Dafoe's 'Late Fame': A Masterful Portrait of Ageing

Academy Award-nominee Willem Dafoe delivers a tour-de-force performance in 'Late Fame', a poignant and darkly funny film exploring the struggles of an ageing actor in New York City. Read our exclusive review of this cinematic triumph.

The tragic true story behind Ferrari's famous logo

The iconic Ferrari prancing horse emblem has a poignant and heroic origin story, born from a national tragedy and a mother's enduring love. Discover the First World War tale that led to the creation of a motoring legend.

Pedro Pascal Replaces Joaquin Phoenix in Gay Romance Film

Hollywood star Pedro Pascal steps into a leading role opposite Paul Mescal in the highly anticipated LGBTQ+ romance 'The History of Sound', following Joaquin Phoenix's departure from the project. Filming preparations are underway.

Venice Film Festival 2025 Embraces Immersive XR Cinema

The 2025 Venice Film Festival unveils a groundbreaking 'Expanded Reality' strand, showcasing immersive VR and AR films that are set to redefine the very essence of cinematic narrative and audience experience.

1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Untold British Story

Exclusive oral history reveals the gritty, against-all-odds making of the 1990 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' film. Discover how a dark, independent British-backed production defied Hollywood to become a global box office phenomenon.

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