BlacKkKlansman takes out Cannes Grand Prix, Grand Wizards to follow

BlacKkKlansman

Spike Lee's forthcoming flick, BlacKkKlansman has taken out second place in its run at this year's Cannes Film Festival. Loosely based on the real life Ron Stallworth's autobiography, the film blends the intense social upheaval of civil rights in the 70's and the current volatile cultural landscape. Lee has applaudably woven the 70's based film and subject matter, with … Continue reading BlacKkKlansman takes out Cannes Grand Prix, Grand Wizards to follow

‘Queendom’ Come: AURORA’s ethereal music clip

Norwegian singer-songwriter AURORA has perfectly embodied the strength and momentum of 2018 female empowerment in the official clip for her latest bop, 'Queendom'. And is it just me, or is it now the norm for music videos to be on par with full-scale, Oscar-worthy productions? 'Queendom' transforms what looks to be a derelict warehouse into … Continue reading ‘Queendom’ Come: AURORA’s ethereal music clip

Westworld S02E01: The blind leading the blind

In case you've somehow evaded social media for the past week, Westworld made it's long-awaited return yesterday. As per usj, the cinematography was breathtaking, Evan Rachel Wood's complexion was enviably dewy, and the episode left me with more questions than Bernard Black trying to do his taxes. Alas, a sentient Delores, I am not; so I'll … Continue reading Westworld S02E01: The blind leading the blind

‘Awake’ in Wonderland: A Review

Alison Wonderland 'Awake'

Alison Wonderland's sophomore album Awake dropped into our hot little laps last Friday, and I've been chomping at the mother-flying bit to review this record! And so, now that I'm (temporarily) free of my hospitality shackles - let's press play, shall we? Awake kicks off with an EDM-enhanced cello solo (played by Wonderland, herself); the passionate strings … Continue reading ‘Awake’ in Wonderland: A Review

Cusack cures our Rick & Morty withdrawals with Ciggy Butt Brain-flavoured ‘Bushworld Adventures’

Rick & Morty Bushworld Adventures

Alert the inter-dimensional authorities, Rick and Morty are back! In what appears to be an elaborate April Fools prank, Adult Swim have joined forces with Aussie animator Michael Cusack to bring thirsty Rickmo fans a slice of their fave animation... albeit, with the distinct flava-flav of stubbies and menthols. Michael Cusack, the Aussie battler behind YouTube … Continue reading Cusack cures our Rick & Morty withdrawals with Ciggy Butt Brain-flavoured ‘Bushworld Adventures’

Donald Glover gets the last laugh, delivers hilarious Deadpool script slamming industry racism over series canning

Absolute wildcard of a human being, Donald Glover, has taken to Twitter to share his disappointment in the mid-production cancellation of his Deadpool animated series. The animated series was yet another lucrative bag on the arm of the seriously talented rapper/ actor/ comedian/ director/ writer/ every-occupation-under-the-sun-you-name-it-Donald's-probably-done-it. The highly anticipated series was kicked to the curb … Continue reading Donald Glover gets the last laugh, delivers hilarious Deadpool script slamming industry racism over series canning