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We Chat to 400 Rabbits Manager Julien Latil About the Venue’s History, Kiefer Sutherland, and the Social Media Story That Went Viral

400 Rabbits - the bar where Aztec mythology, tequila and mezcal come together to provide a unique experience for visitors. We chat...

LeftLion Screen Podcast #5 - The Road Dance Director Richie Adams, the Best Summer Blockbusters of 2022 and More

27 May 22

60 Years Later: The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

25 May 22

The film that united silver screen legends John Ford and James Stewart remains a classic of the Western genre…

Out of Time: How Nottingham Estate Owner Lord Carnarvon Supported the Excavation of Tutankhamun’s Tomb

25 May 22

There wasn’t anything particularly special about the reign of Tutankhamun. He held the throne for barely a decade, dying before the age of twenty after he succumbed to what has been speculated to be a leg fracture sustained during a chariot accident. So why, more than three millennia after his death, does his name remain arguably the most well-known (rivalled only by Cleopatra) from Ancient Egyptian history? The answer lies in an expedition, funded by Nottingham estate owner Lord Carnarvon, to excavate his tomb in the twenties - an expedition that led to the mysterious deaths of many involved, including Carnarvon himself…

Film Review: Benediction

25 May 22

Starring Nottingham's own Tom Blyth, this new film from Terence Davies is interesting, but not overwhelmingly successful...

Overheard in Notts

24 May 22

This month's ramblings include cheese chat, smashing similes and dark duck talk... 

Film Review: Miracle Valley & The Room Double Bill

23 May 22

Oh hi, Mark – Miriam Blakemore-Hoy reviews Broadway’s Greg Sestero double bill, featuring a live Q and A with the actor himself…

Film Review: Everything Everywhere All at Once

22 May 22

It's received rave reviews, but is Everything Everywhere All at Once worth the hype? Read the fifth and eighth letters of the eighth word in this sell text... 

5 Fun Things to Do in Nottingham This Week: Dot to Dot Festival, the Great British Cheese Club and More

22 May 22

Years & Years, Alfie Templeman and Bob Vylan are all coming to Notts...

The Thompsons on Greek Mythology, the Queen's Jubilee and the Invictus Games

22 May 22

Nottingham's most opinionated grocers on...

Notts CrossFit Athlete and Coach Lucy Campbell Discusses Women in Strength Training and Putting Two Fingers Up to Stereotypes

21 May 22

Combining strength training, gymnastics and high intensity workouts, Nottingham’s CrossFit box has attracted quite a cult following. We caught up with CrossFit athlete and coach Lucy Campbell to talk about women in strength training, the camaraderie of group workouts and letting go of weight-loss goals…

We Hear All About the Hustle Collective’s Brand New Film Group, Hustle Cinematic

20 May 22

We chat to the Hustle Collective’s Christine Katerere about their new film movement Hustle Cinematic, and how they’re hoping to encourage societal change through the immersive, boundary-smashing world of cinema…

Gig Review: The Charlatans at Rock City

19 May 22

Suspended Portals: Notts Graphic Artist Amy Lee Young's New Work Opens at Butter + Sugar

17 May 22

Having opened to the public on Saturday 14 May, Suspended Portals is the new exhibition of mixed media artwork from Nottingham graphic artist, Amy Lee Young...

Film Review: The Lost City

17 May 22

First off, let’s be honest, who doesn’t dream about Channing Tatum coming to their rescue? And filmmakers have finally decided to make a movie about it? Fabulous! But is it quite as good as you’d expect?

Notts Art Collective INSTAR Dig Into the Role Flora and Fauna Have Played in Our Collective Cultural Past

17 May 22

From modern tales like The Princess and the Frog, through to ancient literature in the form of The Epic of Gilgamesh, humans have been fascinated by the wonders of mythical flora and fauna. Yet our natural world is perhaps more incredible than anything in a fairy tale…

8 of the Best Films Based on True Stories

16 May 22

We may have looked into mythology for the latest issue of the magazine, but these films are based on nothing but cold, hard truths...

Film Review: The Velvet Queen

16 May 22

In search of the elusive snow leopard, writer Sylvain Tesson and wildlife photographer Vincent Munier traverse the Tibetan Highlands in this quietly captivating documentary...

5 Great Things to Do in Nottingham This Week: UB40, Lockdown Diaries and More

16 May 22

From theatre shows like Dreamgirls to Notts literature icons like Sue Cheung, we've got an exciting week coming up in our city...

20 Years Later: Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

16 May 22

It's regarded as one of the most disappointing blockbusters of all time, but has Attack of the Clones merely been misunderstood?

We Chat to David Gill, One of the Last Remaining Blacksmiths in Nottinghamshire

15 May 22

From forging the hammer of Thor, the Norse god of thunder himself, to creating the ploughs that drove the British Agricultural Revolution, blacksmiths have played a crucial role in human history for millenia. Yet now there are only around 600 left in the entirety of the UK. We chat to David Gill, one of the last remaining blacksmiths in Notts, about the importance of the practice, what drew him to his line of work, and why interest in the craft is on the rise…

Exhibition Review: Ancient Iraq, New Discoveries

14 May 22

The British Museum touring exhibition, Ancient Iraq: New Discoveries, arrives in Nottingham at Djanogly Gallery. Unseen collections of Ancient Iraqi artefacts and treasures are finally on display. But, as the British Museum finds itself embroiled in accusations of appropriation and stolen collections, a huge question hangs over the exhibition: is this enough to repair the museum’s image? 

Campaigners Launch Petition for Safe Active Travel Route From Sherwood to West Bridgford

13 May 22

Nottingham’s North-South travel route - stretching from Sherwood to suburban West Bridgford - is notoriously geared towards motor vehicles, with safety concerns and pollution deterring many wishing to use more environmentally friendly options. As a result, campaigners have launched a petition this week calling for a dedicated safe route to make it safer for those. Catherine Mayhew, one of the locals behind the calls, explains why it’s so important…

Shop Kilo is Returning to Nottingham Trent Students' Union - We Learn More About It

12 May 22

When you were a kid, not much could beat the excitement of a pick and mix, and Shop Kilo brings the same excitement to the world of vintage shopping through its nationwide kilo sale events. One of which is taking place here in Nottingham on Saturday 14 May. Ahead of the event, we catch up with Amy Rowell from the Shop Kilo team to find out more about this exciting new way of sustainable shopping, and just why Nottingham is always top of their list for their events…

The Kooks Drummer Alex Nunez on his Notts heritage, Prince and playing Meadowlands next month...

11 May 22

Ahead of their top slot at the city’s newest festival - Meadowlands - on Friday 3 June, we speak to The Kooks drummer Alex Nunez about his Notts lineage, Prince and touring the world…
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