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‘Rosie’ film review

October 28, 2018 By SIN Staff

‘Rosie’ film review

By Sarah Gill “We're not homeless ... we're just lost.” This poignant and deeply affecting film serves as a visualisation of the Irish housing crisis, giving a face and a pulse to the anonymous battle of so many people. Pálás Cinema invited SIN to a screening of this beautiful and moving tale before its initial release. One family's 36 - hour struggle to secure a safe … [Read more...] about ‘Rosie’ film review

Lady Bird: a refreshing addition to the coming-of-age genre

April 12, 2018 By SIN Staff

Lady Bird: a refreshing addition to the coming-of-age genre

The intricacies of the mother and daughter relationship are explored expertly in Greta Gerwig’s directorial debut Lady Bird. Christine or Lady Bird, as she calls herself, longs to be different. She wants to be popular and cool, and her ‘squeezed’ middle class family can’t provide the funds for the lavish lifestyle she desires. She clashes with her mother Marion … [Read more...] about Lady Bird: a refreshing addition to the coming-of-age genre

What makes a successful female-led show?

February 24, 2018 By SIN Staff

What makes a successful female-led show?

Derry Girls has taken the small screen by storm. Written and produced by Lisa McGee, a Derry native, the show has received rave reviews from viewers and critics alike. But what is it about this female-led show that is a success? There have been many tv shows and films headed by women that have fallen far short of our expectations. Most notably, the Ghostbusters remake … [Read more...] about What makes a successful female-led show?

Romantic movies to cuddle up in front of this St Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2018 By SIN Staff

Romantic movies to cuddle up in front of this St Valentine’s Day

Happy St Valentine's Day. Maybe you want to find a great romantic movie to watch with your friends, that special someone, or even maybe just by yourself because you deserve self-love too and me-time and a rom-com go hand in hand. Whoever you find yourself with, here’s some great love stories from the silver screen for you to enjoy. Coco Pixar’s latest effort isn’t an … [Read more...] about Romantic movies to cuddle up in front of this St Valentine’s Day

Movie Review: The Space Between Us

March 13, 2017 By SIN Staff

Movie Review: The Space Between Us

Oh, I know, I know. Reviewing this movie? During Oscar-worthy-movie season? How dare I? But, alas, I come bearing sense. You’ll all see a gazillion reviews on each of those – shall we say – more accolade-worthy films. What you won’t read is anything on the latest chick flick to bless our screens, and I know how many of you would prefer that anyway. Well, that, and I … [Read more...] about Movie Review: The Space Between Us

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