AUTHOR: SARAH PALMER The best movie soundtrack always goes unnoticed – the first time you watch a film, the music should blend seamlessly with the emotions and actions of the main characters, providing an auditory correspondent to the splendid visuals capturing the majority of your attention. On your second or third watch, however, you may […]
The (Fe)male Gaze: Defining Cinema Without Male Control
AUTHOR: SARAH PALMER I’m sure you’ve heard of the ‘male gaze’ – applauding male celebrities and fictional characters who are “written by women” has become a popular TikTok trend based on this idea. Think Andrew Garfield, Hozier or Timothee Chalamet. The male gaze has held a monopoly on visual media for as long as it’s […]
Eurovision – An Overview
WARNING: If you (somehow) still haven’t watched or seen anything related to Eurovision 2022, there will be spoilers in this article. Read with caution. Furthermore, this only focuses on the 2022 final. This is just to keep the article short and as objective as possible. On the 14th of May, the long-awaited grand finale to […]
Creative Writing Piece – Inspired by Good Omens
AUTHOR: SARAH PALMER In a small diner not far from an entrance to the London Underground, two beings were sharing a simple lunch. This establishment’s only window, adorned with a substantive layer of fingerprints and nonspecific grease, functioned much like a confessional through its sheer mundanity. The location itself, with only a few rickety tables, […]
Creative Writing Piece – The Hidden Elf
AUTHOR: SARAH PALMER I stood at the mirror, fidgeting with the fabric around my waist, and sighed. The dress glittered in the sun, and it was more than comfortable. The yellow tones complimented my hair, and the belt brought out my eyes. Even though the hem reached the floor, it was short enough not to […]
Review of Met Gala 2022: Gilded Glamour?
AUTHOR: IRIS LEACH DOWE DISCLAIMER: This is purely based on my opinion only. Further, my comments do not reflect my judgement of the celebrities themselves, simply my judgement on their outfits. This year’s Met Gala theme was Gilded Glamour, a nod to the ‘Gilded Age’, which was a period of flashy materialism in the United […]
Director Radha Blank Brings Black Women’s Insight to the 2022 Met Gala
Above: Radha Blank (centre) at the 2022 Met Gala afterparty, photographed by Kevin Mazur for Getty Images, on behalf of The Met Museum AUTHOR: SARAH PALMER Whether you’re a regular in the world of global fashion or just eager to see who your favourite celebrity struts out on the red carpet, the Met Gala is […]
Van Gogh Alive Exhibit Review
AUTHOR: DARCY WILSON The Van Gogh Alive experience is one to remember. True to its name, the Van Gogh Alive Exhibit brings to life the art and innermost thoughts of the Post-Impressionist painter. Throughout the exhibit, you can watch how his art style changes with age and where he seeks his inspiration from. It is […]
Pride and Prejudice – Review
AUTHOR: MIRIAM COWAN Last week CGGS Drama performed Pride and Prejudice, starring Stephanie Waldron as Elizabeth Bennet and Liam Prichard as Mr. Darcy. Mrs. Yvette Riordan and Ms. Natalie Waldron were the wonderful producers and directors. The production was a massive success! All of the tickets sold out several days before the opening night last […]
Maddie Nelson’s Violin Performance
AUTHOR: ALIYA VOYLES This Tuesday’s assembly was the usual mix of updates and announcements, with the exception of a performance that effortlessly dominated the stage. Maddie Nelson, a year 10, dazzled the audience with a spectacular rendition of Zigeunerweisen (‘Gypsy Airs’). Maddie has been playing violin for around 11 years now, with her daily practices […]
Fashion Icons Through the Decades
AUTHORS: AMELIA BAKER AND ROSA MARCELO Fashion is constantly evolving. The clothing design, production, accessories, hair, and makeup have changed a lot over the past 50 years. Different cultural movements and moments in history can be seen in the trends of each decade. Looking back, we can see the women who became style icons, creating […]