Esther Lafferty
277 posts
Star Wars, Andor 2 and their political parallels
Since its very conception, Star Wars has been political. Now Andor will take on Trump 2.0 says Dan Golding
April 29, 2025
Why Hollywood is finally taking horror films seriously
Until recently the horror genre has largely been unrecognised by award bodies, says Reece Goodall. This is changing
April 29, 2025
How to make getting out of bed easier
Trudi Meehan suggests four ways to get out of bed in the morning – and beat grogginess
April 28, 2025
The beauty of ‘pradup mook’: Thai mother-of-pearl inlay
Nicholas Zarb shares his fascination for Thai mother-of-pearl, which he learns is unique in terms of subject matter and technique
April 27, 2025
We need to stop pretending AI is intelligent
It is not human but it’s convincing. "And nothing is more dangerous than a convincing illusion," says Professor of Neurosience, Guillaume Thierry
April 27, 2025
The Stolen Girl on Disney+
This drama is an intriguing companion piece to Netflix’s Adolescence says Rachel Moseley, Professor of Film and Television Studies
April 26, 2025
Music as Memory: Why the premiere of ‘Il Grande Assedio di Malta’ matters
'Il Grande Assedio di Malta del 1565 – Nascita di Valletta' is a reflection of the cultural ties that bind us says H.E. Fabrizio Romano, Ambassador of Italy to Malta
April 24, 2025
When rock music met ancient archaeology
Craig Barker discusses the enduring power of the 1972 film 'Pink Floyd Live at Pompeii' being shown in cinemas worldwide, including Malta, from today
April 24, 2025
How Pope Francis promoted women within the church
The death of Pope Francis concludes a chapter in church history that supported women’s leadership incrementally. What now? asks Bronagh Ann McShane
April 24, 2025
How to argue without falling out – an expert guide
Jessica Robles explains what you can do to avoid a minor argument becoming a major row – whether online or face-to-face
April 23, 2025