Culture

How queuing for stuff became just as important as buying it

In 2024, the almighty queue became a signifier of cool in and of itself – a palatable, scene-y symbol of consumerism, whether you're queuing for pints, burgers or clothes. Nowhere is that more apparent than at fashion sample sales. Get in line…

Andrea Arnold always wanted to make Bird

The new film from the queen of indie cinema features luminous performances from Barry Keoghan, Franz Rogowski and newcomer Nykiya Adams. The director tells us about making magic with limited time and resources, and her knack for chronicling the comedown of growing up.

Inside Maya Jama’s riotous Halloween party

The spooky bash to end them all took place last night, and Maya – dressed as Beetlejuice's "unruly niece" – gave us a glimpse into everything that went down. Keep scrolling... if you dare.

Is Anora the best film of the year?

We certainly think so. Sean Baker’s rollicking, Palme d’Or-winning, Mikey Madison-starring film is the wildest of rides – the actor and director tell us all about it.

Going out guide: Bristol

Featuring the city's best club night, rappers, DJs, pubs and morning after breakfast spots, all recommended by a local.

Going out guide: Manchester

Here are the city's best club nights, record shops, rappers, DJs, pubs and morning after breakfast spots, all recommended by a local.

How to change your mind about psychics

London Film Festival: Lana Wilson, the director behind Taylor Swift doc Miss Americana, turns her camera onto seven New York psychics in Look Into My Eyes. You’ll be dead surprised by the results.

The one woman show about a life turned upside down

Calla Henkel and Max Pitegoff, founders of LA's subversive New Theater Hollywood, interview Kalena Yiaueki about her new play Personal Inventory, which sees her reckon with family secrets following unexpected 23andMe results.

How San Marino made history

Ahead of this evening’s match against Gibraltar, one writer recounts the night he spent with the Brigata – the devoted ultra fans of Fifa’s lowest ranked team.

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