Alex Paine

Before Freud explored psychology, he explored the reproductive system of eels...

From a city to a home, why is Newcastle so important to us......

It's time to meet The Muppets (again)..!...

Our Film sub-editor looks back at January, when he was so busy or ill that he kind of forgot to drink alcohol......

What does the Education for Life 2030+ strategy mean for students in 2026?...

This Film Sub-Editor was lucky enough to see Ben Wheatley's strangest film to date at Tyneside Cinema......

80s music and Stranger Things go hand-in-hand when it comes to making memorable TV......

Reflecting on his influential career and lasting impact on film, we celebrate Rob Reiner in the wake of his death....

One of our writers showcases their favourite indie studios........

The importance of fashion in this dystopian film's worldbuilding......

A weekend where passion meets the big screen......

Turns out a little feed refresh is all that stands between doomscrolling and your daily dose of inspiration......

Tyneside Cinema brings world-class cinema to our doorsteps once again......

Newcastle University has climbed up 13 places to 144th in the World, its highest ranking in three years....

Should you relax or lock-in during reading week?...

Alex Paine writes about his experience of the Stockton International Riverside Festival, and the impact it has had on his culture and identity....

Newcastle University alumni Joe Molander chats to us about their short film and the creative scene in the North East......

Ready to explore the Toon's most beloved independent cinema?...