Few people examine interpersonal relationships in a more profound way than film director Paul Thomas Anderson. In his most recent feature, Phantom Thread, he explores the complexity of human interactions through his characterisation of the film’s protagonist, Reynolds Woodcock, an …
Sprezzatura: Inexpensive, sustainable pasta in an oh-so-nonchalant environment
Despite teething issues, Camden Market’s newest restaurant is worth a visit, writes Alison Traynor
Wandering down Grantham Street last Tuesday, my friend and I scoured the road for several minutes in an attempt to locate Sprezzatura, Camden Market’s hyped new pasta bar. While standing on the curb, our perplexed expressions prompted a woman on …
A home away from home: Trinity’s cultural societies
Alison Traynor talks to four of Trinity’s foremost cultural societies
The year is 2019, and we are living in a dystopian horror show. A man who once described Mexican immigrants as “rapists” is the most powerful person in the world. Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, has been reelected, he has …
From astrology to politics: Exploring Trinity’s newest societies
Alison Traynor looks at the diverse selection of new societies in Trinity
This academic year Trinity is welcoming four new societies: Trinity Social Democrats, DU Astrological Society, Trinity Young Greens, and DU Rover Society. Further diversifying the already broad range of societies which the university has to offer, this quartet looks set …
Spontaneity, musical backgrounds and missing socks with Pixies
The Boston alt-rock band spoke at an event hosted by The Phil and DU Music
It would take a brave person to admit to disliking the Pixies. With acclaimed albums such as Surfer Rosa and Doolittle under their belt, the Boston band were dwelling amongst the ranks of alt-rock royalty by the late 1980s. Over …
A feast for the eyes: The IFI Documentary Festival is back and better than ever
Alison Traynor gives the lowdown on what documentaries should not be missed during this year’s festival
From September 25 to September 29, the Irish Film Institute (IFI) is hosting their annual documentary festival, which has been a beloved staple of Dublin’s cultural calendar for more than sixteen years. Sixteen documentaries will be screened in the …
Society Spotlight: The Arabesque Society
Chairperson Sara Abdulmagid chats about culture, inclusion and integration.
Trinity is home to a large variety of cultural societies which endeavour to celebrate the experiences and cultures of people from all across the globe. In a world where racist, anti-immigration rhetoric is rife, societies of this kind play an …
Irish heritage, confidence and Midsommar with Jack Reynor in the GMB
Alison Traynor reviews the Irish actor’s talk, which was facilitated by TCD Law Society and DU Film Society
This Wednesday an air of excitement was palpable, as a group of students gathered in the GMB awaiting the arrival of acclaimed Irish actor Jack Reynor. The 27-year-old, who was born in Colorado but spent his childhood in Ireland, has …
A foodie summer
As the academic year begins again, we look back on the best meals we had this summer
As the exams end in April, a sense of excitement fills the heart of the typical stressed college student, who can finally empty their backpack of books and old Fulfil bar wrappers to leave space for sunglasses, swimsuits and cameras. …
It’s time to truly talk about “rainbow housing”
The nuances of the University of Limerick’s new LGBT+ housing scheme
In July, it was announced that the University of Limerick is launching a “rainbow housing” initiative, which will provide on-campus accommodation specifically for members of the LGBT+ community and their allies. The University of Limerick is the first Irish university …