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Amy Taylor

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I'm a freelance copywriter and journalist, you can find me wherever there is coffee.

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Other Articles: 33
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Africa in Motion

AiM is back, bringing a chance to challenge any preconceived notions about African writers, directors, actors and filmmakers.

All Night Horror Madness

All Night Horror Madness proves that our love affair with horror is alive, well, and of course, growing.

Red State

Kevin Smith’s message of Christian extremism in the US gathering power is sadly eclipsed by the movie’s premature and infuriating conclusion.

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Edinburgh Mountain Film Festival

EMFF is back, giving outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, backgrounds and disciplines the chance to enjoy Scotland’s beautiful scenery, without having to leave the city.

The Woman

Refreshing, thought-provoking and containing more than a few jumps and surprises, The Woman is a must see for all horror fans.

Roadkill

SITE-SPECIFIC THEATRE

Thought-provoking, completely engaging and heartbreaking, this play is a cruel lesson in the depths of human depravity and inhumanity.

Medea’s Children

DRAMA

Lung Ha’s and Unga Klara unite in this revival of one of Sweden’s most important plays: divorce through the eyes of a child makes for a shining example of modern theatre.

The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart

THEATRE

NTS return to their very best with David Greig’s mysterious and humorous Scottish comedy dissecting ballads, national identity with a whole lot of whiskey.

Wondrous Flitting

Theatre

The Lyceum and the Traverse unite for the world premiere of Mark Thomson’s disappointing existential drama: questioning God, fate and just what happens when a holy house lands on your home in the middle of the day.

Life in Movement

A faithful film that celebrates the life and personality of the iconic dancer.

Stake Land

Jim Mickle’s gruesome vampire movie darkly depicts the collapse of modern society

The Old Dark House

Though not as scary as it probably once was, this is a piece of cinema that should be in every horror fan’s collection

El Grifo

Simple and scary, El Grifo is a real gem amongst the short films this year