Reviews
Rojo
A well-crafted look at Argentinian society during a crucial point in the nation’s history
Thick Skin, Elastic Heart
A unique, absorbing and powerful insight into what living in today’s world can feel like
By the Grace of God
Powerful piece surrounding the cover-up of sexual abuse in the Catholic church and those seeking justice
Barber Shop Chronicles
An insightful and invigorating celebration of black culture and diversity that is both hilarious and heartbreaking
Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Replacement conductor doesn’t derail SCO’s Lammermuir Festival appearance
Somebody Else’s Song
Water From Your Eyes
Post punk group are blurring the lines between styles in their third album
Havana Moon
As close as is possible to get to the Stones’ iconic concert without boarding a flight (or a time machine)
Shaun Bythell
Confessions of a Bookseller
Life as a bookseller back under the microscope in Bythell’s follow-up which will have readers flocking to Wigtown
Frankenstein
Rona Munro’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic tale packs a powerful and terrifying punch
A Good Woman is Hard to Find
A great lead performance is easy to seek out in atmospheric revenge thriller
Soldiers of Salamina
Fact and fiction are effectively merged in Spanish Civil War tale
Roderick Williams: Schubert Song Cycles
English translation of Schubert works wonders at Lammermuir Festival