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FilmJustin Kurzel on True History of the Kelly Gang
George MacKay plays Aussie folk hero/villain Ned Kelly in the latest attempt to tell the Kelly Gang's story on the big screen. Director Justin Kurzel tells us why he was somewhat daunted to take on the project, and why he wanted MacKay for the role Read more »| 28 Feb 2020 -
Food And DrinkNice Times Bakery, Edinburgh
The new bakery from the team behind Edinburgh favourite Lovecrumbs is an oasis of pastel colours and impeccable pastries Read more »| 28 Feb 2020 -
FilmRun
Scott Graham’s third feature follows a petrol-head who was born to run, but instead never left his small fishing village in Scotland Read more »| 28 Feb 2020 -
FilmSon-Mother
A single mother of two is offered a heartbreaking choice in this graceful, understated work from Iranian filmmaker Mahnaz Mohammadi Read more »| 28 Feb 2020 -
MusicThe Great Eastern: new Edinburgh music festival announced
BEAK>, Free Love, Warmduscher, BC Camplight, Broken Records, Penelope Isles and Rachel Sermanni amongst the first wave of acts announced for inaugural Edinburgh festival, The Great Eastern Read more »| 28 Feb 2020 -
FilmStanding Up, Falling Down
Billy Crystal and Ben Schwartz retread well-worn odd-couple territory in this slight but charming comedy Read more »| 27 Feb 2020
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Food And DrinkRad Apples: Dundee's new vegan hotspot
Dundee's new vegan joint, Rad Apples aims to bring its punk ethos and strong community spirit to the city Read more »| 27 Feb 2020 -
FilmAbout Endlessness
Swedish absurdist Roy Andersson returns with another series of bittersweet sketches that both amuse and move in equal measure Read more »| 27 Feb 2020 -
FilmTrue History of the Kelly Gang
Australian director Justin Kurzel does the Ned Kelly story justice in this uneven but daring film starring George Mackay as the legendary outlaw Read more »| 27 Feb 2020 -
FilmThe Painted Bird
The Painted Bird might be difficult to endure, but even harder to ignore Read more »| 27 Feb 2020 -
BooksLosing Eden by Lucy Jones
A deep dive into our relationship into the natural world, Lucy Jones' book could well be life-changing Read more »| 27 Feb 2020 -
Things To DoWhat's On Scotland 27 Feb-5 Mar: Dundee Women's Festival & more
Start celebrating International Women's Day early in Dundee, nonetheless, as Dundee Women's Festival begins this weekend. Plus, IberoDocs host screenings across Edinburgh and Glasgow, Timedance's 5 year anniversary tour lands in Glasgow and more... Read more »| 27 Feb 2020
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FilmCook F**k Kill
Cook F**k Kill has an arresting opening, but as it moves through its repeating narrative chapters, there's the distinct feeling of diminishing returns Read more »| 26 Feb 2020 -
TheatreDenise Mina on Mrs Puntila and her man Matti
Award-winning Scottish crime writer Denise Mina speaks to the Skinny about gender swapping and power misuse in her latest work, Mrs Puntila and her man Matti, an adaptation of Brecht’s master and servant comedy Read more »| 26 Feb 2020 -
FilmPatrick
Peaky Blinders director Tim Mielants makes his feature debut with Patrick, a Coen-esque caper centred on a nudist camp's handyman and his missing tool Read more »| 26 Feb 2020 -
MusicJupiter Rising 2020: first artists announced
Auntie Flo, Free Love, Hen Ogledd, Penelope Isles, Linder Sterling and the Glasgow Zine Library all feature in the first announcement for 2020's Jupiter Rising Read more »| 26 Feb 2020