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Checkbox liberalism is ruining film & TV

Can liberalism ever go too far in art? Ailsa Gillies explores the counterproductive consequences when storytelling is confined to the safety of checkboxes in TV shows such as You. Continue reading Checkbox liberalism is ruining film & TV

Unknown's avatarAilsa GilliesMay 1, 2025September 28, 2025Leave a comment
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The story behind God Save The Queen

Sex, drugs and rock n’roll. In week 2 of ‘The Story Behind’ of Ailsa Gillies’ music & politics mini-series, explore the anarchy behind this iconic punk song by the Sex Pistols. Continue reading The story behind God Save The Queen

Unknown's avatarAilsa GilliesJune 30, 2021November 7, 20242 Comments
Cross-Cultural

Music and politics: An abiding affair

Art and politics will never exist as separate entities, argues Ailsa Gillies in this fascinating article that explores their enduring affair. Continue reading Music and politics: An abiding affair

Unknown's avatarAilsa GilliesJune 16, 2021November 7, 20242 Comments

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