Author: FABUK Magazine
Britain’s biggest independent film festival, Raindance is recognised for championing maverick filmmaking on a limited budget. Raindance celebrates these creative, cash-conscious and risk-taking filmmakers with the Raindance Maverick Award at the annual BIFAs (British Independent Film Awards C.I.C), the awards ceremony founded by Raindance in 1998. This award honours maverick films made with a budget of under £1M. This year’s BIFA Raindance Maverick Award longlist comprises 13 remarkable films, split between documentaries and features, and encompassing everything from the 1980s miners’ strike to the cinematic portrayal of witches, from modern fairytales to radical thrillers. “The Raindance Maverick Award longlist captures the essence of independent cinema at its…
Oxfordshire is a favourite among those seeking a peaceful yet enriching escape. The county’s picturesque villages offer a unique blend of heritage and modern appeal, perfect for a weekend getaway or a leisurely retreat. For travellers who appreciate refined simplicity, Oxfordshire’s villages present stylish options for exploration, including boutique stays, heritage inns, and culturally rich destinations. Discovering Dorchester-on-Thames One of Oxfordshire’s oldest villages, Dorchester-on-Thames holds a distinct appeal for travellers interested in England’s rich past. Known for its cobbled streets and traditional architecture, this village is steeped in history. Visitors can explore the Dorchester Abbey, an architectural marvel dating back…
The winners of the various competition sections of the 72nd edition of the San Sebastian International Film Festival were announced, and the movie The Seed of the Sacred Fig directed by Mohammad Rasoulof won the audience award for the best European film. According to the report of Mansour Jahani, an independent and international cinema journalist, the closing ceremony of the 72nd edition of the San Sebastian International Film Festival, headed by José Luis Rebordinos, was held at the Kursaal Hall in San Sebastian, Spain, and on behalf of the jury members of this prestigious film event; The winners of different…
LONDON, 23 October 2024 | The Design Museum today reveals that its major exhibition on the exceptional career of director Tim Burton has smashed the museum’s record for advance ticket sales. Over 32,000 people have already snapped up their tickets to The World of Tim Burton exhibition — opening on Friday — making it the biggest advance ticket sales for an exhibition in the Design Museum’s 35-year history. The news is announced on the day Tim Burton officially inaugurates the exhibition at the Design Museum ahead of Friday’s public opening. Tim Burton visited the exhibition today and posed for photographs, marking the final stop of…
Lorenzo Carvelli and Alessandro Incalza unveil The Life of Terry Brooke, inspired by a dying priest’s secret. Originally planned as a film, the story now emerges in a promising book, setting the stage for a thrilling future on the big screen.
After Malaysia, the Oriental Fashion Show stopped in Japan on October 18, 2024. This unmissable Oriental Fashion Show brought together exceptional designers from Kazakhstan (Nazym Arunaz, Hanum Aidash), Morocco (Hind Berrada), France (Christophe Guillarmé) and Japan (Yuna Hattori) … A true intercultural dialogue was established, celebrating the diversity of traditions around the world. The event highlighted the ancestral know-how of couture while offering a contemporary and innovative vision of fashion. By mixing cultural influences, the designers created a dynamic, where tradition and modernity intertwined. HIind BERRADA caused a sensation with her collection of pink caftans, a real favorite for women.…
Get ready to belt out your old favourite with Nia John’s rendition of the Bonnie Tyler classic Faster Than the Speed of Night, released Sep 17th 2024. The cover of the single brings the spirit of the 80s roaring into the present day with an electrifying music video featuring vocalist Nia John. Loaded with effects, the video flashes between Nia John’s powerhouse rendition of Faster Than the Speed of Night from a dance hall and the dead of the night. Eagle eyed viewers may catch Caerphilly Castle in the video’s background. Nia has been making a name for herself between…
Zoë Carmichael, celebrated sculptor and the first ever Sculptor-in-Residence to the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment (HCMR), is proud to unveil a trio of bronze sculptures that commemorate the work of over 200 Military Working Horses. The sculptures will be exhibited at the Osborne Studio Gallery, alongside the stunning photography by fine art photographer Ripley, from 17th October to 2nd November. The sculptures feature three iconic horses: Juno: A Drum Horse and the first mare to pass the rigorous selection process for a drum horse, named by Her Majesty, Queen Camilla. Verona: A Charger of The Life Guards, representing strength and…
The BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express today announces the winners of this year’s LFF Awards. The Competition sections are a celebration of the most exciting, innovative new films and cinematic storytelling; creative, beautiful and often provocative, the films showcase an incredible range of talent from across the world. The winning films, which were chosen by four esteemed LFF Juries, explore a fascinating breadth of themes and stories, including an animation stop-motion triumph, a masterful depiction of an immigrant woman’s alienation, an exquisite and powerful documentary on the personal growth and resilience of an Orthodox nun and…
21 Cork Street, London W1S 3LZ through 16 November 2024 A solo exhibition of new work by the acclaimed Scottish artist Ken Currie (b 1960), The Crossing transports viewers to an unknown archipelago, characterised by its desolate and barren islands and towering sea stacks. The landscapes, reminiscent of the westernmost islands of the Outer Hebrides, feature eroded rock towers that emerge from a deep, black sea, foaming and spraying at their bases. In this stark and unforgiving environment, an unidentified community endures a precarious existence without shelter. For more please visit Here