Reclaiming freedom in the arts
Great art that speaks of today cannot be made in a climate of fear
The arts are under threat in Scotland
New legislation endangers freedom, but the arts have been enabling its suppression for some time
Making a mockery of Labour
The ministers just can’t yet do chaos like the Tories could
There is more to ethics than “#BeKind”
It is not cruel to fear the consequences of legalising assisted dying
The predictability of subverting expectations
What to expect when you’re expecting your expectations to be subverted
Just the tonic
Rediscover the forgotten treasure of Australia: fortified wines
Violence is a feature of porn, not a bug
Aggression towards women permeates the most popular pornography
The Sturgeon delusion
How the former SNP leader inspired hope and then squandered it
The personal has become far too political
Something has gone very wrong when we are acutely aware of politics
Labour is betraying women
From benefits to crime, Keir is letting women down
Spotify Wrapped is good for the soul
On the joys of exploring a year in music
Must-Miss TV
Your regular Critic round-up of the hottest shows and films.
Back in the arena
If you liked Gladiator, you’ll like Gladiator II
