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Out of Time: The Pierrepoint Hangmen Dynasty

Wed 28 Apr 2021

From rather innocuous beginnings in Sutton Bonington, Nottinghamshire, Henry Albert Pierrepoint – who simply went by Harry – would go on to create a rather unique, gruesome family dynasty. For at various times during the first half of the twentieth century, Harry, his son, Albert and brother, Thomas, all held the position of Hangman of England, executing 849 men and women between them…

Ten Years Later: Thor

Tue 27 Apr 2021

Michael Vince looks at one of the earliest entries in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a decade since its release...

Food Review: No Homer

Tue 27 Apr 2021

Cold cuts, vegan style...

Five Years Later: The Boy and the Beast

Sat 24 Apr 2021

The Boy and the Beast, animator Mamoru Hosoda’s sixth film as director, is a familiar but occasionally heartwarming coming-of-age fantasy…

Leap of Faith: Nottingham Residents Who Have Left Their Religion Behind

Fri 23 Apr 2021

Between 2011 and 2019, the number of British people who identified as being non-religious increased by a staggering 46%. To put that in context, that made them the fasting growing group in the country and, with the new census currently being undertaken, that number is expected to grow further. While being an atheist isn’t quite the taboo it once was in an increasingly secular country, for some people, turning away from god can pose huge mental, physical and spiritual challenges. We talked to Notts residents Tony Challis, the President of Nottingham Secular Society, and Amir X (whose real name has been retracted at his request), a former Muslim, to find out how difficult it was to leave religion behind…

5 Nottingham Trent University Alumni Who Made It Big in the Art World

Thu 22 Apr 2021

Turning what you love to do and what you're passionate about into something that pays the bills ain't an easy job. Being creative and finding your place within the industry can be a challenge at the best of times, but one route many artists take to further develop their practice is to study at university. Our Art Editors run down some of the biggest names to have honed their skills at Nottingham Trent University...

Inspiring the Next Generation: Shekayla Maragh on Running Workshops to Help Musicians Create Lasting Jobs in the Industry

Wed 21 Apr 2021

Tenacious, driven, yet always humble, Shekayla Maragh is a cultural producer making moves for musicians in the Midlands. Supporting minority musical talent on a regional level, encouraging people to have ownership, equality and build careers with integrity and longevity is important to Shekayla. She turned down a traditional industry A&R role in London to carve out her own organic career path; staying curious and being empowered by her work is also key. Led by her passion, she launched musical development agency, CUBE, in 2019...

Film Review: The United States vs. Billie Holiday

Tue 20 Apr 2021

Andra Day literally sparkles in this moving and cinematic biopic about an American tragedy, writes Roshan Chandy...

Food Review: German Donar Kebab

Mon 19 Apr 2021

All the flavour and none of the guilt...

Nottingham Castle Announces Date for Reopening

Mon 19 Apr 2021

The tourist attraction is set to lower its drawbridge and welcome people back to the castle this summer...

40 Years Later: Ms .45

Sun 18 Apr 2021

Ms .45, the second feature film by the controversial cult icon Abel Ferrara, is a powerful and haunting descent into trauma and revenge, writes Sebastian Mann…

Young People's Art Collectives in Nottingham

Sun 18 Apr 2021

Young people are our future, and we need to invest in them to ensure they can thrive and reach their full potential – for everyone’s benefit. In a time when youth services are being cut, access to spaces that allow young people a chance to develop skills, foster a sense of community, and feel valued are of increasing importance. Some of Nottingham’s art galleries and organisations are investing in the city’s young people through their art collectives...

5 Nottingham Albums to Listen to This Month

Sat 17 Apr 2021

The latest Nottinghamshire releases...

Film Review: Sound of Metal

Sat 17 Apr 2021

Hollie Anderson bangs the drum for Sound of Metal’s story of reliance, recovery and resilience.

School of Hard Notts: Twelve Year Old Jagoda Brown-Polanowska on Returning to Class and Saving the Planet

Fri 16 Apr 2021

Jagoda Brown-Polanowska has been contributing to LeftLion throughout the pandemic, updating us on the state of affairs through the eyes of a twelve-year-old. As students have returned to a COVID-age schooling, we hear how uncomfortable masks, loneliness and Google Meet are a part of the story that shaped the next generation…

We Asked Nottingham's Toddlers For Their Thoughts on COVID-19...

Thu 15 Apr 2021

If you think the last year has been confusing for us grown-ups, just imagine how baffling it must have been for the youngsters. One minute life is all Octonauts and adventure, the next you’re stuck indoors watching your parents try and figure out how to set up a printer. But don’t take our word for it, here’s what some of Nottingham’s littlest residents have to say on the pandemic...

Film Review: Palm Springs

Tue 13 Apr 2021

This Groundhog Day–inspired romance is a funny and relatable watch, says Katie Green...

Notts-based Franchise Ohannes Burgers Are After UK-Wide Domination

Tue 13 Apr 2021

Amidst the general misery within the food and drink sector during the past twelve months, one chain has managed to not only survive, but thrive. Ohannes Burgers, with their four – and soon to be six – Nottingham branches, pride themselves on putting the freshest ingredients and commitment to quality above all else. And with their West Bridgford and Mansfield locations set to open soon, joining their branches in the City Centre, Arnold, Hucknall and Sherwood (as well as a further store planned for Beeston), we thought it was high time to catch up with owners Deniz & Mehmet Yaziciolgu and Murat Yer to find out the secret of Ohannes’ success...

Hockley Hustle Have Released An Album Full of Notts' Collaborations to Raise Money for Emmanuel House

Mon 12 Apr 2021

The album includes contributions from not only musicians, but local poets and artists too...

Film Review: Judas and the Black Messiah

Mon 12 Apr 2021

Daniel Kaluuya is electrifying in this gripping, incendiary Black Lives Matter drama, writes Roshan Chandy...

Viral Infection: One Middle Aged Man on His Changing Relationship with Social Media

Mon 12 Apr 2021

Our Editor Ashley Carter explores his changing relationship with social media, and whether it might not be the right place for a middle-aged man to exist any more...

University Challenged: 3 Nottingham Students on the Impact of COVID on Their Studies

Sun 11 Apr 2021

Often overlooked during the past twelve months, and being excluded entirely from some of Boris Johnson’s key COVID briefings, university students all over the country have been left feeling anxious, frustrated and forgotten during the pandemic. We talk to three Nottingham students to find out how they’ve coped during the past year…