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For the final time this season, the gang assemble to prattle on about how they thought the first season of All Art Is Quite Useless went. Expect favourite moments, where to eat and where not to eat in Reading, and the age old debate of mayo versus ketchup.
15 Jul 2020
11. True Sight: The International 2018 Finals feat. James Freeman
For the penultimate episode of Season 1, we are joined by long time friend of the pod James Freeman to discuss the esports documentary ‘True Sight’. Focusing on the events of the 2018 international Dota finals, the video follows the teams PSG.LGD and OG as they compete for the coveted prize. This topic was chosen by James and includes references to the following - True Sight: The International 2018 Finals (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv4CqIxqTMA&t=1s) | James Freeman (https://www.youtube.com/user/jamesfreeman526)
8 Jul 2020
10. My Bloody Valentine - Loveless
In this week’s episode, the gang are reunited to talk about ‘Loveless’ - the seminal album by shoegaze pioneers My Bloody Valentine. Released in 1991, this sophomore record blends heavy distorted guitars with ethereal vocals. This topic was chosen by Jamie and includes references to the following - Loveless (Album) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq76B2sDpFA) | My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless (in 5 minutes) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giNSnVpclqg&t=7s) | The Joy of the Guitar Riff (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsFZCRuA4Qs)
1 Jul 2020
9. Brazil (1985) feat. Anthony Dragonetti
For this episode, the gang are joined by author Anthony Dragonetti to discuss the 1985 dystopian comedy ‘Brazil’. Directed by Terry Gilliam, the film follows Sam Lowery as he attempts to escape his current circumstances and find the women of his dreams. This topic was chosen by Louis and includes references to the following - Brazil (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brazil-Jonathan-Pryce/dp/B079969ZK9)| Terry Gilliam on Brazil (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXrGL3wrNzI) | CONFIDENCE MAN by Anthony Dragonetti (https://expatpress.com/product/confidence-man-anthony-dragonetti/)
24 Jun 2020
8. you won't hear my name anymore and Shine / Variance
.This week on All Art Is Quite Useless, we are discussing two short stories entitled ‘you won’t hear my name anymore’ and ‘Shine / Variance’. The first, written by Nathanial Duggan, is taken from Cavity Magazine and the second, from writer Stephen Walsh, was published in The White Review. These topics were chosen by Olivia and includes references to the following:
you won't hear my name anymore:https://cavitymagazine.tumblr.com/post/619721408333971456/𝐲𝐨𝐮-𝐰𝐨𝐧𝐭-𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫-𝐦𝐲-𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 (https://cavitymagazine.tumblr.com/post/619721408333971456/%F0%9D%90%B2%F0%9D%90%A8%F0%9D%90%AE-%F0%9D%90%B0%F0%9D%90%A8%F0%9D%90%A7%F0%9D%90%AD-%F0%9D%90%A1%F0%9D%90%9E%F0%9D%90%9A%F0%9D%90%AB-%F0%9D%90%A6%F0%9D%90%B2-%F0%9D%90%A7%F0%9D%90%9A%F0%9D%90%A6%F0%9D%90%9E-%F0%9D%90%9A%F0%9D%90%A7%F0%9D%90%B2%F0%9D%90%A6%F0%9D%90%A8%F0%9D%90%AB%F0%9D%90%9E?fbclid=IwAR2ODRm7kBra1LXx9hVU4iQMLkWMHAisj_ZcmM7jeqpy6umWToIZ7Y00XzQ)
Shine/Variance:https://www.thewhitereview.org/fiction/shine-variance/ (https://www.thewhitereview.org/fiction/shine-variance/)
Next week's review - Brazil (1985): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brazil-Jonathan-Pryce/dp/B07998ZG1S/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=brazil&qid=1592992185&sr=8-1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brazil-Jonathan-Pryce/dp/B07998ZG1S/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=brazil&qid=1592992185&sr=8-1)
17 Jun 2020
7. Lee Hardcastle
For this episode, the gang take a look at the work of writer, animator and filmmaker Lee Hardcastle. Known for his distinctive claymation style, Hardcastle’s work comprises sketch comedies, pop culture parodies, music videos and much more. This topic was chosen by Jack and includes references to the following - Lee Hardcastle Playlist (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NT2ZiPIukw&list=PLKw7I-_CtMGtElQlM2mApoujRA3-SMxtG) | Lee Hardcastle Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-4K4911cLZMNEZLnxnpIg) | Def by Temptation (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gz-0XH78JTo) | Shine / Variance (https://www.thewhitereview.org/fiction/shine-variance/?fbclid=IwAR02f6B18m4e_MKPMbpO9PAZAPmUNWIv3JPn9yZ5yhi7HclMYCw2eSlfAgw) | you won't hear my name anymore (https://l.messenger.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcavitymagazine.tumblr.com%2Fpost%2F619721408333971456%2F%25F0%259D%2590%25B2%25F0%259D%2590%25A8%25F0%259D%2590%25AE-%25F0%259D%2590%25B0%25F0%259D%2590%25A8%25F0%259D%2590%25A7%25F0%259D%2590%25AD-%25F0%259D%2590%25A1%25F0%259D%2590%259E%25F0%259D%2590%259A%25F0%259D%2590%25AB-%25F0%259D%2590%25A6%25F0%259D%2590%25B2-%25F0%259D%2590%25A7%25F0%259D%2590%259A%25F0%259D%2590%25A6%25F0%259D%2590%259E-%25F0%259D%2590%259A%25F0%259D%2590%25A7%25F0%259D%2590%25B2%25F0%259D%2590%25A6%25F0%259D%2590%25A8%25F0%259D%2590%25AB%25F0%259D%2590%259E%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3huG8TbSSS1tsEvKcGgf_QsybqfwPgg6TOWIPJSUxRzQ1Q7gNkZI91a9A&h=AT0hyGCahnpaLF4p78IWPEt0TtzL4IvRUsXD-ogc1EA-ZmBIQDXrGQU-haFwB56jZQZAPWQixbKEw_NdqQP479fPgtHDE0rqLWOg6htahvpIggSvb5MhiwHMHp5A7GKVMgAWESk36E7T00fxixKq) | Some cover artwork imagery obtained via the Lee Hardcastle Channel
10 Jun 2020
6. An Adventure in Space and Time
In the sixth episode of All Art Is Quite Useless, we discuss the 2013 BBC Two biopic An Adventure In Space And Time. Directed by Terry McDonough and written by Mark Gatiss, it portrays the creation and early years of the legendary British TV series ‘Doctor Who’. This topic was chosen by Jamie and includes references to the following - An Adventure in Space and Time (https://l.messenger.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bbc.co.uk%2Fprogrammes%2Fp01kqt9x&h=AT2NlJJtxszAlKAoGr1-aBgnJIwGdQeia5HRrq_vkCZt9M3aytWz5KxkoxyZPMXOmvu51JCe50vbMEC1z2qmoKWMJKPcLyB-p7ouPysxoiwXB6x9wDcxszJL-RW45D8MTjo3fJvJS03ooqwL6n4x) | The Day of the Doctor (https://l.messenger.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bbc.co.uk%2Fprogrammes%2Fp01l1z04&h=AT2NlJJtxszAlKAoGr1-aBgnJIwGdQeia5HRrq_vkCZt9M3aytWz5KxkoxyZPMXOmvu51JCe50vbMEC1z2qmoKWMJKPcLyB-p7ouPysxoiwXB6x9wDcxszJL-RW45D8MTjo3fJvJS03ooqwL6n4x) | An Adventure in Space and Time Part 1 (https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1wfmek)and Part 2 (https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1wfln7)
27 May 2020
4. Blue is the Warmest Colour (2013)
In this week’s episode, the gang weigh in on the 2013 French film ‘Blue Is The Warmest Colour’. Directed by Abdellatif Kechice, it adapts the graphic novel of the same name with the main characters being portrayed by Adèle Exarchopoulos and Lèa Seydoux. This topic was chosen by Olivia and includes references to the following - Blue Is The Warmest Colour (https://player.bfi.org.uk/rentals/film/watch-blue-is-the-warmest-colour-2013-online) | Mark Kermode Reviews Blue Is The Warmest Colour (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48-uJ6yBxSQ)
13 May 2020
2. Brian Eno - Another Green World
For the second episode, we continue our discussions on Art with Brian Eno’s album ‘Another Green World’. This record’s blend of art rock, pop and ambient music marked Eno’s third studio effort and was released in 1975. This topic was chosen by Jamie Powell and includes references to the following - Another Green World (Album) (https://open.spotify.com/album/6uoeezh45SYEb8lcT8gDTY?si=TP_fyyz_QBKAEoqqEUiiqg)| Another Green World (Documentary) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPOz5-rcIeA).
6 May 2020
1. Inside No.9 - Live: Dead Line
In our first episode, the gang discuss Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton’s BBC series Inside No. 9. More specifically, we cover the episode ‘Dead Line’ which aired in 2018 as a live special for the show. This topic was chosen by Louis Willbourne and includes references to the following - Inside No 9. Episode (https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0bqn4g3/inside-no-9-live-dead-line) | BFI Interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4RgjPJKNkI) | Guardian Article (https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2018/oct/30/how-did-inside-no-9-spring-the-biggest-live-tv-surprise-of-the-year).
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